Recovery food
Oxbow
Small Pets · Health & Grooming
Oxbow
Oxbow Critical Care Herbivore, Anise, 454 g
Recovery food
Best for: Assisted feeding under vet guidance
A powdered, timothy-based recovery food you mix with water for syringe or spoon feeding when a herbivore isn't eating — for example after surgery or during illness.
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What we likeTrusted by exotic vets Timothy-based fibre Easy to mix
Keep in mindNot a replacement for vet care Syringe feeding takes practice
Our in-depth look
Who it's for
Every rabbit and guinea pig emergency kit.
Who should skip it
No one — but a rabbit or guinea pig that stops eating is an emergency: call your vet immediately.
Tips
Ask your vet to show you syringe feeding. Keep a bag at home so you're ready.
Questions owners ask
When should I use Critical Care? When your vet recommends assisted feeding.
Is not eating an emergency? Yes, for rabbits and guinea pigs — call your vet right away.
Written by the StyloPaws team · Last reviewed October 9, 2026
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