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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7749552 | Extruded, highly cooked, non-sticky starch products Improved extruded starch-bearing grain products (e.g., corn and wheat) are provided having relatively high cook values and low cold water viscosities. The products are prepared by initial preconditioning to partially cook the starting material(s), followed by low sh... | 07/06/2010 |
| 7360504 | Radiopaque animal chew An animal chew toy comprising a radiopaque polymer. The radiopaque polymer may comprise a polymer that is inherently radiopaque or a polymer that has been made radiopaque by the addition of an additive that provides radiopaque characteristics. The radiopaque polymer... | 04/22/2008 |
| 7354906 | Composition of anti-HIV drugs and anti-cortisol compounds and method for decreasing the side effects of anti-HIV drugs in a human The present invention is based, in part, upon the discovery that the use of an anti-HIV drug in combination with at least one cortisol blocker such as procaine, reduces the side effects associated with anti-HIV drugs. The invention also relates to a method of treati... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7332188 | Animal chew containing fermented soyfood The present invention relates to an enriched animal chew toy comprising a resin a fermented soy nutraceutical. Optionally the nutraceutical may contain enzymes or coenzymes. Also, the enriched animal chew toy may be formed by mixing a resin with the fermented soy nu... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7320876 | Phytase-containing animal food and method A method is described for improving the nutritional value of a foodstuff comprising a source of myo-inositol hexakisphosphate by feeding the foodstuff in combination with a phytase expressed in yeast. The method comprises the step of feeding the animal the foodstuff... | 01/22/2008 |
| 7288275 | Apparatus and process for forming pet treats An animal chew is provided formed by rolling a mixture of binder and base material into a sheet. Base material, such as an edible material, including but not limited to starch, protein matter, vegetable or plant matter, is mixed with a binder. The mixture is then su... | 10/30/2007 |
| 7258879 | Food product and process for manufacturing same This invention is concerned with packaged food products which contain specific combinations of functional additives aimed at addressing specific health indicators, in particular flatulence, gastro-intestinal health, stress and immune system responsiveness, in pet an... | 08/21/2007 |
| 7255890 | Continuous direct enzymatic protein solubilization process for industrial wastes Continuous direct enzymatic protein solubilization process for industrial wastes. The present invention involves a sequential enzymatic process which enables solubilizing proteins that are present in determined industrial wastes, permitting the use of by-products. T... | 08/14/2007 |
| 7229558 | Chromatographic separation method A method for fractionating a solution into two or more fractions. More particularly the invention relates to a method for fractionating a solution by a chromatographic simulated moving bed (SMB) process in which the dissolved substances present in the feedstock are ... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7223436 | Animal feed, method for preparing animal feed, and method for feeding an animal Disclosed is an animal feed. The animal feed includes fat, preferably vegetable oil; a solid nutritive source; such as a whole seed or grain or a fraction thereof; and a binder, the binder comprising hemicellulose. Also disclosed are methods for preparing an animal ... | 05/29/2007 |
| 7223437 | Pressure molded proteinaceous wafers, ingredient inclusions, cookies, and waffle food products; pressure molding process method, mass balanced and viscosity specific batter for the manufacture of these food products, and final proteinaceous food products derived ut Novel, edible, pressure molded proteinaceous wafer, waffle, inclusion ingredient, and cookie food products are derived utilizing an engineered batter formulation of proteinaceous materials, water, oils/fats, flavors, and select percentages of carbohydrates. The batt... | 05/29/2007 |
