A dual-compartment isolated, ready-to-mix pet honey beverage and a twist-and-tear-and-shake method of use thereof

Abstract

This invention discloses a dual-compartment, ready-to-use pet honey beverage and its simple twist-tear-shake application method, relating to the field of pet nutritional supplement production technology. The beverage comprises: 35%-45% pet-specific honey powder, 8%-12% mild intestinal conditioning ingredients, 7%-11% palatability-inducing ingredients, 3%-7% polyglycerol fatty acid esters, and 25%-35% carrier. This invention improves the long-term stability of the active ingredients in honey through dual-compartment isolation, nitrogen-filled light protection, and low-temperature drying for synergistic preservation, extending the product's shelf life without the need for refrigeration and reducing storage and transportation costs. The triple intestinal protection system—combining low-concentration pet-specific honey powder, mild intestinal conditioning ingredients, and a neutral pure base liquid—enhances the product's gentleness, reduces intestinal burden, and lowers the incidence of intestinal sensitivity. The simple twist-tear-shake application method improves the honey powder's solubility and emulsification uniformity, solving the problems of clumping and cumbersome operation.

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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of pet nutritional supplement production technology, specifically to a dual-compartment, ready-to-use pet honey beverage and its method of use: twist, tear, and shake. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, pet honey nutritional supplements are mainly divided into two categories: liquid ready-to-drink and solid honey powder / paste. Both have significant technical defects. Liquid ready-to-drink pet honey drinks contain active honey components such as glucose oxidase and flavonoids, which are volatile, easily oxidized, and easily fermented. They have a short shelf life, require light protection and low temperature for transportation and storage, and are prone to microbial growth and spoilage after opening. Furthermore, the high honey concentration can easily increase the burden on the pet's intestines, leading to soft stools and diarrhea. Solid honey powder and honey paste dissolve slowly, are prone to clumping, produce a lot of dust, are cumbersome to handle, and are difficult to control precisely in dosage. Some honey pastes are viscous, making them difficult for pets to eat, resulting in inconsistent palatability. Moreover, they are prone to absorbing moisture and clumping when stored for a long time, leading to a significant loss of active ingredients. While existing technologies disclose individual technologies such as pet beverage emulsifiers, honey-based ingredients, palatability components, and dual-compartment packaging structures, none of them form a synergistic system of packaging structure, pet-specific honey formula, and ready-to-use methods. They cannot simultaneously address the core pain points of honey activity preservation, gentle gut protection, rapid emulsification, convenient feeding, and poor palatability. They are insufficient to meet the daily nutritional supplementation and intestinal conditioning needs of pets, and are also unsuitable for various feeding scenarios such as home and outings. Therefore, the present invention provides a dual-compartment, ready-to-use pet honey beverage and its method of use by twisting, tearing, and shaking, to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, a dual-compartment, ready-to-use pet honey beverage and its one-twist-one-tear-one-shake usage method are provided. This technical solution solves the above-mentioned problems.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is as follows: A dual-compartment, ready-to-use pet honey drink and its method of use (twist, tear, shake) includes: Double-compartment packaging, high-activity pet-specific honey powder and pure base liquid; The dual-compartment packaging consists of an upper powder compartment and a lower liquid compartment, with an easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm in the middle. The powder compartment is integrated into the bottle cap and features an opaque, nitrogen-filled, and sealed design. The liquid compartment is made of PET material. The highly active pet-specific honey powder is placed in the powder compartment and, by weight percentage, comprises 35%-45% pet-specific honey powder, 8%-12% mild intestinal conditioning ingredients, 7%-11% palatability-enhancing ingredients, 3%-7% polyglycerol fatty acid esters, and 25%-35% carrier. The pure base liquid is placed in the liquid compartment and is 100% RO reverse osmosis purified water with a conductivity ≤10μS / cm and a pH value of 6.5-7.5. The powder compartment and the liquid compartment can be connected by rotating the bottle cap to pierce the easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm. After the powder and base liquid are mixed, a uniform emulsion is formed, which can be prepared and consumed immediately.

[0005] Preferably, the pet-specific honey powder is made from natural acacia honey through low-temperature spray drying, with a spray drying temperature of ≤60℃ and a moisture content of ≤5%. It retains the active ingredients such as glucose oxidase and flavonoids in the honey, with an active ingredient retention rate of ≥95%. It is suitable for the intestinal tolerance of pets and is different from the high-concentration formula of honey for human consumption.

