can i feed this to baby rats 6-7 weeks old?

Yes, it is perfectly safe. I was feeding it to my 4 week old rats with no issues at all, and after about 6 months of owning them I moved to the adult oxbow rat food. I hope I answered your question.

What are the ingredients?

From the Oxbow website...IngredientsGround Corn, Soybean Meal, Wheat Middlings, Soybean Hulls, Dried Whey, Cane Molasses, Soybean Oil, Sunflower Meal, Alfalfa Meal, Limestone, Flax Seed, Sodium Bentonite, Menhaden Fish Meal, Lignin Sulfonate, Monocalcium Phosphate, Natural Flavor, DL-Methionine, Salt, Magnesium Oxide, Choline Chloride, Yeast Culture, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Ferrous Sulfate, Mixed Tocopherols, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Monophosphate (Vitamin C), Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Niacin, Copper Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Biotin, Vitamin A Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Calcium Iodate, Cobalt Carbonate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Rosemary Extract

How long does the bag last?

Between two rats and introducing other foods such as fruits and nuts, I was able to make the bag can last a few months.

Is this product good for a young rescue squirrel? why did amazon just remove this question posted today sept 16 2018? what are you afraid of, beezo

Most people don’t know the dietary needs of wild animals (non domesticated). Though a exotic veterinarian would probably know. Here California, wild animals are illegal to own so it’s very to find an expert.

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Oxbow Essentials Mouse & Young Rat Food, Pet Food for Rats & Mice, All-Natural Vitamin & Mineral Rich Formula, Veterinarian Recommended, Oxbow, Rodent Pellets, Made in USA, 2.5 lb Bag

Oxbow Essentials Mouse & Young Rat Food, Pet Food for Rats & Mice, All-Natural Vitamin & Mineral Rich Formula, Veterinarian Recommended, Oxbow, Rodent Pellets, Made in USA, 2.5 lb Bag

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Pellet
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🌱Prebiotics for gut health support

🔬Vet-formulated & scientifically balanced

🦴Tailored bone-strengthening nutrients

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🐭 Fuel their future with every bite — the smart choice for thriving young rodents!

UNIFORM PELLET DESIGN - Eliminates unhealthy selective feeding habits common in seed mixes, ensuring balanced intake.
GUT BOOSTING PREBIOTICS - Supports digestive health and maximizes nutrient absorption for thriving pets.
VET RECOMMENDED MADE IN USA - Trusted by experts and crafted domestically with no artificial additives for premium quality.
PRECISION NUTRITION FOR GROWTH - Formulated specifically for young, pregnant, and nursing rodents to fuel optimal development.
COMPLETE DAILY VITAMINS MINERALS - Delivers 100% of essential nutrients in every uniform pellet—no selective feeding allowed.

Oxbow Essentials Mouse & Young Rat Food is a veterinarian-developed, all-natural pellet diet designed to provide young, pregnant, and nursing rodents with a complete, balanced blend of protein, vitamins, minerals, and prebiotics. Made in the USA with no artificial additives, its uniform pellet design prevents selective feeding, ensuring consistent nutrition that supports bone strength, immune health, and digestive wellness.

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