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product_id: 11391978
title: "Critical Care Carnivore, Made with Whole Egg & Dried Chicken, Assist Feeding Formula for Carnivores, Cat Supplements, Ferret Food Recovery, Small Animal Pet Products, Made in USA, 70 Gram Bag"
brand: "oxbow"
price: "R474"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Oxbow"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/11391978-critical-care-carnivore-made-with-whole-egg-and-dried-chicken
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Dried chicken protein source High-calorie dense formula Premium whole egg protein Critical Care Carnivore, Made with Whole Egg & Dried Chicken, Assist Feeding Formula for Carnivores, Cat Supplements, Ferret Food Recovery, Small Animal Pet Products, Made in USA, 70 Gram Bag

**Brand:** oxbow
**Price:** R474
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐾 Fuel their comeback with every bite — because your pet deserves the best care!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Critical Care Carnivore, Made with Whole Egg & Dried Chicken, Assist Feeding Formula for Carnivores, Cat Supplements, Ferret Food Recovery, Small Animal Pet Products, Made in USA, 70 Gram Bag by oxbow
- **How much does it cost?** R474 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/11391978-critical-care-carnivore-made-with-whole-egg-and-dried-chicken)

## Best For

- oxbow enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted oxbow brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Calorie-Dense Powerhouse:** Delivers concentrated energy in small servings—perfect for weak or recovering pets with low appetites.
- • **Recovery-Boosting Nutrition:** Vet-recommended formula designed to accelerate healing and restore vitality in cats and ferrets.
- • **Effortless Preparation & Feeding:** Mixes smoothly with water for syringe feeding or easy serving—ideal for emergency nutrition support.
- • **Easily Digestible Animal Proteins:** Packed with whole egg and dried chicken for optimal nutrient absorption and gentle digestion.
- • **Versatile & Ready When You Need It:** Compact 70g bag made in the USA, perfect for on-the-go recovery or keeping as a must-have pet care essential.

## Overview

Oxbow Critical Care Carnivore is a premium, vet-trusted recovery formula crafted with high-calorie, easily digestible animal proteins from whole egg and dried chicken. Designed specifically for cats and ferrets, this calorie-dense supplement supports energy restoration and appetite stimulation during illness or recovery. Conveniently packaged in a 70g bag, it mixes smoothly for syringe feeding or easy serving, making it an essential tool for pet owners committed to optimal small animal care.

## Description

Carnivore Care is a premium recovery food for carnivores with poor nutritional status resulting from illness or surgery. This specially-formulated product contains beneficial omega fatty acids and easily digestible proteins derived from premium quality egg and poultry sources to support nutrient absorption and optimize energy levels. Carnivore Care is calorically-dense by design, requiring less volume intake to meet daily energy requirements.

Review: A Lifesaver for Supporting an Older Cat When Eating Is Hard - I’ve been using Oxbow Critical Care Carnivore to syringe feed my 13-year-old cat during a period when she wasn’t eating well on her own, and I’m very thankful to have this product. The powder mixes easily with warm water to create a smooth consistency that works well for syringe feeding. I like that it’s calorie-dense, because she doesn’t need a large volume to get meaningful nutrition, which is important when energy and appetite are low. The ingredient profile gives me peace of mind as it’s made with animal-based proteins like whole egg and chicken, which feel appropriate for a carnivore. While my cat wasn’t drawn to the taste on her own, she tolerated it well when fed slowly, and it helped me feel confident that she was getting nourishment during a difficult time. This is definitely something I recommend keeping on hand, especially for senior cats or situations where assisted feeding becomes necessary. It’s clearly designed for recovery support and feels like a thoughtfully made product. Pros: • Mixes smoothly for syringe feeding • Calorie-dense so smaller amounts go further • Animal-based protein formula • Helpful to have on hand for emergencies or recovery I think this has been a helpful tool in caring for my older cat, and I’m glad I had it available when we needed extra nutritional support.
Review: A Lifesaver for Our Ferret with Insulinoma - When our ferret was recently diagnosed with insulinoma, we were overwhelmed and worried about keeping her nutrition balanced and energy up. Critical Care Carnivore has been an absolute game changer. It mixes easily into a smooth, palatable formula that she actually enjoys, which is no small feat when dealing with a picky or sick ferret. The high-quality, highly digestible protein from egg and chicken has kept her strength up, and we’ve noticed a big improvement in her alertness and overall comfort. It’s gentle on her stomach, easy to syringe feed when needed, and provides the complete nutrition she can’t always get from regular meals anymore. This product has given us peace of mind knowing she’s getting the best possible support during such a challenging time. If you have a ferret with health issues, especially insulinoma, I can’t recommend Critical Care Carnivore enough. It’s truly been a lifesaver for our little one.

