Multifunctional cat litter capable of soothing nerves and helping sleep and preparation method of multifunctional cat litter

Abstract

The invention provides multifunctional cat litter capable of soothing nerves and helping sleep and a preparation method of the multifunctional cat litter. The cat litter is prepared from the following raw materials: a base material, diatomite, silkworm excrement, semen cassiae, negundo chastetree fruit, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seeds, glutinous millet and an antibacterial agent. The cat litter provided by the invention is safe and non-irritant in components, has the effects of resisting bacteria, deodorizing and soothing the nerves, remarkably improves the sleep quality of cats, and can be used for dispelling cold, removing dampness, diminishing inflammation, relieving itching, killing insects and mites and preventing and treating tinea of cats and other skin diseases.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of cat litter preparation, and particularly relates to a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and helping sleep and a preparation method thereof. Background Art

[0002] Cats need about 14 hours of sleep a day. Kittens, elderly cats, and sick cats will sleep longer. Physical discomfort, noisy environment, mental stress, irregular diet and rest time, etc. will all affect the sleep quality of cats. Cat litter is a pet product with a very large consumption, and it is a commonly used essential item in the vast majority of pet cat-raising families. With the continuous increase in cat-raising families, consumers' demand for cat litter is also increasing, and various functional cat litters have emerged one after another.

[0003] CN114521496A discloses a bacteriostatic and deodorizing cat litter containing probiotics and its preparation process. The preparation raw materials include plant fiber, binder, zeolite mineralization ball, probiotics, and bitter agent. The product finally has the characteristics of high-efficiency moisture absorption and deodorization ability, inhibiting moisture and mildew and the reproduction of harmful bacteria, low dust, easy to clean, not easily eaten by cats by mistake, and being beneficial to maintaining the microecological balance of cats' skin, improving the immunity of cats' skin, and making the skin and hair healthier.

[0004] CN106359128A discloses a fragrant cat litter added with honeysuckle, which includes the following components: 50-85 parts of plant wood chips, 5-10 parts of starch, 3-5 parts of antibacterial agent, 8-10 parts of sodium bicarbonate, 4-5 parts of binder, 1-2 parts of superabsorbent resin, 2-4 parts of honeysuckle, and 5-10 parts of water. The provided cat litter has the characteristics of low density, strong expansion and moisture absorption, biodegradability, strong antibacterial property, not easy to breed bacteria, having the fragrance of honeysuckle, and not producing a foul smell after adsorbing urine and feces.

[0005] However, the cat litters disclosed in the prior art have a single function and limited antibacterial effect, still have residual odor, and have no improvement on the sleep quality of cats. Based on the above, there is an urgent need to develop a multifunctional cat litter with both the functions of calming the nerves and helping sleep and antibacterial and deodorizing. Summary of the Invention

[0006] Aiming at the deficiencies of the prior art, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and helping sleep and a preparation method thereof. The cat litter provided by the present invention contains a variety of beneficial components, is safe and non-irritating, and has both the functions of antibacterial and deodorizing and calming the nerves and helping sleep, and can significantly improve the sleep quality of cats.

[0007] To achieve the purpose of this invention, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0008] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep. The raw materials for preparing the cat litter include a base material, diatomaceous earth, silkworm excrement, cassia seed, vitex negundo fruit, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seed, millet, and an antibacterial agent.

[0009] In the present invention, the diatomaceous earth has a molecular sieve-like pore layout, with strong filtering and adsorption properties. It can effectively adsorb harmful gases such as benzene and ammonia, reduce the body odor of pets and the odor of excrement, keep the indoor air fresh, and has good antibacterial efficacy, which can prevent the cat litter from growing bacteria and mildew.

[0010] In the present invention, silkworm excrement is rich in phytol, β-sitosterol, cholesteryl, ergosterol, amino acids, carotenoids, vitamins, alkaloids, and trace elements such as copper, iron, and zinc. It can effectively relieve skin itching, has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, and reduces allergic inflammatory reactions; it can also help expel cold and dampness from the body, improve blood circulation, promote metabolism, and has the effect of calming the nerves and soothing.

