Abstract: A method of providing a pet with a benefit relating to effective assimilation of a lipid is described wherein the pet is administered, as a part of, or in addition to its regular diet, an edible composition that contains an ingredient that maintains, promotes or enhances the capacity of the pet to digest lipid efficiently. The invention extends to compositions for use in promoting lipid assimilation in pets, particularly senior or elderly pets. The compositions include pancreatic, liver and intestinal mucosa function-promoters. In embodiments, the liver function-promoter may be selected from taurine, emulsifiers, vitamins, minerals, glutathione and glutathione promoters.

Abstract: A method of providing a pet with a benefit relating to effective assimilation of a lipid is described wherein the pet is administered, as a part of, or in addition to its regular diet, an edible composition that contains an ingredient that maintains, promotes or enhances the capacity of the pet to digest lipid efficiently. The invention extends to compositions for use in promoting lipid assimilation in pets, particularly senior or elderly pets. The compositions include pancreatic, liver and intestinal mucosa function-promoters. In embodiments, the liver function-promoter may be selected from taurine, emulsifiers, vitamins, minerals, glutathione and glutathione promoters.

Abstract: Products as well as methods for reducing plaque in a domestic animal are provided. The product comprises retorted milk.

Abstract: In one aspect, the invention relates to compositions useful in frangible projectiles, methods of making same, and articles comprising same This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.

Abstract: Methods for preparing dog food compositions adapted for dogs with certain body conformation types by categorizing a dog for which the food composition is intended as a robust or athletic body conformation type and formulating a dog food composition to contain feed ingredients beneficial for the categorized dog. Typically, the protein and fat content of the food composition will be adjusted based upon the robust or athletic category for a particular dog or dog type.

Abstract: Products as well as methods for reducing plaque in a domestic animal are provided. The product comprises retorted milk.

Abstract: Products as well as methods for reducing plaque in a domestic animal are provided. The product comprises retorted milk.

Abstract: Methods for preparing dog food compositions adapted for dogs with certain body conformation types by categorizing a dog for which the food composition is intended as a robust or athletic body conformation type and formulating a dog food composition to contain feed ingredients beneficial for the categorized dog. Typically, the protein and fat content of the food composition will be adjusted based upon the robust or athletic category for a particular dog or dog type.

Abstract: Identification tags are used to distinguish a unique tagged item from among a plurality of items. Tagged items are searched by scanning the items with an interrogation signal. The tag emits an observable signal when it receives an identification that matches the identification contained in the tag. When an interrogation signal is not present, the tags sleep at a very low power level or are passively unpowered. A quasi-passive wake-up function employs a continuous low power standby mode, comparing a received signal to a predetermined signal and waking up the device when the predetermined signal is received. The tags can talk back to the interrogator, permitting them to respond with an identification code or to be remotely programmable. The tags can be powered by alternative power sources, including by solar cells or photocells capturing ambient light or a signal received from the interrogator.

Abstract: A method of providing a pet with a benefit relating to effective assimilation of a lipid is described wherein the pet is administered, as a part of, or in addition to its regular diet, an edible composition that contains an ingredient that maintains, promotes or enhances the capacity of the pet to digest lipid efficiently. The invention extends to compositions for use in promoting lipid assimilation in pets, particularly senior or elderly pets. The compositions include a pancreatic and either a liver or an intestinal mucosa function-promoter or both. In embodiments, the liver function-promoter may be selected from taurine, vitamins, minerals, glutathione and glutathione promoters.

Abstract: A method of providing a pet with a benefit relating to effective assimilation of a lipid is described wherein the pet is administered, as a part of, or in addition to its regular diet, an edible composition that contains an ingredient that maintains, promotes or enhances the capacity of the pet to digest lipid efficiently. The invention extends to compositions for use in promoting lipid assimilation in pets, particularly senior or elderly pets. The compositions include pancreatic, liver and intestinal mucosa function-promoters. In embodiments, the liver function-promoter may be selected from taurine, emulsifiers, vitamins, minerals, glutathione and glutathione promoters.

Abstract: A method of providing a pet with a benefit relating to effective assimilation of a lipid is described wherein the pet is administered, as a part of, or in addition to its regular diet, an edible composition that contains intestinal mucosa function-promoters in an effective amount to maintain, improve or enhance the capacity of the pet to digest lipid efficiently. The invention extends to compositions for use in promoting lipid assimilation in pets, particularly senior or elderly pets. The compositions preferably include pancreatic, liver and intestinal mucosa function-promoters.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for improving the longevity, activity, and health of elderly pets are provided. The method includes in an embodiment administering a nutritional composition including an oil blend, an antioxidant, and a source of linoleic acid.

Abstract: A sampler apparatus for unit dose bulk material sampling comprising an elongated housing having a first bore extending therethrough and a moveable piston rod extending through the first bore forming a sampling cavity between the front surface of the piston rod and the front end of the housing. A closure cap is attached to the front end of the housing and is adapted to selectively open and close the entrance to the sampling cavity. Also included are adjusting means for adjusting the size of the sampling cavity and compacting means for compacting the sample while the sample is contained within the sampling cavity.

Abstract: Apparatus for removing a sample of granular or powder materials from a vat in which such materials are mixed in bulk, including an elongated probe having a sample receiving cavity at one end which may be adjusted to a predetermined volume. The probe is inserted in the bulk mixture to a predetermined depth, the cavity loaded with material from the bulk and after closing the cavity, the probe is removed from the bulk removing therefrom a sample of a desired predetermined quantity representative of the bulk mixture at the insertion point. A backing plate is also provided in the probe to compact the sample in the cavity to facilitate handling of the sample.