## Features

- PREMIUM RECOVERY NUTRITION: Carnivore Care is a critical care carnivore formula designed to support recovery in cats and ferrets; This high calorie cat food provides essential animal protein and is ideal as an appetite stimulant for cats after illness
- VET-RECOMMENDED SUPPORT: Developed by experts, this carnivore supplement is trusted by veterinarians to aid pets with poor nutritional status; Ideal for small animal pet products collections, it's suitable as ferret food or cat supplements
- CALORIE-DENSE FORMULA: This high calorie cat food delivers concentrated nutrition in every serving; Just a small amount of this premium carnivore care food helps meet daily energy needs, reducing volume intake for weak or recovering pets
- EASILY DIGESTIBLE PROTEIN: Packed with easily digestible animal protein from egg and poultry, this formula supports energy and recovery; A great addition to your pet's diet bag of food or other carnivore supplements for overall wellness
- VERSATILE USE & STORAGE: Ideal for cats and ferrets, this carnivore care product is easy to prepare and serve; Comes in a convenient bag for easy use, great to have on hand as part of your appetite stimulant for cats and food toolkit

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B006H38VZ0 |
| ASIN  | B006H38VZ0 |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Brand Name | Oxbow |
| Breed Recommendation | Small |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,276) |
| Date First Available | September 7, 2008 |
| Date First Available  | September 7, 2008 |
| Directions | As a general guideline, mix 2 parts Carnivore Care™ to 1 part water. The volume of water may be adjusted to achieve desired consistency. Divide into several feedings. Water should be available to the animal at all times. For more precise preparation directions, visit www.oxbowvetconnect.com. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.5 x 2 x 5.25 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 9.13 x 6.1 x 0.91 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.4 ounces |
| Item model number | 744845701073 |
| Item model number  | 744845701073 |
| Manufacturer | Oxbow Animal Health LLC |
| Manufacturer  | Oxbow Animal Health LLC |
| Material | Other |
| Model Name | Critical Care Carnivore (70g) |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions  | 7.5 x 2 x 5.25 inches; 2.4 ounces |
| Size | 2.47 oz |
| Specific Uses for Product | Weight Management, Nutrition |
| Target Audience Keyword | dogs, reptile-and-amphibian-pets |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Oxbow
- **Flavor:** Carnivore
- **Item Form:** Powder
- **Item Weight:** 2.4 ounces
- **Product Benefits:** Weight Gain

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this the formula for dogs?**
A: It is not labelled for dogs and isprobably too rich for them.  It is intended for obligate carnivoreslike cats, ferrets, raptors,reptiles.  For ailing dogs, I would prefer eggnog( raw egg, milk or plain yogurt, honey whiskedtogether)Soft-boiled egg, or meat baby food to mask medication or coax eating.

**Q: Does it come with anything to feed the pets with? Is it just the supplement?**
A: No, it's just a bag of powdered food that you mix to a paste.  I made mine thin enough to go into a syringe (without needle).  I was feeding a Leopard Gecko that wouldn't eat.