[0011] In the present invention, cassia seed has good antibacterial effects against Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Candida albicans. Vitex negundo fruit has the effects of expelling wind and relieving exterior syndrome, relieving cough and asthma, regulating qi and promoting digestion. Tartary buckwheat is rich in rutin and other polyphenolic compounds, which helps to improve the antioxidant capacity of the body and prevent various diseases. Hawthorn seed is rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin E, fatty acids, and proteins, and contains a large amount of flavonoids that can scavenge free radicals in the body and slow down blood vessel aging. Millet contains rich trace elements such as vitamin E, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, niacin, vitamin C, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and iron, and has the effects of dispelling wind and removing dampness, soothing the stomach and calming the nerves, and detoxifying and astringing sores. In the present invention, cassia seed, vitex negundo fruit, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seed, and millet belong to plants with both medicinal and edible properties, and have a synergistic effect, which can more significantly antibacterial and deodorize, soothe the nerves, and significantly improve the sleep quality of cats.

[0012] Replacing the silkworm excrement, cassia seed, vitex negundo fruit, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seed, or millet in the present invention with silkworm excrement extract, cassia seed extract, vitex negundo fruit extract, tartary buckwheat extract, hawthorn seed extract, or millet extract respectively has the same effect.

[0013] The cat litter provided by the present invention has safe and non-irritating ingredients, and has both antibacterial and deodorizing and calming and soothing effects, which can significantly improve the sleep quality of cats. At the same time, it can dispel cold and dampness, reduce inflammation and relieve itching, remove insects and mites, and prevent cat ringworm and other skin diseases.

[0014] Preferably, the raw materials for preparing the cat litter include 3 - 84 parts by weight of the base material, 1 - 10 parts of diatomaceous earth, 58 - 125 parts of silkworm excrement, 2 - 20 parts of cassia seed, 2 - 20 parts of vitex negundo fruit, 2 - 20 parts of tartary buckwheat, 2 - 20 parts of hawthorn seed, 2 - 20 parts of millet, and 0.01 - 3 parts of the antibacterial agent.

[0015] The above raw material formula is the optimal formula for the cat litter of the present invention, and its effects in calming the nerves and promoting sleep, as well as antibacterial and deodorizing, are more remarkable.

[0016] The weight parts of the base material can be 3 parts, 5 parts, 10 parts, 15 parts, 20 parts, 25 parts, 30 parts, 35 parts, 40 parts, 45 parts, 50 parts, 55 parts, 60 parts, 65 parts, 70 parts, 75 parts, 80 parts, 84 parts, etc.

[0017] The weight parts of the diatomaceous earth can be 1 part, 2 parts, 3 parts, 4 parts, 5 parts, 6 parts, 7 parts, 8 parts, 9 parts, 10 parts, etc.

[0018] The weight parts of the silkworm excrement can be 58 parts, 60 parts, 65 parts, 70 parts, 75 parts, 80 parts, 85 parts, 90 parts, 95 parts, 100 parts, 105 parts, 110 parts, 115 parts, 120 parts, 125 parts, etc.

[0019] The weight parts of the cassia seeds can be 2 parts, 4 parts, 6 parts, 8 parts, 10 parts, 12 parts, 14 parts, 16 parts, 18 parts, 20 parts, etc.

[0020] The weight parts of the vitex negundo fruits can be 2 parts, 4 parts, 6 parts, 8 parts, 10 parts, 12 parts, 14 parts, 16 parts, 18 parts, 20 parts, etc.

[0021] The weight parts of the tartary buckwheat can be 2 parts, 4 parts, 6 parts, 8 parts, 10 parts, 12 parts, 14 parts, 16 parts, 18 parts, 20 parts, etc.

[0022] The weight parts of the hawthorn seeds can be 2 parts, 4 parts, 6 parts, 8 parts, 10 parts, 12 parts, 14 parts, 16 parts, 18 parts, 20 parts, etc.

