Animal Food Patents (Class 424/442)
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Patent number: 8633246Abstract: Methods for restoring a more nearly normal joint function in an osteoarthritic dog and methods for decreasing the likelihood of a dog developing osteoarthritis involve administering to the dogs a composition containing an effective concentration of the omega-3 fatty acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA).Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2004Date of Patent: January 21, 2014Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Dale A Fritsch, Dennis E Jewell, William D Schoenherr
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Patent number: 8628794Abstract: The present invention is directed to palatable ductile chewable veterinary composition for oral administration. The composition is capable of killing endo-parasites and ecto-parasites and/or can be used for treating prophylactic or curative animal diseases, and it is useful for the treatment of any warm-blooded non-human animal, including herd animals, like horses, cattle, sheep or poultry and preferably pets like dogs and cats. It consists basically of (A) an effective amount of one or more ingredients that are active against animal pests, pathogens or animal diseases; (B) meat flavoring; (C) partially gelatinized starch; (D) a softener; and (E) up to 9% water.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2004Date of Patent: January 14, 2014Assignee: Novartis AGInventor: Ute Isele
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Patent number: 8629182Abstract: A method for modulating enzymatic degradation of articular cartilage in a dog comprises administering to the dog an enzymatic degradation modulating effective amount of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), for example as a component of a food composition. By practice of the method in a dog having arthritis, mobility of the dog can be increased, weight bearing in an arthritic limb can be increased, and/or pain associated with arthritis can be reduced.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2010Date of Patent: January 14, 2014Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Bruce Caterson, Christopher Bond Little, John L. Harwood, John Francis Innes, Dale A. Fritsch, Dennis Edward Jewell, William David Schoenherr
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Patent number: 8629183Abstract: A method for modulating enzymatic degradation of articular cartilage in a dog comprises administering to the dog an enzymatic degradation modulating effective amount of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), for example as a component of a food composition. By practice of the method in a dog having arthritis, mobility of the dog can be increased, weight bearing in an arthritic limb can be increased, and/or pain associated with arthritis can be reduced.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2010Date of Patent: January 14, 2014Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Bruce Caterson, Christopher Bond Little, John L. Harwood, John Francis Innes, Dale A. Fritsch, Dennis Edward Jewell, William David Schoenherr
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Patent number: 8623402Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions of low molecular mass arabinoxylans for use as dietary supplements and to methods of improving growth performance and feed utilization of animals through the supplementation of their diets with the said compositions. In a preferred embodiment, the low molecular mass arabinoxylans are derived from natural sources, such as plant material and more preferably of cereals. They can be selected fractions of said natural arabinoxylans or can be obtained by acid and/or enzymatic depolymerization or fragmentation of said natural arabinoxylans or they can be structural analogues produced by chemical and/or physical processes.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2002Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Assignee: Cargill, IncorporatedInventor: Jan Delcour
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Patent number: 8617587Abstract: The present invention relates to the supply and production of an animal medicine consisting of a substrate in pellet or tablet form, which is attractive to livestock and domestic animals, in which fine-grained particles of a neutral-tasting, physiologically compatible, solid carrier material are embedded, which is characterized in that said fine-grained particles of carrier material have an average diameter of 0.09 to 0.8 mm and are coated with an active substance from veterinary medicine, and said active substance layer is covered with a protective layer of a physiologically compatible polymer matrix, and to the production of this animal medicine. It also relates to the usage of said double-coated, fine-grained particles of carrier material in the production of a preparation for veterinary medicine.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2009Date of Patent: December 31, 2013Assignee: Novartis AGInventors: Hubert Thoma, Uwe Thomas Schote, Ute Isele
