Influence of protein concentration and quality in a canned diet on urine composition, apparent nutrient digestibility and energy supply in adult cats

Abstract Background Protein concentration and quality in cat food can vary considerably, and the impact on feline urine composition and nutrient supply is of high practical relevance. In the present study, 6 canned diets with varying protein concentrations and qualities were fed to 10 healthy adult...

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Main Authors: Nadine Paßlack, Barbara Kohn, Marcus G. Doherr, Jürgen Zentek
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-07-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12917-018-1517-x