[0023] The weight parts of the panicum miliaceum can be 2 parts, 4 parts, 6 parts, 8 parts, 10 parts, 12 parts, 14 parts, 16 parts, 18 parts, 20 parts, etc.

[0024] The weight parts of the antibacterial agent can be 0.01 part, 0.05 part, 0.1 part, 0.3 part, 0.5 part, 0.8 part, 1 part, 1.3 parts, 1.5 parts, 1.8 parts, 2 parts, 2.3 parts, 2.5 parts, 2.8 parts, 3 parts, etc.

[0025] Other specific point values within the above numerical ranges can be selected, and will not be elaborated one by one here.

[0026] Preferably, the antibacterial agent includes any one or a combination of at least two of protamine, chitosan, berberine, polyquaternium or cecropin.

[0027] Preferably, the antimicrobial agent comprises protamine, chitosan and berberine.

[0028] The protamine in the present invention has a broad-spectrum antibacterial activity, and has a significant inhibitory effect on Gram-positive bacteria, molds and yeasts, and the protamine has a smell similar to animal protein, which makes cats feel safe and comfortable. Chitosan has strong antifungal properties and has a good inhibitory effect on Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas fluorescens, Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis, etc. Berberine has a strong inhibitory effect on hemolytic streptococci, Staphylococcus aureus, Vibrio cholerae, Neisseria meningitidis, Shigella, Salmonella typhi, Corynebacterium diphtheriae, etc., and also has a certain inhibitory effect on amoeba, can remove insects and mites, and prevent and treat ringworm and other skin diseases; at the same time, berberine tastes bitter, has a good anti-ingestion effect, and prevents cats from accidentally eating cat litter, which causes health and safety problems.

[0029] The protamine, chitosan and berberine in the invention have a synergistic effect and can be used as an antibacterial agent to prepare cat litter, and have better effects of antibacterial and deodorizing, removing insects and mites, and preventing and treating skin diseases of cats.

[0030] Preferably, the antibacterial agent comprises, by weight, 0.01-2 parts of protamine, 0.01-2 parts of chitosan and 0.001-0.5 parts of berberine.

[0031] The weight proportions of the protamine can be 0.01 parts, 0.05 parts, 0.1 parts, 0.3 parts, 0.5 parts, 0.8 parts, 1 parts, 1.3 parts, 1.5 parts, 1.8 parts, 2 parts, etc.

[0032] The weight proportions of the chitosan can be 0.01 parts, 0.05 parts, 0.1 parts, 0.3 parts, 0.5 parts, 0.8 parts, 1 parts, 1.3 parts, 1.5 parts, 1.8 parts, 2 parts, etc.

[0033] The weight proportion of the berberine can be 0.001 part, 0.01 part, 0.05 part, 0.1 part, 0.15 part, 0.2 part, 0.25 part, 0.3 part, 0.35 part, 0.4 part, 0.45 part, 0.5 part, etc.

[0034] Other specific point values ​​within the above numerical ranges can be selected and will not be described in detail here.

[0035] Preferably, the raw materials for preparing the cat litter further include 0.01-3 parts of soothing and tranquilizing essential oil by weight.

[0036] The weight proportions of the soothing and tranquilizing essential oil can be 0.01 parts, 0.05 parts, 0.1 parts, 0.15 parts, 0.2 parts, 0.25 parts, 3 parts, etc.

[0037] Preferably, the soothing and calming essential oil comprises any one or a combination of at least two of lavender essential oil, grapefruit essential oil, sweet orange essential oil, lemon essential oil, jasmine essential oil, chamomile essential oil, rose essential oil or sandalwood essential oil.

[0038] Preferably, the soothing and calming essential oil comprises lavender essential oil, grapefruit essential oil, sweet orange essential oil, lemon essential oil, jasmine essential oil and chamomile essential oil.

