Item# ALFA
15 oz
$5.75
Alfalfa Nibbles is a legume hay that contains more protein,
digestible energy and calcium than any other forage. This
hay is perfect for young herbivores and makes a great treat
for adult herbivores
Alfalfa hay is a high-fiber legume forage hay that is
sometimes called the "Queen of Forages". It differs
from grass hays such as timothy, orchard grass and brome
in the leaf, stem, and root structure. Alfalfa hay is legume
hay and the protein, calcium and energy content are higher
than in grass hay. Because we take special care and bale
at night, you will find that Oxbow's Alfalfa Hay have a
soft stem with the leaves attached.
Oxbow's Alfalfa Hay is an outstanding feed for young animals.
It contains more crude protein, digestible energy, and
calcium levels than any other forage. In addition, it has
the fiber content needed for normal digestive functioning.
Alfalfa provides the essential calcium necessary for growing
bones. Alfalfa is also a source of important minerals,
including phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, sulfur, iron,
zinc and selenium.
Oxbow's Alfalfa Hay should not be fed to all animals.
But if used carefully, in certain situations, it can be
a valuable tool in nutritional management.
Due to it's succulent taste, Oxbow's Alfalfa Hay can be
used as an appetite stimulant when an animal is ill or
for post surgical patients. Because it is high in fiber,
a small pinch can be given as a treat.
Alfalfa Nibbles should only be offered carefully to mature
rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and prairie dogs due
to the higher protein and calcium content.
Many vets believe that animals prone to kidney stones,
bladder stones or calcium crystals in their urine should
always avoid alfalfa.
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