Price: $18.39
(as of Dec 21, 2025 06:55:10 UTC – Details)

Oxbow Essentials Chinchilla Food is a veterinarian-recommended, nutritionally balanced pellet formula designed to meet the specific dietary needs of adult chinchillas. Formulated with premium high-fiber timothy hay as the primary ingredient, this food supports healthy digestion, dental health, and overall vitality. Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals, Oxbow Essentials delivers optimal nutrition without the use of artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors. The uniform pellet design helps prevent selective feeding and ensures consistent intake of nutrients in every bite. Ideal for chinchillas of all ages, this complete feed provides stabilized vitamin C and other critical nutrients for immune system support and energy maintenance. With no added sugars or seeds, it promotes weight control and digestive balance, making it a superior alternative to mix-based diets. Trusted by pet owners and exotic veterinarians, Oxbow Essentials Chinchilla Food supports long-term health, promoting natural foraging behavior, active lifestyles, and happy, thriving chinchillas.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15 x 10 x 6 inches; 0.71 ounces
Manufacturer recommended age ‏ : ‎ 1 month and up
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 744845402727
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 8, 2008
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Oxbow Animal Health
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B007SYZCOA
Best Sellers Rank: #3,231 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #27 in Small Animal Food
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ESSENTIAL INGREDIENTS FOR A HEALTHY, ACTIVE LIFESTYLE: Crafted with high-fiber, protein-rich Oxbow Alfalfa, this chinchilla food supports healthy digestion and sustained energy—fueling growth, play, and activity for chinchillas at every life stage
SPECIES-SPECIFIC NUTRITION: Chinchillas have unique dietary needs, and Essentials Chinchilla Food is specially formulated to meet those needs at every life stage; This balanced formula supports their digestive health, energy levels, and overall wellness
MADE WITH PREBIOTICS & CHELATED MINERALS: Formulated with prebiotics to nourish beneficial gut bacteria and support digestive health; Chelated minerals offer enhanced absorption, helping to promote your chinchilla’s daily health and overall well-being
NO REFINED SUGARS: Essentials Chinchilla Food contains no refined sugars such as glucose, dextrose, sucrose or corn syrup; Essentials Young Rabbit contains only premium, beneficial ingredients for the health and wellness of your pet
FORMULATED WITH THE GUIDANCE OF LEADING VETERINARIANS AND NUTRITIONISTS: Backed by over 30 years of expertise, Essentials Chinchilla Food is developed in collaboration with top exotic veterinarians and nutritionists to meet species- and age-specific needs

Customers say

Customers find this chinchilla food to be the absolute best, made with high-quality ingredients and fortified with essential vitamins and minerals. The large bag size provides good value for money, and customers report that their pets love eating it. Moreover, the food is essential for a healthy chinchilla, lasts forever, and customers appreciate its appearance, noting that their pets’ fur looks better.