So many doctors are quick to point the finger at low carbing as the cause of any ailment that you can come into their offices for. I'm surprised that some haven't tried to pin the common cold on it yet.
Having said that, I did a quick bit of research on the internet and eating protein was not listed as a chief contributor to gout per se...only specific ones that are high in purines such as organ meats and shellfish.
Interestingly enough, the best way to prevent gout attacks according to this source is to drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol completely.

Here is the quote:

"How is gout treated?

Preventing acute gout attacks is equally as important as treating the acute arthritis. Prevention of acute gout involves maintaining adequate fluid intake, weight reduction, dietary changes, reduction in alcohol consumption, and medications to reduce hyperuricemia.

Maintaining adequate fluid intake helps prevent acute gout attacks. Adequate fluid intake also decreases the risk of kidney stone formation in patients with gout. Alcohol is known to have diuretic effects which can contribute to dehydration and precipitate acute gout attacks. Alcohol can also affect uric acid metabolism and cause hyperuricemia.

Dietary changes can help reduce uric acid levels in the blood. Since purine chemicals are converted by the body into uric acid, purine rich foods are avoided. Examples of foods rich in purine include shellfish and organ meats, such as liver, brains, kidneys, and sweetbreads.

Weight reduction can be helpful in lowering the risk of recurrent attacks of gout."

Another point this source made is that gout is not necessarily caused by diet, but rather by an inherited genetic trait that causes the body to handle purines poorly.