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Patent number: 8618078Abstract: A method for controlling intestinal function, blood sugar level, body fat or serum lipid, or maintaining and improving glucose tolerance. The method comprises giving to human body or animal foods and drinks, having health benefits, or enriched with health benefits, wherein the foods and drinks comprise as an active ingredient a hydrogenated, indigestible dextrin that is obtained by digesting pyrodextrin with an enzyme to obtain an indigestible dextrin, and then hydrogenating the indigestible dextrin.Type: GrantFiled: June 5, 2009Date of Patent: December 31, 2013Assignee: Matsutani Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Yuka Kishimoto, Hiroshi Oga, Noriko Kitamura
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Publication number: 20130337030Abstract: A nutriment or medicament may have a neutral buoyancy for being suspended in a liquid, or at a desired depth within the liquid to improve consumption of the nutriment or medicament and reduce waste. Disclosed also are methods for making and using the neutrally buoyant products.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2012Publication date: December 19, 2013Applicant: EMPIRE TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT LLCInventors: Georgius Abidal Adam, Michael Keoni Manion
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Patent number: 8603518Abstract: This invention relates to the use of hydroxybutyrate and poly hydroxybutyrate as components of animal feed or feed additives, as well as to compositions, feed additives and feed containing them. The inventors surprisingly found that hydroxybutyrate and poly-hydroxybutyrate, preferably 3-hydroxybutyrate and poly-3-hydroxybutyrate, have a great potential for use in animal feed for modulation of the gut flora. More precisely, it has been found that poly-3-hydroxybutyrate or a microbial strain capable for producing poly-3-hydroxybutyrate can be used as a potential growth promoter or gut flora modulator by releasing SCFA, preferably 3-hydroxy butyric acid, in the gut micro flora. Further, the inventors found that 3-hydroxybutyrate and poly-3-hydroxybutyrate have a great potential for suppressing or inhibiting pathogenic bacteria in the gastro intestinal tract, e.g. have a antimicrobial activity against strains of Vibrio, E. coli and Salmonella.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2007Date of Patent: December 10, 2013Assignee: Universiteit GentInventors: Nico Boon, Tom Defoirdt, Wim De Windt, Tom Van De Wiele, Willy Verstraete
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Publication number: 20130309293Abstract: A pet chew forming apparatus for dispensing a medicament comprising a plunger having an elongated piston operable with a piston cylinder of a housing. The piston is extendable from and retractable into the piston cylinder by sliding movement, and includes a receptacle having an opening. The plunger is positionable in a first loading position relative to the housing to expose the opening to the receptacle such that a medicament is insertable into the receptacle through the opening, and positionable in a second loading position relative to the housing to expose the opening to the receptacle such that an edible composition is insertable into the receptacle through the opening. The plunger is also positionable in an ejection position relative to the housing to eject a pet chew comprising the edible composition and medicament from the receptacle.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2012Publication date: November 21, 2013Applicant: T.F.H. PUBLICATIONS, INC.Inventors: Glen S. AXELROD, Nancy S. RIVADENEIRA
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Patent number: 8586077Abstract: A nutritional composition for infants comprises a protein source, a lipid source and a carbohydrate source wherein the lipid source includes at least 16 wt % linoleic acid and at least 2 wt % ?-linolenic acid expressed as a percentage of total fatty acid content in each case and in amounts such that the ratio of linoleic acid:?-linolenic acid is in the range from 1 to 10.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2009Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: Nestec S.A.Inventors: Catherine Mace, Olivier Kevork Aprikian, Etienne Pouteau
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Patent number: 8586025Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide a technique to inhibit methanogens from producing methane. The use of Alcaligenes faecalis can inhibit methanogens from producing methane.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2011Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignees: Able CorporationInventors: Isami Hatano, Makoto Shoda, Yoichi Ishikawa
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Patent number: 8541019Abstract: The present invention is directed to palatable ductile chewable veterinary composition for oral administration. The composition is capable of killing endo-parasites and ecto-parasites and/or can be used for treating prophylactic or curative animal diseases, and it is useful for the treatment of any warm-blooded non-human animal, including herd animals, like horses, cattle, sheep or poultry and preferably pets like dogs and cats. It consists basically of (A) an effective amount of one or more ingredients that are active against animal pests, pathogens or animal diseases; (B) meat flavoring; (C) partially gelatinized starch; (D) a softener; and (E) up to 9% water.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2011Date of Patent: September 24, 2013Assignee: Novartis AGInventor: Ute Isele
