>  CS> I'll grant though that not all pets have diet issues so a decent store
 >  CS> brand is ok enough for dogs.  Cats though may develop issues on it if
 >  CS> kibble.  Spcifically, kidney and bladder issues.
 > 
 > I've always fed my cats dry cat food.  Two of them - both males - developed
 > a urinary blockage (presumably kidney stones or equivalent).  Apparently the
 > didn't drink enough water and the salts accumulated.  The cat I still have
 > (since
 > 2000) has always had dry cat food (occasionally a can for special treat), bu
 > she's
 > never had the problem.

Males n cat type are more prone to urinary issues and dry normally makes it wo
rse.  One trick is to use salt free broth (and i mean salt free as is none
added at all).  Add that as a side to meals or in an extra 'nooner' meal at
about 2-3 TB per cat.

  xxcarol

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