[0006] Preferably, the mild intestinal conditioning ingredients include 3%-5% xylooligosaccharides, 3%-4% inulin, and 2%-3% yam powder, which are used to mildly condition the pet's intestines, relieve intestinal sensitivity, and reduce the burden of honey on the intestines; The palatability-enhancing ingredients include 5%-7% hydrolyzed protein and 2%-4% taurine. The hydrolyzed protein is either chicken hydrolyzed protein or tuna hydrolyzed protein, which is used to improve the palatability of the product and stimulate pets' willingness to eat.

[0007] Preferably, the polyglycerol fatty acid ester has an HLB value of 10-12 and is added to pet-specific honey powder to achieve instant emulsification and rapid dissolution of the powder under low shear force hand-cranking conditions, without clumping or sticking to the wall, and without damaging the active ingredients of the honey.

[0008] Preferably, the carrier is a mixture of maltodextrin and corn starch in a weight ratio of 1:1, which is used to improve the fluidity and stability of honey powder, prevent clumping and deterioration, and assist the instant emulsifier in its function.

[0009] Preferably, the pure base liquid undergoes multiple filtration processes to remove metal ions, impurities, and microorganisms from the water, including quartz sand filtration, activated carbon filtration, RO reverse osmosis filtration, and ultraviolet sterilization. No preservatives, flavorings, or sweeteners are added to avoid reactions with honey components and prevent fermentation and spoilage.

[0010] Preferably, the liquid compartment of the dual-compartment packaging has a volume of 100ml-150ml, and the powder compartment contains 4g-6g of highly active pet-specific honey powder, which is fed in a single bottle at a time to avoid overfeeding.

[0011] Preferably, the preparation steps include: S1: Preparation of pet-specific honey powder: Select natural acacia honey, remove impurities, place it in a low-temperature spray dryer, control the spray drying temperature at 50℃-60℃, the feeding speed at 10ml / min-15ml / min, and the outlet temperature at 35℃-40℃, and obtain honey powder after drying. The moisture content is tested to be ≤5%, the active ingredient retention rate is ≥95%, and the powder is pulverized to 100-120 mesh and sieved for later use. S2: Raw material pretreatment: The mild intestinal conditioning ingredients, palatability inducing ingredients and carriers are pulverized to 100-120 mesh and sieved to remove impurities. All pretreatment processes are carried out in a low-temperature and dry environment with a temperature of 15℃-25℃ and a humidity of ≤40%. S3: Emulsification premix: Pulverize polyglycerol fatty acid ester to 120 mesh and pass through a sieve. First, put the pretreated mild intestinal conditioning ingredients, palatability inducing ingredients, and carrier into a mixer and mix at low speed for 15-20 minutes. Then, add polyglycerol fatty acid ester and mix at high speed for 10-15 minutes. Finally, add pet-specific honey powder and mix at low speed for 5-10 minutes in a low-temperature dry environment with a temperature of 15℃-20℃ and a humidity of ≤35% to obtain highly active pet-specific honey powder. S4: Powder packaging: High-activity pet-specific honey powder is filled with nitrogen and sealed into the powder compartment of the double-compartment packaging. After sealing, it is wrapped with opaque aluminum foil and tested for airtightness with no leakage. S5: Base liquid preparation: Tap water is filtered multiple times and sterilized with ultraviolet light using RO reverse osmosis equipment. The conductivity is tested to be ≤10μS / cm and the pH value is 6.5-7.5. After meeting the standards, it is filled into the liquid tank and sealed. S6: Assembly and Inspection: Connect the powder container containing the honey powder to the liquid container containing the pure base liquid via threads, place an easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm in the middle, tighten the cap, and then test the diaphragm's sealing performance and the overall airtightness. Once qualified, the product is put into storage.

[0012] Preferably, in step S1, the retention rate of active ingredients in the honey powder after low-temperature spray drying is ≥95%; in step S3, the temperature is controlled at ≤25℃ throughout the mixing process to avoid high temperature damaging the stability of the ingredients; and in step S5, the total number of microbial colonies detected after the base liquid is prepared is ≤10cfu / ml.

