Dear All, I really was enlightened and enjoyed the article that Sukie posted on July 10th about fiber aiding in dietary woes, specifically IBD. I was particularly interested since I've been developing a line of supplements. If anyone is interested, I've got a product that would replace the molasses and petrolatum ladened laxatives. My product is called "Poopin Pumpkin". Yes, I knew you'd love the name! lol The main ingredients are powdered pumpkin and powdered whole eggs, both of which are known in breaking down furballs, and other things, and moving to exit. Although as wonderful as I think my product is, I've got to put the warning out there on any laxative type of product, overuse of it can result in lazy intestines, lack of motility. That's why you hear of humans that have eating disorders becoming addicted to laxatives, it's not the taste, it's what they do for you! The frequency of using such a product largely depends on the type of diet, age of ferret, and activity level. If you'd like to know more about my product you can write me or go here; http://rockyscreaturecomforts.ecrater.com/ Affectionately, Barb Clay Dir of Rocky's Ferret Rescue and Shelter Pres Rocky's Creature Comforts Parkton, MD 21120 [Posted in FML 7855]