[0039] In the present invention, lavender essential oil has sedative and anti-anxiety effects, which can help cats relax and reduce tension, thus promoting sleep. Grapefruit essential oil has a fresh fruit fragrance, which can relax the brain and limbs and has a certain effect on improving mental tension, restlessness and insomnia. Sweet orange essential oil can drive away tension and stress and improve insomnia caused by anxiety. Lemon essential oil can relieve stress, resist fatigue and insomnia. Jasmine essential oil has sedative and relaxing effects, helps cats fall asleep faster by reducing anxiety and stress, and improves the depth and quality of sleep. Chamomile essential oil has a sedative effect, can relieve adverse emotions such as tension, anger and anxiety, and can make cats relax and quickly enter the sleep state.

[0040] In the present invention, lavender essential oil, grapefruit essential oil, sweet orange essential oil, lemon essential oil, jasmine essential oil and chamomile essential oil have a synergistic effect. When used as a soothing and calming essential oil to prepare cat litter, the effects of calming the nerves, soothing the mind, sedating and helping sleep, and improving the sleep quality of cats are better.

[0041] Preferably, the soothing and calming essential oil comprises, by weight, 0.01-0.5 parts of lavender essential oil, 0.01-0.5 parts of grapefruit essential oil, 0.01-0.5 parts of sweet orange essential oil, 0.01-0.5 parts of lemon essential oil, 0.01-0.5 parts of jasmine essential oil and 0.01-0.5 parts of chamomile essential oil.

[0042] The weight parts of the lavender essential oil can be 0.01 part, 0.03 part, 0.05 part, 0.08 part, 0.1 part, 0.15 part, 0.2 part, 0.25 part, 0.3 part, 0.35 part, 0.4 part, 0.45 part, 0.5 part, etc.

[0043] The weight parts of the grapefruit essential oil can be 0.01 part, 0.03 part, 0.05 part, 0.08 part, 0.1 part, 0.15 part, 0.2 part, 0.25 part, 0.3 part, 0.35 part, 0.4 part, 0.45 part, 0.5 part, etc.

[0044] The weight parts of the sweet orange essential oil can be 0.01 part, 0.03 part, 0.05 part, 0.08 part, 0.1 part, 0.15 part, 0.2 part, 0.25 part, 0.3 part, 0.35 part, 0.4 part, 0.45 part, 0.5 part, etc.

[0045] The weight parts of the lemon essential oil can be 0.01 part, 0.03 part, 0.05 part, 0.08 part, 0.1 part, 0.15 part, 0.2 part, 0.25 part, 0.3 part, 0.35 part, 0.4 part, 0.45 part, 0.5 part, etc.

[0046] The weight parts of the jasmine essential oil can be 0.01 part, 0.03 part, 0.05 part, 0.08 part, 0.1 part, 0.15 part, 0.2 part, 0.25 part, 0.3 part, 0.35 part, 0.4 part, 0.45 part, 0.5 part, etc.

[0047] The weight parts of the chamomile essential oil can be 0.01 part, 0.03 part, 0.05 part, 0.08 part, 0.1 part, 0.15 part, 0.2 part, 0.25 part, 0.3 part, 0.35 part, 0.4 part, 0.45 part, 0.5 part, etc.

[0048] Other specific point values within the above numerical ranges can be selected and will not be elaborated one by one here.

[0049] Preferably, the preparation raw materials of the cat litter further include 0.5 - 5 parts of binder by weight.

[0050] The weight parts of the binder can be 0.5 part, 1 part, 1.5 parts, 2 parts, 2.5 parts, 3 parts, 3.5 parts, 4 parts, 4.5 parts, 5 parts, etc.

[0051] Other specific point values within the above numerical ranges can be selected and will not be elaborated one by one here.

[0052] Preferably, the binder includes any one or a combination of at least two of guar gum, xanthan gum, arabic gum, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, corn starch or tapioca starch.

[0053] The binder in the cat litter provided by the present invention can be any cat litter binder disclosed in the prior art, such as guar gum, xanthan gum, arabic gum, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, corn starch or tapioca starch, etc.