[0013] A method for using a dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey drink with a simple twist, tear, and shake: (1) Twist: Hold the bottle body and rotate the cap clockwise to make the powder compartment inside the cap move downward through the screw drive; (2) One tear: Relying on the mechanical pressure generated by the downward movement of the powder chamber, the easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm in the middle is broken, so that the powder chamber and the liquid chamber are connected; (3) Shake: Hold the bottle and shake it up and down for 3-5 seconds to fully mix the high-activity pet-specific honey powder with the pure base liquid to form a uniform emulsion. Feed the pet within 1 hour. Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at 5℃-35℃ with humidity ≤40%. Avoid direct sunlight and high temperature and humidity environments. Unused powder containers should be sealed and used within 24 hours. Do not feed more than 2 bottles per day and avoid long-term overfeeding.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: This invention utilizes a dual-compartment isolation system, nitrogen-filled light-proofing, and low-temperature drying to ensure the long-term stability of honey's active ingredients. The active ingredient retention rate is ≥95% after 18 months of storage at room temperature, significantly extending the shelf life. It eliminates the need for refrigeration, greatly reducing storage and transportation costs and solving the pain points of rapid loss of active ingredients and short shelf life in traditional honey-based pet products. This invention uses a pet-specific low-concentration honey powder plus gentle intestinal conditioning ingredients, a triple intestinal protection system of xylooligosaccharides, inulin, and yam powder plus neutral pure base liquid, which effectively reduces the burden of honey on the pet's intestines, gently regulates the intestinal flora, and pets do not experience adverse reactions such as soft stools or diarrhea after long-term consumption. The incidence of intestinal sensitivity is reduced by more than 85%, making it suitable for pets with sensitive intestines. This invention utilizes a special fast-dissolving emulsifier with an HLB value of 10-12 and a precise premixing process, combined with a simple twist-tear-shake application method, to achieve instant dissolution and uniform emulsification in 3-5 seconds, without clumping, layering, or residue. This solves the problems of traditional solid honey powder, such as difficulty in dissolving, high dust levels, and cumbersome operation, while also avoiding the problem of easy fermentation and spoilage in liquid honey beverages. This invention uses a hydrolyzed protein and taurine compound palatability system, combined with the natural flavor of natural acacia honey, with a pet consumption rate of ≥97%, fundamentally solving the problems of poor palatability and high pet refusal rate of honey products, and is suitable for dogs and cats of different breeds and sizes. This invention enables single-quantity feeding through a dual-compartment packaging design, containing 4g-6g of honey powder and 100ml-150ml of base liquid. The extremely simple operation of twisting, tearing, and shaking requires no tools or measuring, ensuring hygiene and no leakage. It is convenient for daily family feeding and suitable for carrying when going out, greatly improving user convenience and feeding safety. All raw materials in this invention are pet-safe components, with no added preservatives, flavorings, or sweeteners. It eliminates toxic and harmful substances, is suitable for both dogs and cats, and has high safety. It also has the triple functions of nutritional supplementation, intestinal conditioning, and palatability enhancement. The active ingredients in honey can enhance pets' immunity, with significant synergistic effects. The production process requires no complex equipment and can be completed through basic steps such as raw material pretreatment, emulsification and premixing, powder packaging, base liquid preparation, filling and assembly. Key parameters are easy to control and the operation threshold is low. No additional preservatives, foaming agents and other additives are required, which reduces raw material costs by 15%-20% and reduces subsequent environmental treatment costs, giving it significant economic advantages and making it suitable for large-scale mass production. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating the preparation steps of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0016] The following description is intended to disclose the invention and enable those skilled in the art to implement it. The preferred embodiments described below are merely examples, and other obvious variations will occur to those skilled in the art.

[0017] Reference Figure 1 As shown, a dual-compartment, ready-to-use pet honey drink and its method of use (twist, tear, shake) include: Example 1: (Optimal Formula Dual-Compartment Instant Pet Honey Drink) Ingredient composition (based on a total mass of 100 parts, honey powder component) 40 parts pet-specific honey powder, 4 parts xylooligosaccharide, 3.5 parts inulin, 2.5 parts yam powder, 6 parts hydrolyzed chicken protein, 3 parts taurine, 5 parts polyglycerol fatty acid ester (HLB=11), 17.5 parts maltodextrin, and 17.5 parts corn starch. Pure base solution: 100% RO reverse osmosis pure water, conductivity ≤10μS / cm, pH value=7.0; Dual-compartment packaging: PET liquid compartment (120ml capacity), bottle cap integrated powder compartment (5g capacity), and easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm (0.08mm thickness).

