Oxbow Essentials Chinchilla Food
Oxbow's Essentials pellet ranks highly for degu maintenance because its timothy-hay–based formula delivers very high fiber and steady, low-fat nutrition that suits degus' digestive needs while remaining more affordable and widely available than specialist degu blends. Compared with the other products on this list it offers a conservative nutrient profile (lower protein and fat than some lab-grade diets) and consistent pellet quality, making it a cost-effective, low-risk choice for long-term maintenance feeding.
High-fiber core
Vet-crafted recipe
High-fiber core
Vet-crafted recipe
Review Summary
"Widely praised for consistent, high-quality pelleted nutrition that prevents selective feeding and keeps teeth worn; some owners caution it's formulated for chinchillas so monitor for degus' sensitivity to calorie/sugar levels."
No-seed surprise
Timothy-hay-based pellets formulated for adult small herbivores.
No-seed surprise
Timothy-hay-based pellets formulated for adult small herbivores.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Oxbow's Essentials pellet ranks highly for degu maintenance because its timothy-hay–based formula delivers very high fiber and steady, low-fat nutrition that suits degus' digestive needs while remaining more affordable and widely available than specialist degu blends. Compared with the other products on this list it offers a conservative nutrient profile (lower protein and fat than some lab-grade diets) and consistent pellet quality, making it a cost-effective, low-risk choice for long-term maintenance feeding.
High-fiber core
Vet-crafted recipe
No-seed surprise
Timothy-hay-based pellets formulated for adult small herbivores.
High-fiber, low-fat formula supports healthy digestion and dental wear.
High-fiber core
Vet-crafted recipe
No-seed surprise
Timothy-hay-based pellets formulated for adult small herbivores.
High-fiber, low-fat formula supports healthy digestion and dental wear.
$12-25 CAD
Supreme Science Selective Degu Food
Supreme Science Selective is positioned as the market leader for degus because it is a purpose-formulated degu pellet with controlled sugars and a balanced calcium:phosphorus ratio designed specifically for maintenance needs, offering a technical advantage over general chinchilla pellets. Although typically pricier than generic options like Oxbow or Living World, its species-specific formulation and documented nutrient targets make it the best choice when prioritizing metabolic and dental health.
Low-sugar formula
Degu-tailored mix
Low-sugar formula
Degu-tailored mix
Review Summary
"Formulated specifically for degus with high fiber and low sugar; most users report good acceptance and stable weight, though a minority find palatability varies between batches."
Herb crunch twist
Formulated specifically for degus with controlled sugar and calcium levels.
Herb crunch twist
Formulated specifically for degus with controlled sugar and calcium levels.
Increased Safety & Security
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Supreme Science Selective is positioned as the market leader for degus because it is a purpose-formulated degu pellet with controlled sugars and a balanced calcium:phosphorus ratio designed specifically for maintenance needs, offering a technical advantage over general chinchilla pellets. Although typically pricier than generic options like Oxbow or Living World, its species-specific formulation and documented nutrient targets make it the best choice when prioritizing metabolic and dental health.
Low-sugar formula
Degu-tailored mix
Herb crunch twist
Formulated specifically for degus with controlled sugar and calcium levels.
High-fiber pellets promote natural chewing and gut motility.
Low-sugar formula
Degu-tailored mix
Herb crunch twist
Formulated specifically for degus with controlled sugar and calcium levels.
High-fiber pellets promote natural chewing and gut motility.
$18-35 CAD
Mazuri Chinchilla Diet
Mazuri's pelleted diet brings laboratory-grade consistency and strict quality control that appeal to owners who want reproducible nutrient content for maintenance feeding; its precise manufacturing is a technical advantage over many consumer brands. Compared with the consumer-market leaders on this list, Mazuri often has higher production cost and a nutrient profile tailored for robust health—useful where tight control is needed, but it may require portion monitoring to avoid excess energy intake in degus.
Nutrient-dense pellets
Stabilizes digestion
Nutrient-dense pellets
Stabilizes digestion
Review Summary
"Veterinary and institutional users favor Mazuri for its balanced, veterinary-grade pelleted formula and durability; home owners note it's pricier and some animals take time to switch, with occasional reports of lower palatability."
Zoo-grade kibble
Premium lab-grade extruded pellets providing a consistent nutrient profile.
