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Apple-Banana Recovery Formula for Herbivores
Product Description
Oxbow Critical Care Herbivore Apple-Banana is a veterinarian-developed recovery formula for herbivores experiencing poor nutritional status from illness or surgery. It delivers all the essential nutrients of a complete diet alongside high-fiber timothy hay to support proper gut physiology. This versatile powder can be tube fed, syringe or spoon fed, self-fed by bowl, or offered as a top dressing for reluctant eaters.
Benefits
- Mixes Easily: Powdered formula mixes easily with warm water to reach the feeding consistency each patient needs.
- Highly Versatile Feeding: Highly versatile, since it can be tube fed, assist-fed by syringe or spoon, or self-fed by bowl.
- High Fiber, Low Carb: High in fiber and low in carbohydrates, supporting the digestive needs of recovering herbivores every day.
- Chelated Minerals & Prebiotics: Contains readily absorbable chelated minerals along with beneficial prebiotics for continued everyday digestive support and comfort.
- No Refined Sugars: Free of refined sugars, artificial preservatives, and simple carbohydrates that could work against daily recovery.
- Apple & Banana Flavored: Natural apple and banana flavors help encourage intake in reluctant or anorexic herbivore patients over time.
Variants
- 141 g
- 454 g
Ingredients
Composition
Timothy Grass Meal, Soybean Hulls, Soybean Meal, Wheat Germ, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Chloride, Salt, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Vitamin C), Soybean Oil, Flaxseed, Magnesium Sulfate, Calcium Chloride, Papaya, Pineapple, Cane Molasses, Natural Apple Flavor, Natural Banana Flavor, DL-Methionine, L-Glutamine, Oat Groats, Wheat Middlings, Sodium Bentonite, Yeast Culture (dehydrated), Fat Product, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Inulin, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Niacin, Copper Sulfate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganous Oxide, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Proteinate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Cobalt Carbonate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein, Min | 17% |
| Crude Fat, Min | 5% |
| Crude Fiber, Min | 21% |
| Crude Fiber, Max | 26% |
| Moisture, Max | 10% |
| Ash, Max | 10% |
| Calcium, Min–Max | 0.60%–0.80% |
| Phosphorus, Min | 0.40% |
| Vitamin A, Min | 10,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin D3, Min | 900 IU/kg |
| Vitamin E, Min | 190 IU/kg |
| Vitamin C, Min | 1,500 mg/kg |
| Caloric Content | 2,660 kcal/kg (24 kcal/Tbsp) |
How to Use
Recommended-Dosage Chart
| Animal Type | Daily Amount |
|---|---|
| Herbivorous mammals | 3 Tbsp per kg of body weight |
| Herbivorous reptiles | 1 Tbsp per kg of body weight |
| Mixing ratio | 1 part formula to 2 parts warm water |
Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your pet's health.
Dosage & Administration Instructions
- Mix To Desired Consistency: Shake well, then mix 1 part of this formula with 2 parts warm water to the desired consistency.
- Dose Mammals By Weight: For herbivorous mammals, mix 3 tablespoons per kg of body weight daily as a general guideline.
- Dose Reptiles By Weight: For herbivorous reptiles, mix 1 tablespoon per kg of body weight daily as a general guideline.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Adjust Based On Condition: Amounts are general guidelines and should always be adjusted based on your pet's specific condition.
- Follow A Feeding Schedule: Divide the daily amount into 4 to 6 feedings unless your veterinarian specifies a different schedule.
- Provide Constant Water Access: Fresh water should be available to the animal at all times during feeding and recovery.
Storage Information
- Store Powder Cool And Dry: The unmixed dry powder should be kept in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Prepare Slurry Fresh: Prepare fresh slurry at each individual feeding, and discard any unused portion after 24 hours.
Shipping & Return
We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details. For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What ingredients are in Oxbow Critical Care Herbivore Apple-Banana?
Ans: This formula is made with Timothy Grass Meal, Soybean Hulls, Soybean Meal, Wheat Germ, Papaya, Pineapple, and Cane Molasses, according to Oxbow, along with natural apple and banana flavors plus added vitamins, minerals, and prebiotics for herbivore recovery nutrition and health.
Q2: What is the guaranteed analysis for this formula?
Ans: This formula provides a minimum of 17% crude protein, 5% crude fat, and 21% crude fiber, with a maximum of 26% crude fiber and 10% moisture, according to Oxbow, reflecting its high-fiber, low-carbohydrate composition built specifically for small recovering herbivores.
Q3: How do I mix this formula before feeding it?
Ans: Shake well before using, then mix 1 part Critical Care formula with 2 parts warm water to reach the desired feeding consistency, according to Oxbow, adjusting the water volume based on your chosen feeding method and the available equipment on hand.
Q4: How much should I feed a herbivorous mammal like a guinea pig?
Ans: For herbivorous mammals specifically, mix 3 tablespoons per kilogram of body weight each and every single day of the entire calendar week, according to Oxbow, using the general guideline that 1 tablespoon equals approximately 9 grams of the dry powder.
Q5: How much should I feed a herbivorous reptile?
Ans: For herbivorous reptiles, mix 1 tablespoon per kg of body weight each and every single day, according to Oxbow, which is one third the general guideline amount used for herbivorous mammals of the exact same body weight in total kilograms.
Q6: How often should I feed this formula throughout the day?
Ans: The total daily amount should always be divided into 4 to 6 separate feedings spread evenly throughout each entire day and night, according to Oxbow, unless your veterinarian specifies a different frequency based on your pet's condition and recovery progress.
Q7: Can I prepare a batch of this formula ahead of time?
Ans: No, prepared slurry should be made fresh at each individual feeding and any unused portion discarded after 24 hours, according to Oxbow, while the unmixed dry powder itself should instead be stored in a cool, dry place at all times.
Q8: Which animals is this recovery formula intended for?
Ans: This formula is intended for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and herbivorous reptiles experiencing illness, surgery recovery, or poor nutritional status overall, according to Oxbow, and it should always be used under direct veterinary guidance for these very specific health situations.