Patents by Inventor Richard G. Shields, Jr.

Richard G. Shields, Jr. has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Breed-specific canine food formulations
    Patent number: 6156355
    Abstract: Breed-specific dog food formulations that comprise chicken meat as the major ingredient, rice as the predominant (or sole) grain source, fruit and/or vegetable fiber as the primary or sole fiber source, unique fat and antioxidant blend, vitamins, herbs and spices, carotenoids, and no corn or artificial colors, preservatives, flavors or sugars are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2000
    Assignee: Star-Kist Foods, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard G. Shields, Jr., Jeffrey P. Bennett
  • Protease containing hairball remedy and use thereof
    Patent number: 6080403
    Abstract: Animal food formulations, preferably dry cat foods and treats, or medicaments, e.g., tablets, gels or suppositories, that contain an amount of an enzyme (bromelain) effective to treat and/or prevent hairballs are provided. These formulations can be ingested chronically, i.e., daily, with no adverse effects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2000
    Assignee: Star-Kist Foods, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard G. Shields, Jr., Mark D. Newcomb, Jeffrey P. Bennett