Oxbow Essentials Adult Guinea Pig Food
Oxbow Essentials Adult Guinea Pig Food is positioned as the best-in-class choice for vitamin C–fortified diets, thanks to its timothy-hay base and strict quality control that prioritize natural fiber and nutrient stability. It commands a premium price but delivers superior nutrient bioavailability and hay-forward formulation compared with more heavily processed or budget-focused options like Living World and Kaytee. For owners prioritizing long-term health and fiber quality in vitamin C–fortified feed, Oxbow’s technical consistency and ingredient sourcing set it apart.
Vitamin C-rich cheer
Hay-first formula
Vitamin C-rich cheer
Hay-first formula
Review Summary
"Consistently praised for its timothy-based, high-fiber formula and stable vitamin C; owners report improved coat and digestion with long-term use. Complaints focus on the higher price and occasional refusal by very picky guinea pigs."
Vet-approved wink
Formulated with stabilized vitamin C to support immune health
Vet-approved wink
Formulated with stabilized vitamin C to support immune health
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Oxbow Essentials Adult Guinea Pig Food is positioned as the best-in-class choice for vitamin C–fortified diets, thanks to its timothy-hay base and strict quality control that prioritize natural fiber and nutrient stability. It commands a premium price but delivers superior nutrient bioavailability and hay-forward formulation compared with more heavily processed or budget-focused options like Living World and Kaytee. For owners prioritizing long-term health and fiber quality in vitamin C–fortified feed, Oxbow’s technical consistency and ingredient sourcing set it apart.
Vitamin C-rich cheer
Hay-first formula
Vet-approved wink
Formulated with stabilized vitamin C to support immune health
High-fiber timothy-based formula to promote dental and digestive health
Vitamin C-rich cheer
Hay-first formula
Vet-approved wink
Formulated with stabilized vitamin C to support immune health
High-fiber timothy-based formula to promote dental and digestive health
Living World Green Gourmet Guinea Pig Food
Living World Green Gourmet Guinea Pig Food is a cost-conscious, widely available fortified option that balances added vitamin C with an extruded pellet format for easy feeding. While it generally has a lower price point than Oxbow and Supreme, it trades some of the premium hay content and fiber profile for affordability and shelf-stable supplementation, making it attractive for budget-minded owners or multi-pet households. Technically it competes on value and convenience rather than on the top-tier ingredient sourcing favored by premium brands.
Veggie blend delight
Crunchy nibble-fest
Veggie blend delight
Crunchy nibble-fest
Review Summary
"Viewed as a budget-friendly, fiber-rich option that many guinea pigs accept and that provides added vitamin C. Some users report inconsistent particle sizes, dust, and occasional rejection by picky eaters."
Aroma-attracts sniffs
Contains added vitamin C plus a mix of herbs and vegetables for palatability
Aroma-attracts sniffs
Contains added vitamin C plus a mix of herbs and vegetables for palatability
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Living World Green Gourmet Guinea Pig Food is a cost-conscious, widely available fortified option that balances added vitamin C with an extruded pellet format for easy feeding. While it generally has a lower price point than Oxbow and Supreme, it trades some of the premium hay content and fiber profile for affordability and shelf-stable supplementation, making it attractive for budget-minded owners or multi-pet households. Technically it competes on value and convenience rather than on the top-tier ingredient sourcing favored by premium brands.
Veggie blend delight
Crunchy nibble-fest
Aroma-attracts sniffs
Contains added vitamin C plus a mix of herbs and vegetables for palatability
Designed as a low-calorie, vitamin-fortified pellet for adult guinea pigs
Veggie blend delight
Crunchy nibble-fest
Aroma-attracts sniffs
Contains added vitamin C plus a mix of herbs and vegetables for palatability
Designed as a low-calorie, vitamin-fortified pellet for adult guinea pigs
$12-25 CAD
Martin Little Friends Timothy Adult Rabbit Food
Martin Little Friends Timothy Adult Rabbit Food targets rabbit-specific needs with a timothy-based formula that emphasizes high fiber and appropriate pellet sizing while including vitamin support suited to small herbivores. It stands out as a specialist rabbit product compared with the predominantly guinea-pig–focused items in this list, offering a middle-ground price and a technical profile tuned for continuous chewing and gut health. For owners with rabbits who want a timothy-first fortified diet, Martin offers a focused alternative to broader-market feeds like Kaytee or Living World.
Timothy-led fiber
Gentle gut care
Timothy-led fiber
Gentle gut care
Review Summary
"Appreciated for its timothy-based formulation for adult rabbits, with reviewers noting better dental wear and digestion over time. A few users mention batch variability and that some rabbits prefer different mixes."
