{"product_id":"oxbow-premium-alfalfa-hay-food-growth-recovery-small-pets","title":"Oxbow Alfalfa Hay","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient-Dense Support for Growing \u0026amp; Recovering Herbivores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOxbow Alfalfa Hay is a legume forage specially formulated to support juvenile, pregnant, nursing, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/small-pet-food\" title=\"Small pet food: rabbit, guinea pig, hamster \u0026amp; ferret diets | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Small pet food: rabbit, guinea pig, hamster \u0026amp; ferret diets | hardypaw\"\u003econvalescing small herbivores\u003c\/a\u003e. Harvested at peak maturity and hand-sorted for soft stems and leaves, it provides elevated protein, calcium, and energy needed for growth and recovery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Repair Nutrition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e High crude protein (16%) and digestible energy fuel tissue development in young and recovering pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBone Health Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Elevated calcium levels (1.7%) promote strong bone formation and reduce the risk of metabolic bone disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppetite Stimulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Sweet, succulent leaves and tender stems entice ill or post-surgical animals to feed voluntarily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive Function:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Legume fiber content (32%) supports healthy gut motility and prevents gastrointestinal stasis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuality Assurance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Hand-sorted, baled at night, and tested for purity to ensure minimal dust, contaminants, and maximal palatability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePure Alfalfa Hay hand-sorted for stem and leaf quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"274\" style=\"width: 43.3929%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"104\" style=\"width: 45.3069%;\"\u003e 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0);\"\u003eMin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e16.00%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCrude Fat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e1.50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCrude Fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e32.00%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMoisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e15.00%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCalcium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e1.40%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCalcium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e2.00%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eProvide \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/small-pet-bowls-feeders\" title=\"Small pet bowls \u0026amp; feeders: water bottles \u0026amp; food bowls | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Small pet bowls \u0026amp; feeders: water bottles \u0026amp; food bowls | hardypaw\"\u003eunlimited access\u003c\/a\u003e for juveniles, nursing, or recovering pets in addition to grass hay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFor adult pets, offer a small pinch as occasional enrichment or a treat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eReplace soiled hay daily and store it in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Feeding Chart\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"124\" style=\"width: 322px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 144.57px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 162.188px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Guideline\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 144.57px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eJuveniles \u0026amp; Recovering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 162.188px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eUnlimited free-choice alongside grass hay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 144.57px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMature Healthy Herbivores\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 162.188px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOffer a small pinch as an occasional treat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDisclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIntended for herbivore species only; not suitable for omnivores or carnivores.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAnimals prone to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cat-kidney-urinary-medications\" title=\"Cat kidney \u0026amp; urinary tract medications: uti \u0026amp; bladder care | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Cat kidney \u0026amp; urinary tract medications: uti \u0026amp; bladder care | hardypaw\"\u003eurinary crystals or kidney stones\u003c\/a\u003e should consume sparingly due to high calcium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMonitor intake to avoid excessive calcium in mature pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.perplexity.ai\/pages\/shipping-policies\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 255);\" title=\"Shipping policy\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Shipping policy\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.perplexity.ai\/policies\/refund-policy\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 255);\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Refund policy\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: Who benefits most from Oxbow Alfalfa Hay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAns: Juvenile, pregnant, nursing, and recovering herbivores benefit from the high protein, calcium, and energy content, promoting growth, bone development, and appetite stimulation during critical life stages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Can adult rabbits eat this hay daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAns: Adult rabbits should only receive alfalfa hay sparingly – typically as a small treat – due to high calcium levels. Unlimited access is reserved for young or convalescing animals alongside grass hay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: How should I introduce Alfalfa Hay to my pet’s diet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAns: Transition over 7 days by mixing increasing amounts of alfalfa with their regular grass hay, monitoring for stool consistency and appetite to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oxbow-natural-science-digestive-support-for-small-animals\" title=\"Oxbow natural science digestive support for small animals\" aria-label=\"Oxbow natural science digestive support for small animals\"\u003eensure digestive tolerance\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Is Oxbow Alfalfa Hay tested for contaminants?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAns: Yes. Each batch undergoes purity testing for mold, dust, and pesticides, and is hand-sorted to remove debris, ensuring clean, safe forage for sensitive pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: What storage practices maintain hay freshness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAns: Store the unopened bag in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight. Once opened, reseal tightly and use within 4 weeks to preserve texture, aroma, and nutrient content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oxbow Animal Health","offers":[{"title":"15 oz","offer_id":43925839872161,"sku":"101-101-0150","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 oz","offer_id":43925839904929,"sku":"448362","price":9.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9 lb","offer_id":44669004447905,"sku":"101-101-0900","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/oxbow-alfalfa-hay-small-pet-food-283.jpg?v=1778553623","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/products\/oxbow-premium-alfalfa-hay-food-growth-recovery-small-pets","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}