Zoo-grade kibble
Premium lab-grade extruded pellets providing a consistent nutrient profile.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Mazuri's pelleted diet brings laboratory-grade consistency and strict quality control that appeal to owners who want reproducible nutrient content for maintenance feeding; its precise manufacturing is a technical advantage over many consumer brands. Compared with the consumer-market leaders on this list, Mazuri often has higher production cost and a nutrient profile tailored for robust health—useful where tight control is needed, but it may require portion monitoring to avoid excess energy intake in degus.
Nutrient-dense pellets
Stabilizes digestion
Zoo-grade kibble
Premium lab-grade extruded pellets providing a consistent nutrient profile.
Higher-density nutrition suitable for maintenance with reliable ingredient control.
Nutrient-dense pellets
Stabilizes digestion
Zoo-grade kibble
Premium lab-grade extruded pellets providing a consistent nutrient profile.
Higher-density nutrition suitable for maintenance with reliable ingredient control.
$30-50 CAD
Versele-Laga Complete Chinchilla & Degu
Versele-Laga's Complete formula is a strong European alternative for degu maintenance, offering a balanced pellet with regionally compliant nutrient standards and some botanical inclusions that improve palatability without adding unnecessary sugars. It sits in the mid-price range versus specialist Supreme and lab-grade Mazuri, providing good technical balance for owners in Europe who want a ready-made maintenance pellet that blends quality with accessible pricing.
Balanced daily feed
Herb-enriched pellet
Balanced daily feed
Herb-enriched pellet
Review Summary
"Well-liked for species-appropriate nutrient balance and single-size pellets that reduce selective feeding; reviewers occasionally report dustiness or mixed acceptance by picky animals."
Pellet party scent
Complete pellet designed for both chinchillas and degus with timothy fiber.
Pellet party scent
Complete pellet designed for both chinchillas and degus with timothy fiber.
Increased Safety & Security
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Versele-Laga's Complete formula is a strong European alternative for degu maintenance, offering a balanced pellet with regionally compliant nutrient standards and some botanical inclusions that improve palatability without adding unnecessary sugars. It sits in the mid-price range versus specialist Supreme and lab-grade Mazuri, providing good technical balance for owners in Europe who want a ready-made maintenance pellet that blends quality with accessible pricing.
Balanced daily feed
Herb-enriched pellet
Pellet party scent
Complete pellet designed for both chinchillas and degus with timothy fiber.
Balanced maintenance formula with added vitamins and minerals.
Balanced daily feed
Herb-enriched pellet
Pellet party scent
Complete pellet designed for both chinchillas and degus with timothy fiber.
Balanced maintenance formula with added vitamins and minerals.
$15-30 CAD
Living World Green Botanicals Adult Degu Formula
Living World Green Botanicals is a budget-friendly maintenance option that emphasizes natural botanicals and palatability, making it attractive for owners seeking an economical, store-available pellet for everyday feeding. While it can be more affordable than Supreme or Mazuri, it generally offers less rigorous nutrient specification and quality-control reassurance, so it is best used by owners who supplement with appropriate hay and monitor intake closely.
Botanical boost mix
Adult degu formula
Botanical boost mix
Adult degu formula
Review Summary
"Many owners appreciate the botanical ingredients but a sizable portion report lower acceptance, inconsistent ingredient quality, and higher sugar than expected; results are mixed compared to established pelleted brands."
Green herb surprise
Pelleted maintenance diet featuring botanical herbs for enhanced palatability.
Green herb surprise
Pelleted maintenance diet featuring botanical herbs for enhanced palatability.
Recreational Enjoyment
Increased Safety & Security
Living World Green Botanicals is a budget-friendly maintenance option that emphasizes natural botanicals and palatability, making it attractive for owners seeking an economical, store-available pellet for everyday feeding. While it can be more affordable than Supreme or Mazuri, it generally offers less rigorous nutrient specification and quality-control reassurance, so it is best used by owners who supplement with appropriate hay and monitor intake closely.
Botanical boost mix
Adult degu formula
Green herb surprise
Pelleted maintenance diet featuring botanical herbs for enhanced palatability.
High-fiber, low-sugar composition supports digestion and dental wear.
Botanical boost mix
Adult degu formula
Green herb surprise
Pelleted maintenance diet featuring botanical herbs for enhanced palatability.
High-fiber, low-sugar composition supports digestion and dental wear.
$12-28 CAD