[0018] Preparation steps: S1: Preparation of pet-specific honey powder: Select natural acacia honey, remove impurities, place it in a low-temperature spray dryer, control the spray drying temperature at 55℃, the feeding speed at 12ml / min, and the outlet temperature at 38℃. After drying, honey powder is obtained. The moisture content is tested to be 4.3%≤5% and the active ingredient retention rate is 96%≥95%. The powder is then pulverized to 110 mesh and sieved for later use. S2: Raw material pretreatment: Xylooligosaccharides, inulin, yam powder, hydrolyzed chicken protein, taurine, maltodextrin, and corn starch were separately fed into an FS-80 universal pulverizer and pulverized. After pulverization, the mixture was sieved through a 110-mesh vibrating screen (vibration frequency 32Hz). The screen was cleaned every 15 minutes. After sieving, 99% of the particles had a diameter ≤100μm. All pretreatment processes were carried out in a low-temperature drying environment at 20℃ and 35% humidity. The moisture content of each raw material was measured by a Karl Fischer moisture analyzer and found to be ≤3.0%. The raw materials were then ready for immediate use. S3: Emulsification Premix: Pulverize polyglycerol fatty acid esters through a 120-mesh sieve, add them to the above mixture, and put them into a planetary mixer (350 rpm). Mix at high speed for 12 minutes at 20°C and 32% humidity. Then add pet-specific honey powder, adjust the speed to 150 rpm, and continue mixing for 8 minutes to obtain highly active pet-specific honey powder (no lumps, no layering, uniformity ≥98%). S4: Powder packaging: The prepared honey powder is packaged in 5g portions and filled into the powder hopper using a nitrogen-filled sealing machine (nitrogen purity ≥99.9%). After sealing, it is wrapped with opaque aluminum foil, stored away from light, and the airtightness is tested to ensure no leakage. S5: Base liquid preparation: Tap water is sequentially filtered through quartz sand (pore size 5μm), activated carbon (adsorption time 30 minutes), RO reverse osmosis (conductivity ≤10μS / cm), and ultraviolet sterilization (power 80W, sterilization time 15 minutes) to obtain RO reverse osmosis purified water; after testing that the conductivity is ≤10μS / cm and the pH value is 7.0, and meeting the standards, it is filled into PET liquid tanks at 120ml / bottle using an automatic filling machine, with a filling accuracy of ±1ml, and no leakage is detected after sealing; S6: Assembly and Inspection: Connect the powder container containing the honey powder to the liquid container containing the pure base liquid via threads, place an easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm in the middle, and tighten the cap (torque 5 N·m) to complete the assembly; after assembly, test the diaphragm sealing and overall airtightness. No leakage or air leakage is acceptable. S7: Finished Product Inspection and Storage: Qualified finished products shall be packaged in a cool, dry, and light-proof place, and the storage environment shall be controlled at a temperature of 25℃ and a humidity of 35%; samples shall be taken to test various properties of the finished products, and they shall be put into storage after passing the test.

[0019] Product performance and usage effects: Honey powder is highly soluble: It can be used by twisting, tearing, and shaking. Shaking for 3 seconds will completely emulsify and mix it into a uniform, light yellow emulsion without layering, clumping, or sticking to the sides of the container. Palatability: 20 dogs and cats of different breeds (10 dogs and 10 cats) were selected and fed for 7 consecutive days. The feed intake rate was 98%, and there were no adverse reactions such as refusal to eat, soft stools, or diarrhea. Activity retention rate: After 18 months of storage at room temperature, the active ingredient retention rate of honey powder is ≥95% (96%), and the base liquid shows no deterioration or off-odor. Safety: No preservatives or sweeteners. The incidence of intestinal sensitivity in dogs and cats after long-term consumption is ≤4%, demonstrating a gentle and significant intestinal protection effect. Ease of use: It is easy to operate with a simple twist, tear and shake. No tools or measurement are required. It provides precise single-serving amount feeding and is suitable for various scenarios such as home and pet hospital.

[0020] Example 2: (Highly palatable, dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage) Ingredient composition (based on a total mass of 100 parts, honey powder component) 35 parts pet-specific honey powder, 3 parts xylooligosaccharide, 3 parts inulin, 2 parts yam powder, 7 parts hydrolyzed tuna protein, 4 parts taurine, 7 parts polyglycerol fatty acid ester (HLB=10), 18 parts maltodextrin, and 18 parts corn starch. Pure base solution: 100% RO reverse osmosis pure water, conductivity ≤10μS / cm, pH value=6.5; Dual-compartment packaging: PET liquid compartment (100ml capacity), bottle cap integrated powder compartment (4g capacity), and easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm (0.08mm thickness).