| 7214396 | Confectionery product containing functional ingredients and method of making and using The invention relates to a confectionery product that includes at least one functional ingredient that has a casing and a filling enclosed within the casing. The filling includes at least one confectionery material having properties that confer to the filling a perc... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7214370 | Prebiotic and preservative uses of oil-emulsified probiotic encapsulations Probiotic compositions derived from Lactobacillus casei ATCC number PTA 3945 are disclosed. More specifically, probiotic compositions containing prebiotic compositions including edible oils are provided. The probiotic/prebiotic compositions disclosed herein a... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7152818 | Uses of white corn hybrids The present invention provides hybrid white corn that produces grain with novel compositional characteristics, such as, higher endosperm protein concentration and low levels of carotenoids. The compositional changes facilitate the use of an improved process for wet ... | 12/26/2006 |
| 7147888 | Emulsion impregnated rawhide chews A wide range of aqueous based soaking operations can be employed to impregnate substantially throughout various rawhide pet chews; suitable substances for release into the oral cavity of pets during chewing include emulsions, surfactants, conditioners, flavorants an... | 12/12/2006 |
| 7125574 | Dental diet for reducing tartar A dried pet food which is able to mechanically clean the teeth of pets when chewed. The pet food is based on a matrix of a protein source and a carbohydrate source. The density of the product is less than 20.5 lbs./ft3. The product also has a large size a... | 10/24/2006 |
| 7098298 | Method for producing polyhydroxyalkanoate crystal The present invention provides a method for conveniently obtaining a biodegradable polyhydroxyalkanoate by a solvent extraction method. A method for producing a polyhydroxyalkanoate crystal comprises precipitating a polyhydroxyalkanoate crystal using a monohydric al... | 08/29/2006 |
| 7087260 | Animal chew toy with flossing ribs/projections An edible animal chew toy which provides a dental benefit when chewed. The chewing action of the animal causes ribs and/or protrusions on the chew toy, in close proximity to the area being chewed, to floss the sides of the animal's teeth and gums. ... | 08/08/2006 |
| 7008663 | Feedstuff composition for replacing antibiotics The present invention an antibiotic-free fodder composition for domestic animals. According to the present invention, by adding germanium biotite instead of antibiotic to assorted fodder commonly used in the livestock industry, it is possible to produce domestic ani... | 03/07/2006 |
| 6965005 | Mold inhibitor integrated within a matrix and method of making same The invention provides a composition useful in the construction industry for the prevention or remediation of mold growth in a man made structure. The composition contains an extruded milo matrix incorporating terpenes, phytoalexins, calcium propionate or combinatio... | 11/15/2005 |
| 6955831 | Protein and lipid sources for use in aquafeeds and animal feeds and a process for their preparation A process for preparation of nutritionally upgraded oilseed meals which are protein and lipid-rich and have a reduced fiber content, and plant oils from oilseeds for use in fish or other non-human animal diets or human foods comprising the steps of: providing a sour... | 10/18/2005 |
| 6939937 | Mold inhibitor integrated within a matrix and method of making same A mold inhibitor integrated within a matrix and a method of making the same are disclosed. The matrix is preferably made of a processed sorghum grain, and preferably from hybrids of Milo. The grain is subjected to decortication and extrusion. Agents are added to the... | 09/06/2005 |
| 6935584 | Uses of white corn hybrids The present invention provides hybrid white corn that produces grain with novel compositional characteristics, such as, higher endosperm protein concentration and low levels of carotenoids. The compositional changes facilitate the use of an improved process for wet ... | 08/30/2005 |
| 6926917 | Dry pet food with increased palatability and method of production An increased palatability dry pet food product is provided having residual α-amylase activity, a moisture content of 5 to 12%, and an Instron value of between 9.5 and 17.5 foot lbs. A method of producing the dry pet food product is also provided. ... | 08/09/2005 |
| 6916497 | Health chew toy A vitamin and/or mineral and/or herbal enriched molded animal chew toy. The vitamins, minerals and/or herbal additives are incorporated into the molded chew toy under conditions that minimize thermal degradation of such additives. Suitable resins include starch, cas... | 07/12/2005 |
