>From: Margaret Merchant <[log in to unmask]> > >I am curious about the Natural Gold kibble, especially since it seems >tohave a lot of herbal additives. However, the high protein count >concerns me. Anyone have any info on if this might affect the older >ferret's kidneys? I know that high protein can affect dogs and cats >as they age... Margaret, there is some information posted on my shelter website about Natural Gold, www.ferretwaystation.com As far as the protein content, for a normal, healthy ferret, the high protein isn't a concern. After all, a ferret's natural diet is whole prey, which is high in protein. Bob Church addressed this issue in past FML posts. If you search the archieves, you should be able to find his posts. I also have other information about it that I will email to you privately. Connie Distributor for Natural Gold Ferret Food Shelter Director-Ferret Waystation [Posted in FML issue 5224]