[0021] Preparation steps: S1: Preparation of pet-specific honey powder: Select natural acacia honey, remove impurities, place it in a low-temperature spray dryer, control the spray drying temperature at 50℃, the feeding speed at 10ml / min, and the outlet temperature at 35℃. After drying, honey powder is obtained. The moisture content is tested to be 4.8%≤5% and the active ingredient retention rate is 95%≥95%. The powder is then pulverized to 100 mesh and sieved for later use. S2: Raw material pretreatment: After crushing all auxiliary raw materials, pass them through a 100-mesh vibrating screen. The proportion of particles with a particle size ≤100μm is 97%, and the moisture content is ≤3.0%. Store them in an environment with a temperature of 15℃ and a humidity of 40%. S3: Emulsified premix: Polyglycerol fatty acid ester is pulverized through a 120-mesh sieve and added to the mixture. It is then mixed at high speed for 15 minutes in a planetary mixer at 380 rpm, 22°C, and 34% humidity. Honey powder is then added and mixed at 120 rpm for 10 minutes to obtain honey powder (uniformity ≥97%). S4: Powder Packaging: Honey powder is packed into the powder hopper at 4g / part, sealed with nitrogen, stored away from light, and the airtightness test is passed; S5: Base liquid preparation: Tap water is filtered multiple times and sterilized with ultraviolet light. The conductivity is tested to be ≤10μS / cm and the pH value is 6.5. It is filled into 100ml / bottle and sealed to ensure no leakage. S6: Filling and Assembly: Threaded connection between powder and liquid compartments, sealing diaphragm, tightening bottle cap, and checking for seal compliance; S7: Finished Product Inspection and Storage: Qualified finished products are stored in an environment with a temperature of 20℃ and a humidity of 38%, and various performance aspects are sampled and tested.

[0022] Product performance and usage effects: Honey powder dissolves quickly: shake for 4 seconds to completely emulsify and mix, with no lumps or residue on the sides of the container, and the emulsion is uniform. Palatability: 20 dogs and cats were fed this food for 7 consecutive days, with a 99% feed intake rate, making it especially suitable for picky eaters. Activity retention rate: After 18 months of storage at room temperature, the active ingredients of honey powder retain 95% of their active ingredients, and the base liquid shows no deterioration; Safety: The incidence of intestinal sensitivity is ≤3%, with no adverse reactions. Ease of use: Small and portable, suitable for carrying and feeding when going out, and provides accurate single-serving amounts.

[0023] Example 3: (Low-irritant, dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey drink) Ingredient composition (based on a total mass of 100 parts, honey powder component) 45 parts pet-specific honey powder, 5 parts xylooligosaccharide, 4 parts inulin, 3 parts yam powder, 5 parts hydrolyzed chicken protein, 2 parts taurine, 3 parts polyglycerol fatty acid ester (HLB=12), 16 parts maltodextrin, and 16 parts corn starch. Pure base solution: 100% RO reverse osmosis pure water, conductivity ≤10μS / cm, pH value=7.5; Dual-compartment packaging: PET liquid compartment (150ml capacity), bottle cap integrated powder compartment (6g capacity), and easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm (0.08mm thickness).

[0024] Preparation steps: S1: Preparation of pet-specific honey powder: Select natural acacia honey, remove impurities, place it in a low-temperature spray dryer, control the spray drying temperature at 60℃, the feeding speed at 15ml / min, and the outlet temperature at 40℃. After drying, honey powder is obtained. The moisture content is tested to be 3.5%≤5% and the active ingredient retention rate is 97%≥95%. The powder is then pulverized to 120 mesh and sieved for later use. S2: Raw material pretreatment: After crushing, all auxiliary raw materials are passed through a 120-mesh vibrating screen. The proportion of particles with a particle size ≤100μm is 98%, and the moisture content is ≤3.0%. They are then stored in an environment with a temperature of 25℃ and a humidity of 30%. S3: Emulsified premix: Polyglycerol fatty acid ester is pulverized through a 120-mesh sieve and added to the mixture. It is then mixed at high speed for 10 minutes in a planetary mixer at 320 rpm, 18°C, and 30% humidity. Honey powder is then added and mixed at 180 rpm for 5 minutes to obtain honey powder (uniformity ≥98%). S4: Powder Packaging: Honey powder is packed into the powder hopper at 6g / part nitrogen-filled and sealed, stored away from light, and the airtightness test is qualified; S5: Base liquid preparation: After multiple filtrations and ultraviolet sterilization, tap water is added to adjust the pH to 7.5, stirred for 12 minutes, and the total number of colonies is ≤7cfu / ml. It is then filled into 150ml bottles and sealed to ensure no leakage. S6: Filling and Assembly: Fill the base liquid at 150ml / bottle, connect the powder compartment and liquid compartment with threaded connection, seal the diaphragm, tighten the bottle cap, and check the sealing performance to ensure it is qualified; S7: Finished Product Inspection and Storage: Qualified finished products are stored in an environment with a temperature of 30℃ and a humidity of 32%, and various performance characteristics are sampled and tested.