| 6896924 | Two-texture pet food product A nutritionally complete, shelf stable pet food product and process of manufacture includes two different textures which has a meaty outer component and a inner bone-like component. ... | 05/24/2005 |
| 6841178 | Dental care pet food A dried pet food which is able to mechanically clean the teeth of pets when chewed. The dried pet food is based on a matrix of a denatured protein source and a gelatinized carbohydrate source. Insoluble fiber is bound within the matrix. Further, a humectant is inclu... | 01/11/2005 |
| 6835400 | Process for improving glucose and insulin metabolism in pet animals with a food composition A composition and process of using it are provided to improve glucose and insulin metabolism in pet animals by controlling the postprandial glycemic and/or insulin response in those animals. The composition includes a source of protein, a source of fat, and a source... | 12/28/2004 |
| 6830771 | Fiber-containing animal feed gel A firm, flexible feed gel that provides animals, especially non-human primates such as orangutans, with fiber. The gel comprises a gelling agent, added-fiber, and water. While nutritional foods consumed by animals, both natural and manufactured, can contain certain ... | 12/14/2004 |
| 6827957 | Multicomponent per food or animal food A dual texture pet or animal food product having inner and outer components. The soft inner component contains a mixture of lipid and solid ingredients and has a water activity, aw, less than about 0.65 and a total moisture content less than about 15 wt %... | 12/07/2004 |
| 6821534 | Method of diagnosing and treatment of a pet with food allergies A composition comprising partially hydrolyzed proteins for use as a hypoallergenic pet food, and a process for producing it. ... | 11/23/2004 |
| 6814991 | Packaging container, packaged food and packaged feed Packaging container, packaged food and packaged feed, with the packaging container being produced by: preparing a hole-sealing sheet by providing, on a back surface of a base material whose bending strength (S) represented by the following formula (A) is no less tha... | 11/09/2004 |
| 6805897 | Feed supplement for livestock A feed supplement for livestock includes, in a feed supplement combination, a quantity of waste product material selected from the group comprising dissolved air floatation product (DAF) and paunch manure and a quantity of an inert dry medium which will not chemical... | 10/19/2004 |
| 6797291 | Stable hygroscopic compositions and methods for stabilizing hygroscopic ingredients The present invention provides methods and compositions for providing controlled protection for hygroscopic ingredients that will be exposed to moist or humid environments for significant periods of time by encapsulating the hygroscopic ingredients with a controlled... | 09/28/2004 |
| 6793947 | Feed supplement and methods of making thereof Improved compositions and processes for making a livestock feed supplement including compressing a mixture of materials that has wet cake into a feedblock for a livestock animal. Advantages of the compositions and processes are an increase in efficiency and a saving... | 09/21/2004 |
| 6783777 | Method of feeding swine A method of feeding young, weaned swine, that includes applying a liquid digest onto a feed substance to form a feed material, the liquid digest including an enzymatically-processed material, and providing the feed material to the young, weaned swine. ... | 08/31/2004 |
| 6783792 | Method of making hypoallergenic pet food A composition comprising partially hydrolyzed proteins for use as a hypoallergenic pet food, and a process for producing it. ... | 08/31/2004 |
| 6777019 | Method for preparing a livestock feed supplement block A livestock feed supplement block including a molded base and a livestock feed supplement composition compressed into and extending upwardly from the base. The molded base includes a generally cylindrical wall having a radially inwardly extending annular shelf, and ... | 08/17/2004 |
| 6777396 | Feed for livestock A composition for livestock feed, comprising a feed for livestock and at least two additives selected from the group consisting of nucleic acid, glutamine and glutamic acid; and a method for increasing body weight gain efficiency and feed efficiency in livestock, co... | 08/17/2004 |
| 6746698 | Animal feed, method for preparing animal feed, and method for feeding an animal Disclosed is an animal feed. The animal feed includes fat, preferably vegetable oil; a solid nutritive source; such as a whole seed or grain or a fraction thereof; and a binder, the binder comprising hemicellulose. Also disclosed are methods for preparing an animal ... | 06/08/2004 |
