Methods using morphometric measurements of small dog to improve food for small dog

Abstract

Methods for preparing dog food compositions formulated for small dogs with certain body conformation types comprise categorizing a small dog for which the food composition is intended. Preferably thesmall dog is categorized as a robust or athletic body conformation type. The methods further comprise formulating a dog food composition to contain feed ingredients and amounts thereof based on the categorizing of the small dog. The protein and fat content of the food composition can be adjusted based upon the robust or athletic category for a particular dog or dog type. The categorizing uses a modified body mass index, namely body weight / [(height - height of the sternum to the floor) * body length]. In some embodiments, the categorizing can use skin fold measurements.

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[0001] Cross References to Related Applications [0002] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 203710, filed August 11, 2015, and U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 242107, filed October 15, 2015, the disclosures of which are Incorporated herein by reference. Background technique [0003] The present disclosure generally relates to methods of making dog food compositions. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to methods of preparing dog food compositions formulated based on morphometric measurements of small dogs that will consume the food compositions. [0004] Foods suitable for the age or size of the dog are available commercially. For example, dog foods intended for puppies, adults and senior dogs are well known and available at most retail locations where dog food is sold. Similarly, dog foods intended for overweight dogs or dogs with specific conditions or diseases are known. [0005] US Patent No. 6,156,355 discloses a ...

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[0007] Choosing a specific food for an individual dog or class of dogs can often be confusing

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