[0025] Product performance and usage effects: Honey powder dissolves quickly: shake for 5 seconds to completely emulsify and mix, resulting in a uniform emulsion with no layering or residue. Palatability: 20 dogs and cats were fed this product for 7 consecutive days, with a 97% feed intake rate, making it suitable for dogs and cats with sensitive intestines; Activity retention rate: After 18 months of storage at room temperature, the active ingredients of honey powder retain 97% of their value, and the base liquid shows no deterioration. Safety: The incidence of intestinal sensitivity is ≤2%, with significant low irritation properties, making it suitable for long-term consumption; Ease of use: Large capacity design, suitable for families with multiple pets, simple and convenient to operate.

[0026] Comparative example: (Traditional liquid pet honey beverage) Raw material composition Commercially available traditional liquid pet honey beverages (containing natural honey, water, preservatives, sweeteners, honey concentration 15%, pH=6.0) are packaged in ordinary single PET bottles (120ml volume).

[0027] Preparation steps: They directly purchase finished traditional liquid pet honey beverages without any raw material pretreatment, emulsification premixing, or dual-compartment packaging; they simply fill and screw on the caps without nitrogen filling and light protection, or precise parameter control; and they store the products directly after packaging without strict environmental control.

[0028] Product performance and usage effects: Instant solubility: No mixing required, can be consumed directly, but it is prone to oxidation and fermentation after opening; Palatability: 20 dogs and cats were fed the food for 7 consecutive days. The feed intake rate was 78%. Two dogs developed soft stools and three developed diarrhea, indicating significant intestinal irritation. Activity retention rate: After 6 months of storage at room temperature, the active ingredient retention rate of honey is 68%. If off-odors or turbidity appear, it cannot be used. Safety: Contains preservatives and sweeteners; long-term consumption may easily cause intestinal flora imbalance in pets, with an intestinal sensitivity incidence rate of 32%. Convenience of use: It needs to be refrigerated after opening, and it is easy to spoil if not used within 24 hours. It is inconvenient to feed in fixed quantities, inconvenient to carry, and there is a risk of leakage.

[0029] The table below compares the performance of the examples and comparative examples: The usage process of this invention is as follows: The user holds the bottle and rotates the cap clockwise. The screw drive causes the powder compartment inside the cap to move downwards, and the mechanical pressure breaks through the easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm in the middle, connecting the powder compartment with the liquid compartment. Then, the user holds the bottle and shakes it up and down for 3-5 seconds to fully mix the highly active pet-specific honey powder with the pure base liquid, forming a uniform light yellow emulsion. The product should be fed to the pet within 1 hour. The product should be stored at 5℃-35℃ in a cool, dry, and ventilated place with humidity ≤40%, avoiding direct sunlight and high temperature and humidity environments. Unused powder compartments should be sealed and used within 24 hours. No more than 2 bottles should be fed per day to avoid long-term overfeeding.

[0030] In summary, the advantages of this invention are: This dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage uses only pet-specific honey powder, gentle intestinal conditioning ingredients, instant emulsifiers, carriers, and pure base liquid as its core components. The weight ratio of each component is scientifically reasonable (35-45 parts honey powder, 55-65 parts auxiliary ingredients). The formula is simple and free of redundant and harmful ingredients. No preservatives, sweeteners, or flavorings are added. The raw materials are widely sourced and meet pet food safety standards, and the cost is controllable. The components work synergistically to ensure the activity and palatability of the honey powder while achieving a gentle intestinal protection effect. Stable production can be achieved without complex control, with batch-to-batch performance deviation ≤2%, making it suitable for large-scale mass production.

[0031] The product adopts a dual-compartment isolation packaging structure to isolate and preserve the honey powder and pure base liquid for a long time. With nitrogen filling and light protection treatment, the shelf life at room temperature can reach 18 months, and the retention rate of honey active ingredients is ≥95%, which is far superior to traditional liquid pet honey drinks (shelf life of 6 months, activity retention rate of 68%). No refrigeration is required, which greatly reduces storage and transportation costs. At the same time, it avoids the problem of rapid fermentation and deterioration after opening, and improves the practicality of the product.

[0032] By adding a special instant emulsifier with an HLB value of 10-12 and using a precise premixing process, along with a simple twist-tear-shake application method, instant emulsification and mixing are achieved in 3-5 seconds, forming a uniform emulsion without lumps, layering, or residue. This completely solves the pain points of traditional solid honey powder, such as difficulty in dissolving, high dust levels, and cumbersome operation. At the same time, a hydrolyzed protein and taurine compound palatability-enhancing system is used, combined with the natural flavor of natural acacia honey, resulting in a pet consumption rate of ≥97%. This fundamentally solves the problems of poor palatability and high refusal rate of honey products, making it suitable for dogs and cats of different breeds and physical conditions.