**Q: Can you actually put this in the water of an aquatic turtle tank to get the turtle to eat(increase appetite)? I heard about a stimulant like that.**
A: You can feed it to any creature but it has to be made into a paste with warm water & fed to them;  not put into their water. It stimulates their appetite by helping them feel better & giving them some energy.

**Q: bearded dragons are omnivores. should i purchase this one or the green bag for a very sick beardie? thanks**
A: yes i bought this for my sick bearded dragon is high in protein so i would only did half of the dose it says for reptiles 2 tablespoon for kg so 30grams per kg i only did half to be on the safe side too much protein can be toxic for a bearded dragon.if you have an adult beardie i recomend the critical care which is for herbivores it has less protein.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Lifesaver for Supporting an Older Cat When Eating Is Hard
*by D***S on December 30, 2025*

I’ve been using Oxbow Critical Care Carnivore to syringe feed my 13-year-old cat during a period when she wasn’t eating well on her own, and I’m very thankful to have this product. The powder mixes easily with warm water to create a smooth consistency that works well for syringe feeding. I like that it’s calorie-dense, because she doesn’t need a large volume to get meaningful nutrition, which is important when energy and appetite are low. The ingredient profile gives me peace of mind as it’s made with animal-based proteins like whole egg and chicken, which feel appropriate for a carnivore. While my cat wasn’t drawn to the taste on her own, she tolerated it well when fed slowly, and it helped me feel confident that she was getting nourishment during a difficult time. This is definitely something I recommend keeping on hand, especially for senior cats or situations where assisted feeding becomes necessary. It’s clearly designed for recovery support and feels like a thoughtfully made product. Pros: • Mixes smoothly for syringe feeding • Calorie-dense so smaller amounts go further • Animal-based protein formula • Helpful to have on hand for emergencies or recovery I think this has been a helpful tool in caring for my older cat, and I’m glad I had it available when we needed extra nutritional support.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Lifesaver for Our Ferret with Insulinoma
*by B***S on August 10, 2025*

When our ferret was recently diagnosed with insulinoma, we were overwhelmed and worried about keeping her nutrition balanced and energy up. Critical Care Carnivore has been an absolute game changer. It mixes easily into a smooth, palatable formula that she actually enjoys, which is no small feat when dealing with a picky or sick ferret. The high-quality, highly digestible protein from egg and chicken has kept her strength up, and we’ve noticed a big improvement in her alertness and overall comfort. It’s gentle on her stomach, easy to syringe feed when needed, and provides the complete nutrition she can’t always get from regular meals anymore. This product has given us peace of mind knowing she’s getting the best possible support during such a challenging time. If you have a ferret with health issues, especially insulinoma, I can’t recommend Critical Care Carnivore enough. It’s truly been a lifesaver for our little one.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Was recommended by our exotic vet for rescue reptile that was not eating.
*by A***R on November 28, 2025*

This stuff worked. I had a rescue reptile that had gone off food I was nursing back to health. Also, used on a gravid female leopard gecko who went off food for over 4wks to make sure she had nutrients (she was making eggs which takes a lot of energy and reserves of calcium - poor things go through this even if never bred or even seen a male) i mixed this stuff runny enough to put in a very small syringe (NO needle) so i could drip the mixture on their lips and tip of nose (stay away from nostril holes) and they lick it off. These reptiles and a pac-man frog did very well and came around. The stuff was recommended by our exotic vet. It seems expensive but keep mind you get a good amount your going to mix in water so it goes a long way how I was using it and I store mine in the refrigerator so it will last longer. It is easy to mix and the animals seem to like the flavor. The bag zip locks shut so cut just the top open (don’t tear it like I did all crooked, and I use a scoop and keep that in the bag, heck it might have came with the scoop. Sorry can’t remember I have so many different things like this for my 21 rescues I can’t recall. I will warn you this stuff smells awful, reminded me of a chew my puppy had once, after they chewed on it and got it wet, was awful (hoof - gross, I know). Both reptiles and pac-man frog responded well and regained their appetite.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-14*