Oxbow Essentials Natural Ferret Pellets Food (4 lb)

Species-Specific Nutrition for Obligate Carnivores

Product Description

Oxbow Essentials Natural Ferret Food is formulated exclusively for obligate carnivores, delivering 42% animal-based protein and 20% fat to support ferrets’ high-energy lifestyle. The first five ingredients are animal proteins and fats, including chicken meal, chicken, and chicken fat, while purposefully excluding unnecessary plant-based ingredients like corn, peas, and potatoes that ferrets cannot properly digest.

Benefits

Optimal Animal Protein: 97% of the crude protein is derived from animal sources, providing a complete amino acid profile essential for muscle maintenance and energy.

High-Energy Fat Content:20% fat content supports ferrets’ rapid metabolism and provides sustained energy for their active lifestyle.

Complete Nutrition:Delivers 100% of the daily recommended vitamins and minerals, including taurine (0.50%), omega fatty acids, and vitamin supplements.

Digestive Health Support:Excludes plant-based starches and includes prebiotics (inulin) to promote healthy gut flora in carnivorous digestive systems.

Uniform Pellet Formula:Prevents selective feeding habits common with mixed diets, ensuring complete nutrition in every bite.

Ingredients

Chicken Meal, Chicken, Chicken Fat, Egg Product, Gelatin, Rice Flour, Flaxseed Meal, Cassava Root Flour, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, L-Lysine, Natural Chicken Liver Flavor, Fish Oil, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Salt, Citric Acid (preservative), White Vinegar, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Brewer’s Dried Yeast, Inulin, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Rice Hulls, L-Carnitine, Vitamin E Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Yucca Schidigera Extract, Copper Proteinate, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Monophosphate (Vitamin C), Mineral Oil, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Sodium Selenite, Riboflavin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Cobalt Carbonate, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract.

Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient

Limit

Amount

Crude Protein

Min

42.00%

Crude Fat

Min

20.00%

Crude Fiber

Max

3.00%

Moisture

Max

10.00%

Calcium

Min

1.20%

Phosphorus

Min

0.90%

Vitamin A

Min

20,000 IU/kg

Vitamin D3

Min

1,500 IU/kg

Vitamin E

Min

200 IU/kg

Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Min

1.50%

Omega 6 Fatty Acids

Min

4.00%

Taurine

Min

0.50%

How to Use

Provide fresh food for free-choice feeding.

Replenish food daily to maintain freshness.

Adjust the amount as needed to maintain ideal body weight.

Consult a veterinarian if underlying health conditions exist.

Store in a cool, dry place; reseal bag after each use.

Recommended Feeding Chart

Age Group

Feeding Method

All Ages

Fresh food is always available

Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any diet for your pet.

Additional Information

Precautions

For ferrets only; not suitable for other small pets or carnivores.

Monitor body weight regularly and adjust portions to prevent obesity.

Consult a veterinarian before use if the pet has underlying health conditions.

Store in a cool, dry place to maintain nutritional integrity.