[0033] This product utilizes a triple gut-protecting system: low-concentration honey powder specifically formulated for pets, gentle intestinal conditioning ingredients (xylooligosaccharides, inulin, and yam powder), and a neutral, pure base solution (pH 6.5-7.5). This effectively reduces the burden of honey on pets' intestines, gently regulates gut flora, and prevents adverse reactions such as soft stools and diarrhea with long-term consumption. The incidence of intestinal sensitivity is ≤4%, making it especially suitable for long-term consumption by dogs and cats with sensitive intestines. The product's harmful impurity content meets pet food environmental standards, ensuring safe and reliable use and protecting pet health. At the same time, the active ingredients in honey can enhance pets' immunity, achieving the dual benefits of nutritional supplementation and intestinal conditioning.

[0034] The dual-compartment packaging design allows for single-serving quantitative feeding (4g-6g honey powder, 100ml-150ml base liquid). The extremely simple operation of twisting, tearing, and shaking requires no tools or measuring, ensuring hygiene and preventing leakage. It is convenient for daily family feeding and suitable for carrying when going out, greatly improving user convenience. The packaging is made of PET material, which is lightweight and durable. The opaque nitrogen-filled sealing structure further ensures product stability and avoids damage and leakage during transportation and storage.

[0035] The production process requires no complex equipment and can be completed through basic steps such as raw material pretreatment, emulsification and premixing, powder packaging, base liquid preparation, and filling and assembly. Key parameters (drying temperature 50℃-60℃, mixing speed 120-380 rpm, pH 6.5-7.5) are easy to control and have a low operating threshold. No additional preservatives, foaming agents, flavorings, or other additives are required, reducing raw material costs by 15%-20% and reducing subsequent environmental treatment costs, resulting in significant economic advantages.

[0036] The twist-tear-shake method of this invention is perfectly adapted to the dual-compartment isolation packaging structure. It is simple and easy to operate, requiring no professional knowledge. Ordinary users can quickly master it and achieve instant preparation and consumption. It not only ensures the uniformity of the mixing of honey powder and base liquid, but also avoids the loss of activity and fermentation caused by pre-mixing, further improving the user experience and practicality of the product. It is suitable for various scenarios such as home, pet hospital, and travel, and has a wide range of applications.

[0037] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely principles of the invention. Various changes and modifications can be made to the invention without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed invention. The scope of protection claimed by the appended claims and their equivalents is defined.

Claims

1. A dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage, characterized in that, include: Double-compartment packaging, high-activity pet-specific honey powder and pure base liquid; The dual-compartment packaging consists of an upper powder compartment and a lower liquid compartment, with an easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm in the middle. The powder compartment is integrated into the bottle cap and features an opaque, nitrogen-filled, and sealed design. The liquid compartment is made of PET material. The highly active pet-specific honey powder is placed in the powder compartment and, by weight percentage, comprises 35%-45% pet-specific honey powder, 8%-12% mild intestinal conditioning ingredients, 7%-11% palatability-enhancing ingredients, 3%-7% polyglycerol fatty acid esters, and 25%-35% carrier. The pure base liquid is placed in the liquid compartment and is 100% RO reverse osmosis purified water with a conductivity ≤10μS / cm and a pH value of 6.5-7.

5. The powder compartment and the liquid compartment can be connected by rotating the bottle cap to pierce the easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm. After the powder and base liquid are mixed, a uniform emulsion is formed, which can be prepared and consumed immediately.

2. The dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pet-specific honey powder is made from natural acacia honey through low-temperature spray drying. The spray drying temperature is ≤60℃, the moisture content is ≤5%, and it retains the active ingredients such as glucose oxidase and flavonoids in the honey. The active ingredient retention rate is ≥95%, which is suitable for the intestinal tolerance of pets and is different from the high-concentration formula of honey for human consumption.

3. The dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gentle intestinal conditioning ingredients include 3%-5% xylooligosaccharides, 3%-4% inulin, and 2%-3% yam powder, which are used to gently condition the pet's intestines, relieve intestinal sensitivity, and reduce the burden of honey on the intestines; The palatability-enhancing ingredients include 5%-7% hydrolyzed protein and 2%-4% taurine. The hydrolyzed protein is either chicken hydrolyzed protein or tuna hydrolyzed protein, which is used to improve the palatability of the product and stimulate pets' willingness to eat.

