To James Beasey: > One question here: What age should I go to adult formula? I generally swtich mine over about three years of age. They seem to start slowing down a bit, and the high protein load will contribute to the normal aging processes in the kidneys. >(1) A bald spot on his back (approximately half way from each end of the ci >ter and approx 1 inch long). Not sure about this one - ringworm, fleas, contact allergy, etc - better have the vet check it out.... >(2) He is somewhat less energetic, and once in a while will shiver as if >cooler than comfortable. We have similar trouble when we go on vacation , which now we almost never do. If we leave the kids in the house, they go feral and forget all about us and litter boxes - if we leave them with other families, they appear sullen when we come home. I think this species often suffers from separation anxiety, much more than a lot of people will credit... Bruce H. Williams, DVM Dept. of Veterinary Pathology Chief Pathologist, AccuPath Armed Forces Institute of Pathology [log in to unmask] Washington, D.C. 20306-6000 [log in to unmask] [Posted in FML issue 1217]