--- product_id: 11101397 title: "Critical Care Herbivore, Rabbit & Guinea Pig Recovery, Anise, 454 g" brand: "oxbow" price: "261.87 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Oxbow" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/11101397-critical-care-herbivore-rabbit-and-guinea-pig-recovery-anise-454 store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Fast-mixing powder High fiber, low carb Prebiotic-rich formula Critical Care Herbivore, Rabbit & Guinea Pig Recovery, Anise, 454 g **Brand:** oxbow **Price:** 261.87 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Elevate your pet’s comeback game with Oxbow’s critical care magic! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Critical Care Herbivore, Rabbit & Guinea Pig Recovery, Anise, 454 g by oxbow - **How much does it cost?** 261.87 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/11101397-critical-care-herbivore-rabbit-and-guinea-pig-recovery-anise-454) ## Best For - oxbow enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted oxbow brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **All-Life-Stages Support:** Perfect for rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small herbivores at any recovery phase. - • **Gut-Boosting Fiber Power:** High fiber, low carb formula supports optimal digestion and gut health. - • **Natural Anise Flavor Appeal:** Encourages appetite and natural eating behaviors with a pet-approved taste. - • **Effortless Prep, Instant Care:** Quickly blends with water for hassle-free feeding anytime. - • **Vet-Trusted Recovery Nutrition:** Clinically designed with essential vitamins and minerals for small herbivore healing. ## Overview Oxbow Critical Care Herbivore is a veterinary-formulated, easy-to-mix powdered nutrition blend designed to support recovery and digestive health in rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small herbivores. Featuring high fiber, low carbohydrates, prebiotics, and essential vitamins like vitamin C, this anise-flavored formula promotes steady weight gain and natural eating behaviors, making it the go-to choice for pet parents and vets worldwide. ## Description Oxbow Critical Care Herbivore is the gold standard in emergency nutrition support for small herbivores such as rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. This veterinary-formulated assist feeding formula is designed specifically for herbivores recovering from illness, surgery, or malnutrition. Packed with high-fiber timothy hay and essential nutrients, this anise-flavored blend delivers the dietary requirements crucial to supporting gastrointestinal health and encouraging natural eating behaviors. Ideal for pets experiencing appetite loss or digestive upset, Oxbow Critical Care promotes steady weight gain and recovery by providing the precise blend of proteins, vitamins, and minerals herbivores need to thrive. Its easy-to-mix powder consistency makes syringe or spoon feeding effortless for both caregivers and pets, while the natural flavor ensures better palatability and acceptance. Whether used in clinical settings or at home under veterinary guidance, Oxbow Critical Care Herbivore is a must-have for any rabbit or guinea pig parent looking to aid in recovery with high-quality, vet-recommended supplemental nutrition. Made with no artificial additives, Oxbow Critical Care is trusted by veterinarians worldwide and crafted to the highest standards of pet health. Review: Thank You Oxbow!! Helped save our bunny's life! - One of our little bunnies went into GI stasis and we found out about this when doing research online over a week-end when our exotic animal vet was closed. We took our little bun to an animal urgent care and they were going to admit him to do "exploratory surgery" (don't ever do this, most bunnies never survive the surgery and you don't need to do this if your bunny has GI stasis). I wish I had known about this so I would have had it on hand before our bunny got sick but it arrived super fast through Prime (phew). (You never know with Prime, depending on the item, the day you order it etc. etc. it could take up to 4 days to receive an item nowadays with desertcart Prime.) Its super easy to use, the instructions are on the bag, it comes as a powder and you mix it was warm water and feed it to your bunny using a feeding syringe that you can buy from a pharmacy in the baby aisle. If you only have 1-2 bunnies, this small size is more than enough, you don't need the bigger bag. It sort of has a pungent lemony scent which is pretty disgusting when your bunny poops it out, but you'll never be more thankful to see bunny poop in your life! Our bunny didn't seem to mind the taste (we tried various organic veggie baby foods and he hated those, but he went for this pretty ok considering....) If your bunny goes into GI stasis, please do not give your bunny an enema (there are well meaning people online who recommended this to us but our vet was against it.) What you want to do is help your bunny get hydrated at the vet with subcutaneous fluid therapy, we found that and the Rx laxative and pain reliever (for his fairly large gas bubble that we saw on his x-ray) to be the most helpful things for our little bun. He was hydrated twice and only on the pain reliever, laxative and this food for 3 days in total before he returned back to normal. We set our alarm clock to