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Patent number: 8535708Abstract: A method for inhibiting a decline in learning and/or memory in an animal comprising maintaining the animal on an antioxidant-fortified diet for a period of at least about 3 years. The diet comprises at least one antioxidant in a total antioxidant amount effective to achieve such inhibition. Suitable antioxidants include vitamin E, vitamin C, ?-lipoic acid and antioxidant-containing plant meals. The methods are particularly useful for young adult canines such as dogs.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 2005Date of Patent: September 17, 2013Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Karen Joy Wedekind, Steven Curtis Zicker
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Patent number: 8529940Abstract: The invention provides a method for treating abnormal glucose metabolism and insulin resistance in an animal by feeding a diet comprising high protein and moderate amounts of carbohydrate and fat. The invention also provides a method for treating conditions associated with insulin resistance or decreased longevity by feeding an animal such diets.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2012Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Gregory Dean Sunvold, Michael Anthony Ceddia, Jacqueline Sinclair Rand
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Patent number: 8523975Abstract: Salts of mineral nutrients stabilized with amino acids and/or ammonium salt, product and food supplement in which they are included and procedures of obtention, where the salts are obtained with anions of organic acids or inorganic anions and metallic cations associated with amino acids and/or ammonium salt, in which the invention introduces its general structure: {[Ac]n?·Men+?n[Amino acid and/or ammonium salt]}·xH2O Where ? represents a covalent dative bond, These new compounds have better taste and more solubility in water, making them more bioavailable.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2006Date of Patent: September 3, 2013Inventors: Eduardo Walter Ettlin, Jose Ruben Boccio, Adrian Tomas De Paoli, Edgardo Adrian Hager, Pablo Adrian De Paoli
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Patent number: 8519008Abstract: A method of improving the health of a first group of young monogastric mammals, the first group of young monogastric mammals nursing from a first lactating monogastric mammal during a pre-weaning period, the method including feeding the first lactating monogastric mammal an effective amount of an animal feed during the pre-weaning period, and feeding the first lactating monogastric mammal an effective amount of sugar alcohol during the pre-weaning period.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2003Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Purina Animal Nutrition LLCInventors: Brenda de Rodas, Cindie M. Luhman, Bill L. Miller, Paul A. Porter
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Patent number: 8512787Abstract: A palatable, edible soft chewable medication vehicle for delivery of a pharmaceutically acceptable active ingredient, such as a drug, to an animal or human subject. The edible soft chews contain only food grade or better inactive ingredients, and preferably do not contain ingredients of animal origin. Processes for manufacturing the edible soft chews do not require the use of heat or the addition of water during mixing of active and inactive ingredients, provide stable concentrations of the active ingredient, and produce chews of consistent weight and texture.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2012Date of Patent: August 20, 2013Assignee: Bayer B.V.Inventors: Neil E. Paulsen, Roland Johnson, Michael Coffee
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Patent number: 8501223Abstract: Dietary compositions and methods for reducing risk of developing hyperthyroidism in a feline are disclosed. The compositions and methods restrict the amount of selenium intake or restrict the amount of selenium and iodine intake in the feline.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2004Date of Patent: August 6, 2013Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Karen J. Wedekind, Claudia A. Kirk
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Patent number: 8501224Abstract: A composition comprising a physically discrete pet food oral intake composition coated with a physically stable film, the film comprising a component which is a) capable of carrying a beneficial agent to a site in the pet wherein the benefit agent is effective in producing a beneficial effect or b) capable of releasing the benefit agent into the mouth or alimentary canal with the benefit agent traveling to a site in the pet wherein the benefit agent is effective in producing a beneficial effect.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2008Date of Patent: August 6, 2013Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Dale Scott Scherl, Chadwick Everett Dodd, Fernando Qvyjt