4. The dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The polyglycerol fatty acid ester has an HLB value of 10-12 and is added to pet-specific honey powder to achieve instant emulsification and rapid dissolution of the powder under low shear force hand-cranking conditions, without clumping or sticking to the wall, and without damaging the active ingredients of the honey.

5. The dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The carrier is a mixture of maltodextrin and corn starch in a weight ratio of 1:1, used to improve the fluidity and stability of honey powder, prevent clumping and spoilage, and assist the instant emulsifier in its function.

6. The dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pure base liquid undergoes multiple filtration processes to remove metal ions, impurities, and microorganisms from the water, including quartz sand filtration, activated carbon filtration, RO reverse osmosis filtration, and ultraviolet sterilization. No preservatives, flavorings, or sweeteners are added to avoid reaction with honey components and prevent fermentation and spoilage.

7. A dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The liquid compartment of the dual-compartment packaging has a volume of 100ml-150ml, and the powder compartment contains 4g-6g of highly active pet-specific honey powder. One bottle is used for a single, measured feeding to avoid overfeeding.

8. A dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage according to claim 1, characterized in that, The preparation steps include: S1: Preparation of pet-specific honey powder: Select natural acacia honey, remove impurities, place it in a low-temperature spray dryer, control the spray drying temperature at 50℃-60℃, the feeding speed at 10ml / min-15ml / min, and the outlet temperature at 35℃-40℃, and obtain honey powder after drying. The moisture content is tested to be ≤5%, the active ingredient retention rate is ≥95%, and the powder is pulverized to 100-120 mesh and sieved for later use. S2: Raw material pretreatment: The mild intestinal conditioning ingredients, palatability inducing ingredients and carriers are pulverized to 100-120 mesh and sieved to remove impurities. All pretreatment processes are carried out in a low-temperature and dry environment with a temperature of 15℃-25℃ and a humidity of ≤40%. S3: Emulsification premix: Pulverize polyglycerol fatty acid ester to 120 mesh and pass through a sieve. First, put the pretreated mild intestinal conditioning ingredients, palatability inducing ingredients, and carrier into a mixer and mix at low speed for 15-20 minutes. Then, add polyglycerol fatty acid ester and mix at high speed for 10-15 minutes. Finally, add pet-specific honey powder and mix at low speed for 5-10 minutes in a low-temperature dry environment with a temperature of 15℃-20℃ and a humidity of ≤35% to obtain highly active pet-specific honey powder. S4: Powder packaging: High-activity pet-specific honey powder is filled with nitrogen and sealed into the powder compartment of the double-compartment packaging. After sealing, it is wrapped with opaque aluminum foil and tested for airtightness with no leakage. S5: Base liquid preparation: Tap water is filtered multiple times and sterilized with ultraviolet light using RO reverse osmosis equipment. The conductivity is tested to be ≤10μS / cm and the pH value is 6.5-7.

5. After meeting the standards, it is filled into the liquid tank and sealed. S6: Assembly and Inspection: Connect the powder container containing the honey powder to the liquid container containing the pure base liquid via threads, place an easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm in the middle, tighten the cap, and then test the diaphragm's sealing performance and the overall airtightness. Once qualified, the product is put into storage.

9. A dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage according to claim 8, characterized in that, In S1, the retention rate of active ingredients in honey powder after low-temperature spray drying is ≥95%; in S3, the temperature is controlled at ≤25℃ throughout the mixing process to avoid high temperature damaging the stability of the ingredients; in S5, the total number of colonies detected by microbial testing after the base liquid is prepared is ≤10cfu / ml.

10. A method for using a dual-compartment, ready-to-mix pet honey beverage by twisting, tearing, and shaking, characterized in that... To achieve the dual-compartment, ready-to-make pet honey beverage as described in claims 1-9, the following steps are included: (1) Twist: Hold the bottle body and rotate the cap clockwise to make the powder compartment inside the cap move downward through the screw drive; (2) One tear: Relying on the mechanical pressure generated by the downward movement of the powder chamber, the easy-tear aluminum foil diaphragm in the middle is broken, so that the powder chamber and the liquid chamber are connected; (3) Shake: Hold the bottle and shake it up and down for 3-5 seconds to fully mix the high-activity pet-specific honey powder with the pure base liquid to form a uniform emulsion. Feed the pet within 1 hour. Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at 5℃-35℃ with humidity ≤40%. Avoid direct sunlight and high temperature and humidity environments. Unused powder containers should be sealed and used within 24 hours. Do not feed more than 2 bottles per day and avoid long-term overfeeding.

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