wake up every two hours to check on our bun during the night when he was too sick to move and when his temperature dropped we surrounded him with lightly warmed rice bags that seemed to help bring his temperature back up and also the warmth was comforting to him. Its a super scary thing to go through so I highly recommend you have this on hand "before" you need it for just in case. Review: One and Only - Always on hand, in case there is any gastrological issues with my bunny. I give it to her during her antibiotic treatment too, thankfully, she likes it eating from a small bowl to prevent GI stasis, once or twice a day. Truly a life saver. ## Features - EASY TO MIX FORMULA: This powdered formula blends quickly and smoothly with water to the desired consistency, making preparation simple and convenient; Perfect for providing your small pet with essential nutrition without any hassle or extra effort - VERSATILE & EASY TO PREPARE: This convenient powder mixes easily with warm water to your desired consistency; Follow the clear directions provided to serve the correct amount based on your pet’s species and weight, ensuring proper nutrition everytime - HIGH FIBER, LOW CARB: Formulated with a high fiber content and low carbohydrates, this blend supports healthy digestion and gut function in rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small herbivores, promoting wellness and helping maintain a balanced diet - PREBIOTIC-RICH FORMULA: Packed with beneficial prebiotics and highly absorbable chelated minerals to support digestive health and nutrient intake in rabbits, guinea pigs, and other herbivores—ideal for recovery and long-term small animal care - ESSENTIAL NUTRITION: Delivers vitamin C for guinea pigs and essential nutrients in a vet-recommended rabbit food blend; trusted by Oxbow Critical Care Herbivore users seeking reliable rabbit supplies and nutritional support for small herbivores ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0021WRJFE | | Additional Features | Easy-to-mix powder formula, high fiber and low carbohydrate content, packed with prebiotics and chelated minerals, designed for recovery and long-term small animal care | | Age Range (Description) | All Life Stages | | Age Range Description | All Life Stages | | Allergen Information | Preservative-Free | | Animal Food Diet Type | Plant-Based | | Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Fiber | | Best Sellers Rank | #2,188 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #6 in Reptile & Amphibian Food #27 in Small Animal Food | | Brand | Oxbow | | Brand Name | Oxbow | | Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds | | Container Type | Bag | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 3,842 Reviews | | Dog Breed Size | Small | | Flavor | Anise | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00744845701042 | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Type Name | Critical Care Herbivore | | Item Weight | 454 g | | Manufacturer | Oxbow Animal Health LLC | | Manufacturer Part Number | 103-410-0454 | | Model Number | 744845701042 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion | Birthday | | Pet Type | Small Animal | | Product Benefits | Supports digestive health and promotes natural eating behaviors | | Recommended Uses For Product | recovery from illness or surgery, digestive health support, appetite stimulation | | Special Ingredients | Timothy Hay | | Specific Uses For Product | Stomach, Weaning, Weight | | Target Species | Rabbit, Guinea Pig, Chinchilla, Tortoise, Iguana, and other Herbivorous Species | | UPC | 744845701042 | | Unit Count | 16.01 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** All Life Stages - **Brand:** Oxbow - **Flavor:** Anise - **Item Form:** Powder - **Specific Uses For Product:** Stomach, Weaning, Weight ## Images ![Critical Care Herbivore, Rabbit & Guinea Pig Recovery, Anise, 454 g - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81t6KB658TL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Flavor Name, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the long term shelf life of this product (unmixed)? I'd like to have some on hand in case of emergency.** A: Basically you can keep it more than 12 months with no problem. My pet just got recovered of being with this amazing product, so... if I were you I would keep at least one in your house. **Q: How long does this product stay good? Does keeping it in the refrigerator extend it's shelf-life? Thank you.** A: Since this is a dehydrated product, I do not worry about shelf life. As long as it remains dry, I believe it will be fine (will not spoil). Some of the vitamins may loose potency, but other than that I believe It will be good for a long time. **Q: Is this the anise flavored one?** A: They no longer make the anise flavored one. They still did a year ago, but I bought more last week and wanted the anise flavored, but it's no longer available. Now it's just apple-banana flavored, which is fine too. **Q: can this be used as a hay replacer? if not what can be?** A: I wouldn't recommend this as a daily hay replacer as hay is so important to a bunny. Bunnies need to chew for digestion and to keep teeth from growing. I would add this to his diet and still encourage him to eat hay. As bunnies age they may have a problem with chewing due to dental issues. This can be used to help with nutrition if that occurs. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thank You Oxbow!! Helped save our bunny's life! *by A***R on July 16, 2015* One of our little bunnies went into GI stasis and we found out about this when doing research online over a week-end when our exotic animal vet was closed. We took our little bun to an animal urgent care and they were going to admit him to do "exploratory surgery" (don't ever do this, most bunnies never survive the surgery and you don't need to do this if your bunny has GI stasis). I wish I had known about this so I would have had it on hand before our bunny got sick but it arrived super fast through Prime (phew). (You never know with Prime, depending on the item, the day you order it etc. etc. it could take up to 4 days to receive an item nowadays with Amazon Prime.) Its super easy to use, the instructions are on the bag, it comes as a powder and you mix it was warm water and feed it to your bunny using a feeding syringe that you can buy from a pharmacy in the baby aisle. If you only have 1-2 bunnies, this small size is more than enough, you don't need the bigger bag. It sort of has a pungent lemony scent which is pretty disgusting when your bunny poops it out, but you'll never be more thankful to see bunny poop in your life! Our bunny didn't seem to mind the taste (we tried various organic veggie baby foods and he hated those, but he went for this pretty ok considering....) If your bunny goes into GI stasis, please do not give your bunny an enema (there are well meaning people online who recommended this to us but our vet was against it.) What you want to do is help your bunny get hydrated at the vet with subcutaneous fluid therapy, we found that and the Rx laxative and pain reliever (for his fairly large gas bubble that we saw on his x-ray) to be the most helpful things for our little bun. He was hydrated twice and only on the pain reliever, laxative and this food for 3 days in total before he returned back to normal. We set our alarm clock to wake up every two hours to check on our bun during the night when he was too sick to move and when his temperature dropped we surrounded him with lightly warmed rice bags that seemed to help bring his temperature back up and also the warmth was comforting to him. Its a super scary thing to go through so I highly recommend you have this on hand "before" you need it for just in case. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One and Only *by T***A on April 9, 2026* Always on hand, in case there is any gastrological issues with my bunny. I give it to her during her antibiotic treatment too, thankfully, she likes it eating from a small bowl to prevent GI stasis, once or twice a day. Truly a life saver. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Life-saver *by A***7 on June 23, 2013* Our rabbit Seb unfortunately developed a tendency to go into a shed every six weeks, much more often than the every three months that my books said. And when he went into a shed, he'd lick himself and swallow a lot of the loose hair, and developed hair balls. He'd quit eating and just sit miserably in a corner of his cage. I read everything I could find on the condition and took him to the vet three times over several months, putting him on Reglan and Cisapride (specially ordered from a compounding pharmacy in Arizona) several times a day. I brushed him several times a day to get out as much hair as I could. And, since he wasn't eating anything, which quickly leads to death in rabbits and guinea pigs, I fed him this product, Critical Care, six times a day when his condition was the worst, gradually reducing the number as he started to improve and nibble on food. I also gave him Benebac in the Critical Care every other day, for the probiotics. And water by little syringes directly into his mouth three times a day. It has happened five times since last November, but once he recovers and I very gradually wean him off the meds (a lesson I learned the hard way), he's fine, cheerful, lively, and a voracious eater. He'd be dead now five times over if it weren't for the Critical Care. You mix a tablespoon of the powdered hay and vitamins in this supplement with warm water, put it into a feeding syringe, then shoot it into his mouth, where he eagerly swallows it. Not more than this at one feeding, but you have to keep food in his digestive tract at all times, as the GI stasis will otherwise quickly kill these animals. This is a great product for herbivorous animals that are sick or recovering from surgery, and they also make a similar product for carniverous animals, which I haven't tried yet. ## Frequently Bought Together - Oxbow Critical Care Herbivore, Emergency Guinea Pig Food, Rabbit Food for Recovery, Natural Anise Flavor, Veterinary Formula, Critical Care for Guinea Pig Emergency Kit, 454 gram bag - Oxbow Animal Health Natural Science Digestive Support, High Fiber Supplement for Rabbit & Guinea Pig, Made with Timothy Hay, Includes Chicory Root, Ginger Root, Chamomile, Made in USA, 4.2 oz Bag --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/11101397-critical-care-herbivore-rabbit-and-guinea-pig-recovery-anise-454](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/11101397-critical-care-herbivore-rabbit-and-guinea-pig-recovery-anise-454) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-09-29*