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Patent number: 8501218Abstract: An edible chew pill jacket receives a pill/tablet or capsule that is to be administered to a pet, animal or human. The edible chew pill jacket includes a flexible top wall, side walls and bottom wall configured to form a chamber appointed to receive a pill. A flexible longitudinal slit is integrated within the top wall for providing access to the chamber for insertion of the pill within the edible chew pill jacket. The edible chew pill jacket is formulated with at least one flavoring to provide a tasty treat appointed to mask the pill's taste. The chew pill jacket substantially encapsulates the pill/tablet appointed to be orally ingested. The chew pill jacket may include medicament therein, nutrients, vitamins, or may simply be provided as a tasty treat to mask the taste of the pill.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2009Date of Patent: August 6, 2013Assignee: I Did It, IncInventor: Marni Markell Hurwitz
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Patent number: 8481073Abstract: Methods of preventing adhesion between issues are provided that utilizes in situ crosslinked biomaterials. The biomaterial contains at least the crosslinked product of two biocompatible, non-immunogenic components having reactive groups thereon, with the functional groups selected so as to enable inter-reaction between the components, i.e., crosslinking. Exemplary uses for the crosslinked compositions include preventing adhesions following surgery or injury, and preventing scar tissue formation.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2011Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: AngioDevice International GmbHInventors: George Y. Daniloff, Louis C. Sehl, Olof Mikael Trollsas, Jacqueline A. Schroeder, David M. Gravett, Philip M. Toleikis
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Patent number: 8475834Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2003Date of Patent: July 2, 2013Assignee: Nestec S.A.Inventors: Gerardo Perez-Camargo, Avinash Patil, Carolyn J Cupp, Armand Malnoe
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Patent number: 8465761Abstract: The present invention provides compositions comprising at least one acidifying agent, at least one immune stimulating agent, at least one antioxidant, and optionally, at least one tissue regeneration agent. The compositions comprise pre-mixes for inclusion in the diets of piglets, wherein the diets have low levels of fermentable carbohydrates.Type: GrantFiled: July 1, 2008Date of Patent: June 18, 2013Assignee: Novus International, Inc.Inventors: Felipe Navarro, Robert John Harrell, Bradley V. Lawrence, Randy L. Anderson
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Patent number: 8445041Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for improving the fat firmness and meat quality of a meat animal and/or altering the ratio of saturated fatty acids to unsaturated fatty acids in meat by administering to a meat animal (e.g., pig) a composition comprising an amount of dehydrated castor oil that is effective to improve the quality indices of the animal's meat.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2012Date of Patent: May 21, 2013Assignee: NPD Investments, Inc.Inventor: Patrick V. Bonsignore
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Patent number: 8388999Abstract: The invention provides compositions for preventing or treating inflammatory disease comprising one or more omega-3 fatty acids, one or more sulfur containing amino acids, and manganese and methods for preventing and treating inflammatory disease comprising administering such compositions to an animal susceptible to or suffering from inflammatory disease. In a preferred embodiment, the composition is admixed with one or more food ingredients to produce a food composition useful for preventing or treating inflammatory disease.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2010Date of Patent: March 5, 2013Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Kim Gene Friesen, Ryan Michael Yamka
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Patent number: 8388998Abstract: The invention provides compositions for preventing or treating inflammatory disease comprising one or more omega-3 fatty acids, one or more sulfur containing amino acids, and manganese and methods for preventing and treating inflammatory disease comprising administering such compositions to an animal susceptible to or suffering from inflammatory disease. In a preferred embodiment, the composition is admixed with one or more food ingredients to produce a food composition useful for preventing or treating inflammatory disease.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2006Date of Patent: March 5, 2013Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Kim Gene Friesen, Ryan Michael Yamka
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Patent number: 8377487Abstract: The invention refers to the use of a mixture of naringin, bitter orange extract and sepiolite to improve ruminal fermentation in ruminants.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2009Date of Patent: February 19, 2013Assignee: Exquim, S.A.Inventors: Maria del Mar Serra, Fernando Heredia, Francisco Javier Crespo, Joaquim Balcells
