Oxbow Bene Terra Organic Barley Biscuits Treats for Small Animals

Certified Organic Barley Biscuits for Small Pets

Product Description

Oxbow's Bene Terra Organic Barley Biscuits are oven-baked treats crafted mainly from certified organic ingredients like barley flour, alfalfa meal, and organic fruit and vegetable powders. They are naturally preserved with mixed tocopherols and contain no artificial colors, flavors, or synthetic preservatives. These crunchy biscuits provide a wholesome reward suitable for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hamsters, gerbils, mice, and rats.

Benefits

• Certified Organic Ingredients: Made primarily with certified organic barley flour, alfalfa, and vegetable powders.
• Supports Digestion: Organic alfalfa and barley provide fiber that supports healthy gut function.
• Promotes Dental Health: Crunchy texture encourages chewing that helps wear down growing teeth.
• No Artificial Additives: Naturally preserved with mixed tocopherols, free of artificial colors or flavors.
• Great for Bonding: Perfect for hand-feeding or training, building trust between pets and owners.

Ingredients

Organic Barley Flour, Organic Suncured Alfalfa Meal, Organic Cane Molasses, Organic Apple Powder, Organic Carrot Powder, Organic Oat Flour, Organic Canola Oil, Organic Rice Hull Flour, Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Rosemary Extract, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative).

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How to Use

Directions for Use

• Daily Portion: Feed 1 to 2 biscuits per day as an occasional treat.
• Limit Intake: Treats should not exceed 2% of your pet's total daily diet.
• Fresh Water Access: Always provide fresh, clean drinking water alongside treats and meals.
• Store Properly: Store the pouch in a cool, dry place, resealed after opening.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Supplement Only: Use as an occasional treat, not a complete or balanced diet.
• Introduce Gradually: Introduce new treats slowly over several days to avoid digestive upset.
• Consult Your Vet: Ask your veterinarian before feeding treats to pregnant, young, or ill pets.
• Hay Comes First: Keep unlimited hay as the primary daily diet alongside occasional treats.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive Upset: Overfeeding treats too quickly may cause mild stomach upset in pets.
• Weight Gain Risk: Excess treat feeding can contribute to unwanted weight gain over time.

Shipping & Return

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What ingredients are in Oxbow Bene Terra Organic Barley Biscuits?

Ans: These biscuits are crafted from organic barley flour, suncured alfalfa meal, cane molasses, and powdered apple and carrot. They also include oat flour, canola oil, rice hull flour, sunflower oil, and rosemary extract, with natural preservation provided by mixed tocopherols.

Q2: Are these biscuits truly certified organic?

Ans: Most ingredients in these biscuits, such as barley flour, alfalfa meal, and fruit and vegetable powders, have certified organic status. The only exception is the mixed tocopherols preservative, which is not labeled as organic on the ingredient panel.

Q3: How many biscuits should I feed my pet each day?

Ans: Feed your pet 1 to 2 biscuits daily, ensuring treats don't exceed 2% of their total daily intake. The main diet should still consist of unlimited hay and species-appropriate pellets.

Q4: Which small pets can eat Bene Terra Organic Barley Biscuits?

Ans: These biscuits are appropriate for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hamsters, gerbils, mice, and rats. When giving a new treat, do so gradually and monitor for sensitivities, particularly in pets with digestive problems or dietary limitations.

Q5: Can these biscuits replace my pet's regular hay and food?

Ans: No, these biscuits are a supplement and not meant to replace a meal. Your pet's main diet should still consist mainly of unlimited Timothy hay, combined with species-appropriate pellets, to ensure proper digestion and dental health daily.

Q6: Why should I introduce new treats gradually?

Ans: Small pets possess sensitive digestive systems that adapt gradually to new foods. Slowly introducing treats over several days can help prevent stomach upset or diarrhea and allows you to monitor any signs of individual sensitivity.

Q7: Were these biscuits reformulated at some point?

Ans: Yes. Oxbow revised the recipe, updating the ingredient list and reducing the recommended feeding limit from 5% to 2% of daily intake. If you're using an older bag, verify the current label for the most recent instructions.

Q8: Are these biscuits made in the USA?

Ans: According to Oxbow, these biscuits are baked in the USA. To maintain consistent, high-quality organic ingredient availability, some ingredients are sourced from both the United States and Canada, all under certified USDA organic standards for every batch.

Q9: Can overfeeding these treats cause any health issues?

Ans: Yes. Giving too many treats can cause mild digestive issues, and regularly surpassing suggested amounts might lead to weight gain over time. Limit treats to 1 or 2 biscuits daily and ensure they make up less than 2% of the total food consumed.