Product Overview
Oxbow Essentials Mouse & Young Rat Food is specially formulated to fuel healthy growth and development during the most critical stage of your small pet's life. Designed for young rats (under 6 months), mice of all ages, and pregnant or nursing rats, this premium formula starts with high-energy whole grain as the #1 ingredient and delivers a carefully balanced blend of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Added calcium supports strong muscle and bone development, while 100% of daily recommended vitamins and minerals are included in every uniform pellet — with no artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors.
All Oxbow Essentials foods use the EVERYBite philosophy: 100% uniform pellets that eliminate selective eating and guarantee complete nutrition in every single bite — every bowl, every day. Formulated with the guidance of top small animal veterinarians and nutritionists.
Key Features
- EVERYBite Nutrition: 100% uniform pellets deliver complete, balanced nutrition in every serving — no selective eating, no nutritional gaps
- Growth-Stage Formula: Ideal for young rats (under 6 months), all mice, and pregnant or nursing rats requiring elevated nutrition
- High-Energy Whole Grain: #1 ingredient provides sustained energy for active young rodents
- Balanced Macronutrients: Carefully calibrated protein (18%), fat (6%), and carbohydrates support healthy energy metabolism
- Bone & Muscle Development: Added calcium (0.80–1.20%) helps support strong skeletal and muscular development during growth
- Complete Vitamin & Mineral Profile: 100% of daily recommended vitamins and minerals including Vitamins A, D, and E
- No Artificial Additives: Free from artificial preservatives, colors, and flavors
- Vet & Nutritionist Formulated: Developed with the guidance of top small animal veterinary professionals
Feeding Directions
| Life Stage | Daily Amount |
|---|---|
| Young Rats (under 6 months) | Unlimited |
| Pregnant / Nursing Rats | Unlimited |
| Adult Mice (over 6 months) | Unlimited |
Supplement with a limited amount of appropriate vegetables and fresh fruits. Not intended for adult rats over 6 months — transition to Oxbow Essentials Adult Rat Food at that stage.
Transitioning to This Food
To avoid digestive upset, transition your pet gradually over 4 weeks: Week 1, mix 1/4 new food with 3/4 current food. Week 2, mix 1/2 new food with 1/2 current food. Week 3, mix 3/4 new food with 1/4 current food. By Week 4, feed Oxbow Essentials Mouse & Young Rat Food exclusively.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 18.00% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 6.00% |
| Crude Fiber (min) | 2.00% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 6.00% |
| Moisture (max) | 12.00% |
| Calcium (min) | 0.80% |
| Calcium (max) | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 0.60% |
| Vitamin A (min) | 8,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin D (min) | 1,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin E (min) | 125 IU/kg |
Ingredients
Ground Corn, Soybean Meal, Wheat Middlings, Dried Whey, Cane Molasses, Soybean Oil, Soybean Hulls, Sunflower Meal, Suncured Alfalfa Meal, Sodium Bentonite, Flaxseed, Calcium Carbonate, Lignin Sulfonate, Menhaden Fish Meal, Monocalcium Phosphate, Natural Flavor, DL-Methionine, Salt, Magnesium Oxide, Choline Chloride, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Monophosphate (Vitamin C), Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Yeast Culture, Mineral Oil, Niacin, Copper Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Biotin, Vitamin A Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Sodium Selenite, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Cobalt Carbonate, Rosemary Extract
The Oxbow Difference
For over 30 years, Oxbow Animal Health has been the trusted name in small animal nutrition, working alongside veterinarians and nutritionists to create foods that truly support the unique needs of small pets. Every Oxbow formula is built on the principle that pets deserve the same level of nutritional science and care as dogs and cats. From ingredient sourcing to the final pellet, quality is never compromised.