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Patent number: 8329209Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising a pharmaceutically active agent and a bioadhesive delivery system that provides for the oral delivery of a vaccine to animals, particularly aquatic animals.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2011Date of Patent: December 11, 2012Assignee: Advanced BioNutrition CorporationInventor: Moti Harel
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Patent number: 8329190Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for modulating the immune responses induced by Gram negative bacteria, potential pathogenic Gram positive bacteria and/or their derivatives, comprising lipoteichoic acid from lactic acid bacteria as an active ingredient. It also relates to the use of a lipoteichoic acid from lactic acid bacteria as an active ingredient and/or lactic acid bacteria producing it and/or its supernatant of culture, in the manufacture of a medicament, an oral or topical product for cosmetic, dermatological or ophtalmological applications, a food or petfood composition for modulating bacterial colonization, immune responses and decreasing the inflammatory processes associated with bacterially-mediated disease and infection in the gastrointestinal tract, bone, skin, eye, ear, lung and oral cavity. The invention also relates to lipoteichoic acid selected thereof.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2008Date of Patent: December 11, 2012Assignees: Societe des Produits Nestle S.A., Nestec S.A.Inventors: Karine Vidal, Anne Donnet-Hughes, Dominique-Anne Granato, Irene Corthesy-Theulaz
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Publication number: 20120301534Abstract: The present invention provides a method for lowering the feed conversion rate in a vertebrate comprising inhibiting the function of secreted protein acidic and rich in cysteine (SPARC), wherein the feed conversion rate is defined as the mass of the feed eaten divided by the body mass gain.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2011Publication date: November 29, 2012Applicant: NATIONAL CHENG KUNG UNIVERSITYInventors: TZONG-YUEH CHEN, YI-LING HUANG
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Patent number: 8318196Abstract: The invention relates to aqueous formulations comprising alkoxylated castor oils with 15-25 ethyleneoxy units and a vitamin, preferably a fat-soluble vitamin, as well as to the use of such formulations in the process to administer the vitamin to an animal, or to make personal care formulations comprising the vitamin.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2007Date of Patent: November 27, 2012Assignee: Akzo Nobel N.V.Inventor: Inger Olausson
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Publication number: 20120288552Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising a pharmaceutically active agent and a bioadhesive delivery system that provides for the oral delivery of a vaccine to animals, particularly aquatic animals.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2012Publication date: November 15, 2012Inventors: MOTI HAREL, BRIAN CARPENTER
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Patent number: 8303979Abstract: The invention relates to products and methods for increasing the productivity in farming by improving the fertility of healthy farming mammals. More in particular, the invention relates to products and methods for improving the fertility of animals by reducing placental insufficiency. According to the invention, this is obtained by providing a product which is enriched in L-arginine. The arginine products of the invention may be applied to improve fertility, which may be used in improving the yield in viable offspring of an animal livestock.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2004Date of Patent: November 6, 2012Assignee: Nutreco Nederland B.V.Inventor: Tette van der Lende
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Patent number: 8293266Abstract: Disclosed is the continuous supplementation of poultry feeding stuffs with paromomycin and the resulting effects of prophylaxis against histomoniasis, ensuing decrease of mortality and the reduction of horizontal spreading of the disease. Also observed are improved zoo-technical performances, increase in weight gain and feed efficiency, both in healthy as well as diseased birds.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2008Date of Patent: October 23, 2012Assignee: Huvepharma ADInventor: Koen Luc De Gussem
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Patent number: 8277801Abstract: A delivery system for various functional compounds is disclosed. The delivery system incorporates a composition containing alumina. Various functional materials containing particular moieties may be adsorbed onto the alumina and used as desired. The functional compounds can be, for instance, pharmaceuticals, xenobiotics, anti-microbial agents, anti-viral agents, UV absorbers, odor control agents, fragrances, and the like. In one particular embodiment, for instance, certain dyes can be adsorbed onto the alumina surfaces. Once the dye is adsorbed onto the alumina surface, the resulting particles can be combined with a liquid vehicle for use in any suitable printing process.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2010Date of Patent: October 2, 2012Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Jason Lye, John Gavin MacDonald