Bunny-approved hop
Timothy hay-based formula with added vitamin C suitable for adult rabbits and small herbivores
Bunny-approved hop
Timothy hay-based formula with added vitamin C suitable for adult rabbits and small herbivores
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Martin Little Friends Timothy Adult Rabbit Food targets rabbit-specific needs with a timothy-based formula that emphasizes high fiber and appropriate pellet sizing while including vitamin support suited to small herbivores. It stands out as a specialist rabbit product compared with the predominantly guinea-pig–focused items in this list, offering a middle-ground price and a technical profile tuned for continuous chewing and gut health. For owners with rabbits who want a timothy-first fortified diet, Martin offers a focused alternative to broader-market feeds like Kaytee or Living World.
Timothy-led fiber
Gentle gut care
Bunny-approved hop
Timothy hay-based formula with added vitamin C suitable for adult rabbits and small herbivores
High fiber content supports gut motility and dental wear
Timothy-led fiber
Gentle gut care
Bunny-approved hop
Timothy hay-based formula with added vitamin C suitable for adult rabbits and small herbivores
High fiber content supports gut motility and dental wear
Kaytee Forti-Diet Pro Health Guinea Pig Food
Kaytee Forti-Diet Pro Health Guinea Pig Food is a market leader for accessibility and value, combining fortified vitamin C with a formula designed for everyday use and widespread retail availability. Financially it is often more affordable than premium brands like Oxbow and Supreme while still offering stabilized vitamin C supplementation, making it a pragmatic choice for routine feeding or families managing cost across multiple pets. Technically it emphasizes balanced fortification and convenience over the extra hay content some premium timothy-forward diets provide.
Fortified C boost
Balanced pellet bite
Fortified C boost
Balanced pellet bite
Review Summary
"Many owners like the added vitamin C and nutrients at a lower price, and report good acceptance by most guinea pigs. However, some criticize filler ingredients and report selective feeding or digestive upset in sensitive animals."
Immune pep-up
Fortified with vitamin C and essential nutrients for daily feeding
Immune pep-up
Fortified with vitamin C and essential nutrients for daily feeding
Increased Safety & Security
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Kaytee Forti-Diet Pro Health Guinea Pig Food is a market leader for accessibility and value, combining fortified vitamin C with a formula designed for everyday use and widespread retail availability. Financially it is often more affordable than premium brands like Oxbow and Supreme while still offering stabilized vitamin C supplementation, making it a pragmatic choice for routine feeding or families managing cost across multiple pets. Technically it emphasizes balanced fortification and convenience over the extra hay content some premium timothy-forward diets provide.
Fortified C boost
Balanced pellet bite
Immune pep-up
Fortified with vitamin C and essential nutrients for daily feeding
Balanced pellet mix formulated to reduce selective feeding and ensure consistent vitamin intake
Fortified C boost
Balanced pellet bite
Immune pep-up
Fortified with vitamin C and essential nutrients for daily feeding
Balanced pellet mix formulated to reduce selective feeding and ensure consistent vitamin intake
$15-30 CAD
Supreme Selective Fortified Diet for Guinea Pigs
Supreme Selective Fortified Diet for Guinea Pigs is a European market leader known for carefully selected ingredients and precise pellet sizing, delivering a fortified vitamin C profile with strong emphasis on fiber quality and palatability. It competes with Oxbow on ingredient focus but often offers differentiated formulations (including grain-reduced or selective mixes) that appeal to owners seeking specialized European-style blends, and is priced competitively within the premium segment. For shoppers prioritizing selective ingredients and regionally optimized formulations, Supreme offers a technically refined alternative to mainstream US brands.
Selective vitamin punch
Flavor-packed crunch
Selective vitamin punch
Flavor-packed crunch
Review Summary
"Generally rated well for a balanced, fortified recipe and good palatability, with owners reporting steady health and reliable vitamin C levels. Some note it costs more than supermarket brands and a few very picky pigs still refuse it."
Snacky nibble joy
Enriched with vitamin C and formulated to meet guinea pig nutritional needs
Snacky nibble joy
Enriched with vitamin C and formulated to meet guinea pig nutritional needs
Increased Safety & Security
Recreational Enjoyment
Supreme Selective Fortified Diet for Guinea Pigs is a European market leader known for carefully selected ingredients and precise pellet sizing, delivering a fortified vitamin C profile with strong emphasis on fiber quality and palatability. It competes with Oxbow on ingredient focus but often offers differentiated formulations (including grain-reduced or selective mixes) that appeal to owners seeking specialized European-style blends, and is priced competitively within the premium segment. For shoppers prioritizing selective ingredients and regionally optimized formulations, Supreme offers a technically refined alternative to mainstream US brands.
Selective vitamin punch
Flavor-packed crunch
Snacky nibble joy
Enriched with vitamin C and formulated to meet guinea pig nutritional needs
Selective formula focuses on fiber and palatability to improve consumption consistency
Selective vitamin punch
Flavor-packed crunch
Snacky nibble joy
Enriched with vitamin C and formulated to meet guinea pig nutritional needs
Selective formula focuses on fiber and palatability to improve consumption consistency
$20-40 CAD