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Patent number: 8263147Abstract: Disclosed is a method of reducing the risk or severity of retinopathy of prematurity in preterm infants. The method comprises (a) measuring skin carotenoid levels in preterm infants, preferably by Raman Spectroscopy, and then (b) administering supplemental carotenoids to those infants in need thereof, wherein the supplemental carotenoids comprise lutein, lycopene, beta-carotene, and zeaxanthin. The supplemental carotenoids may be provided by an infant formula comprising, on a ready-to-feed basis, from about 100 to about 2000 mcg/liter of total carotenoids, wherein the total carotenoids include at least about 50 mcg/liter of lutein. The formulas may further comprise docosahexaenoic acid.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2011Date of Patent: September 11, 2012Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Bridget Barrett-Reis, Pamela T. Price, Amy Mackey
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Patent number: 8263113Abstract: A composition comprising a physically discrete pet food oral intake composition coated with a physically stable film, the film comprising a component which is a) capable of carrying a beneficial agent to a site in the pet wherein the benefit agent is effective in producing a beneficial effect or b) capable of releasing the benefit agent into the mouth or alimentary canal with the benefit agent traveling to a site in the pet wherein the benefit agent is effective in producing a beneficial effect.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2008Date of Patent: September 11, 2012Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Dale Scott Scherl, Chadwick Everett Dodd, Fernando Qvyjt
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Patent number: 8252314Abstract: This invention is directed generally to compositions (including foods, supplements, treats, toys, etc.) for animal (including pet) consumption, and particularly hypoallergenic compositions, and more particularly semi-solid hypoallergenic compositions and hypoallergenic compositions that comprise a hydrolysate. This invention also is directed generally to methods for using such compositions. This invention is further directed generally to processes for making such compositions.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2004Date of Patent: August 28, 2012Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Mark Dierking, Dennis Jewell, Luis Montelongo, Fernando Qvyjt, Naina Shah, Timothy Vande Giessen
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Patent number: 8252315Abstract: This invention is directed generally to compositions (including foods, supplements, treats, toys, etc.) for animal (including pet) consumption, and particularly hypoallergenic compositions, and more particularly semi-solid hypoallergenic compositions and hypoallergenic compositions that comprise a hydrolysate. This invention also is directed generally to methods for using such compositions. This invention is further directed generally to processes for making such compositions.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2008Date of Patent: August 28, 2012Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Mark Dierking, Dennis Edward Jewell, Luis Jose Montelongo, Fernando Qvyjt, Naina Kiran Shah, Timothy Glen Vande Giessen
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Patent number: 8252313Abstract: Dietary compositions and methods for restoring normal thyroid function in a feline having hyperthyroidism to a more nearly normal state are disclosed. The compositions and methods restrict the amount of iodine intake in the feline.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2004Date of Patent: August 28, 2012Assignee: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Karen Wedekind, Claudia Kirk, Raymond Nachreiner, Timothy VandeGiessen, Kim Gene Friesen
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Patent number: 8231910Abstract: A method of preparing a trace element solution includes the steps of providing at least one EDTA-complex, providing a sodium selenite solution, and combining the EDTA-complex(es) and the sodium selenite solution to form a trace element solution. An EDTA complex is prepared by using disodium EDTA or EDTA acid, selenium, and any other suitable mineral.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 2003Date of Patent: July 31, 2012Assignee: Warburton Trading LimitedInventors: Robert Naylor Laurie, Lambertus Petrus Vosloo
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Patent number: 8226973Abstract: Edible compositions useful for weight management in male animals are disclosed. The compositions comprise one or more isoflavones or isoflavone metabolites and are particularly useful for reducing or preventing the accumulation of body fat. Also disclosed are methods useful for weight management in an animal utilizing compositions comprising one or more isoflavones. The compositions and methods are particularly useful for the reduction or prevention of body fat accumulation during periods of excess caloric intake, and preferably have a sparing effect on lean body mass.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2006Date of Patent: July 24, 2012Assignee: Nestec, S. A.Inventor: Yuanlong Pan
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Patent number: 8221727Abstract: A comestible, water-based composition containing natural ingredients provides an effective amount of at least one active ingredient selected to reduce the proliferation of bacteria in the mouth of animals to treat and improve the dental health of animals. The composition can be administered to animals in the form of their daily intake of water and may be especially packaged for ready use and consumption by animals in pre-packaged and portable doses. Compositions containing natural ingredients and formulated as toothpastes for animal dental care are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2008Date of Patent: July 17, 2012Assignee: HealthyMouth, LLCInventor: Karen Albert
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Patent number: 8211461Abstract: The invention features compositions for administration of an oxidatively transformed carotenoid or a component thereof and methods of promoting weight gain and feed conversion efficiency therewith.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2005Date of Patent: July 3, 2012Assignee: Chemaphor Inc.Inventors: Graham William Burton, Janusz Daroszewski
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Patent number: 8198067Abstract: A microbial biomass, made from algae, bacteria, fungi, yeast, or combinations thereof, provides a feed for animals raised either in agriculture or aquaculture. A feed additive, and a therapeutic composition can also be made from a microbial biomass of algae, bacteria, fungi, yeast, or combinations thereof. The feed, feed additive, and therapeutic composition can comprise one or more proteins, peptides, antibodies, antibody fragments, or a combination thereof, wherein said proteins, peptides, antibodies, antibody fragments, or a combination thereof are non-native to the microbes of the biomass. The biomass can have therapeutic, bioactive, nutritional, and/or immunogenic properties.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2006Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Assignee: Advanced Bionutrtion CorporationInventor: David J. Kyle
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Patent number: 8197863Abstract: A method of using hop acids for increasing food and energy uptake from feed by livestock is described which includes delivering the hop acids for oral ingestion to the animals by mixing the acids with livestock feed. The acids are mixed with the feed in an amount to inhibit certain types of undesirable bacteria in the livestock's digestive system, thereby increasing the production of propionate and lactate and decreasing the production of methane gas.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2010Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Assignee: John I. Haas, Inc.Inventor: John Paul Maye
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Patent number: 8197842Abstract: A novel dietary supplement and methods for the manufacture of the same are disclosed for feeding to equines and other animals. The dietary supplement of the present invention is beneficial to the health of equines and other animals. The dietary supplement of the present invention consists of safe and natural ingredients rather than drugs, and is orally administrable. The ingredients of the dietary supplement make the dietary supplement of the present invention highly beneficial to the health of equines and other animals.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2010Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Assignee: Freedom Health, LLCInventors: Peter M. J. Bedding, Franklin L. Pellegrini
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Patent number: 8142810Abstract: The invention provides a method for treating abnormal glucose metabolism and insulin resistance in an animal by feeding a diet comprising high protein and moderate amounts of carbohydrate and fat. The invention also provides a method for treating conditions associated with insulin resistance or decreased longevity by feeding an animal such diets.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2003Date of Patent: March 27, 2012Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Gregory Dean Sunvold, Michael Anthony Ceddia, Jacqueline Sinclair Rand
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Patent number: RE43582Abstract: The subject invention is a carrier or product formed of a matrix having starch, sugar, fat, polyhydric alcohol and water in suitable ratios such that there exists a water activity of 0.6-0.75. The water activity of the product matrix may be adjusted up or down so that the availability of water in the finished product is not detrimental to the included active ingredient, be it pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or a vitamin mineral complex.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2009Date of Patent: August 14, 2012Assignee: EZ-Med Holdings, Inc.Inventor: Edwin H. Christensen