[0054] Preferably, the base material includes any one or a combination of at least two of dried bean dregs, pea fiber, bentonite, silica gel, wood chips or paper scraps.

[0055] The base material in the cat litter provided by the present invention can be any cat litter base material disclosed in the prior art, such as tofu cat litter, bentonite cat litter, zeolite cat litter, crystal cat litter, wood chip cat litter, paper scrap cat litter, bamboo sand, grass sand, food sand or cereal cat litter, etc.

[0056] In a second aspect, the present invention provides a preparation method of the cat litter as described in the first aspect, and the preparation method includes:

[0057] (1) Mix silkworm excrement, cassia seeds, vitex negundo seeds, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seeds, millet and an antibacterial agent to obtain a mixture;

[0058] (2) Crush part of the mixture obtained in step (1), mix it with a base material and diatomaceous earth by adding water, extrude it into pellets, dry it, and sieve it to obtain component A; Mix the remaining mixture obtained in step (1) with water alone, dry it, and sieve it to obtain component B;

[0059] (3) Mix component A and component B to obtain the cat litter.

[0060] The method for preparing the cat litter provided by the present invention is simple and easy to operate, and is suitable for large-scale industrial production. The raw materials are wrapped and dried to prevent bacteria, mold and deterioration. Component B is a component of efficacy raw materials, with safe and non-irritating ingredients, and has the functions of antibacterial deodorization and calming and soothing, significantly improving the sleep quality of cats. At the same time, it can dispel cold and dampness, relieve inflammation and itching, remove insects and mites, prevent and treat cat ringworm and other skin diseases; It is close to the particle size of component A, which is convenient for mixing.

[0061] Preferably, in the preparation processes of component A and component B in step (2), the drying method is drying by baking.

[0062] Preferably, the temperature of the drying by baking is independently 150 - 200 °C, for example, it can be 150 °C, 155 °C, 160 °C, 165 °C, 170 °C, 175 °C, 180 °C, 185 °C, 190 °C, 195 °C, 200 °C, etc.

[0063] Other specific point values within the above numerical ranges can be selected, and will not be elaborated one by one here.

[0064] Preferably, in the preparation processes of component A and / or component B in step (2), the step of cooling is further included after drying.

[0065] Preferably, the temperature of the cooling is independently 20 - 50 °C, for example, it can be 20 °C, 25 °C, 30 °C, 35 °C, 40 °C, 45 °C, 50 °C, etc.

[0066] Other specific point values within the above numerical ranges can be selected, and will not be elaborated one by one here.

[0067] Preferably, the mass ratio of the mixture obtained in part of step (1) to the mixture obtained in the remaining step (1) is (1:9) - (9:1), for example, it can be 1:9, 2:8, 3:7, 4:6, 5:5, 6:4, 7:3, 8:2, 9:1, etc.

[0068] Other specific point values within the above numerical ranges can be selected and will not be elaborated one by one here.

[0069] Preferably, during the preparation of component A in step (2), the mixing further includes adding a binder for mixing.

[0070] Preferably, during the preparation of component A in step (2), after sieving, it further includes adding a soothing essential oil for mixing.

[0071] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0072] The cat litter provided by the present invention has safe and non-irritating ingredients, and has the functions of antibacterial deodorization, soothing and calming the nerves, significantly improving the sleep quality of cats. At the same time, it can dispel cold and dampness, reduce inflammation and relieve itching, remove insects and mites, and prevent and treat cat ringworm and other skin diseases.

[0073] Diatomite has a molecular sieve-like pore layout, with strong filtering and adsorption properties, and can effectively reduce the body odor of pets and the odor of excrement; silkworm excrement can effectively relieve skin itching, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, dispel cold and dampness, improve blood circulation, promote metabolism, and has the effect of soothing and calming the nerves; cassia seed, vitex negundo fruit, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seed and panicum miliaceum belong to plants with both medicinal and edible uses, and have a synergistic effect, and can more significantly antibacterial deodorization, soothe and calm the nerves, and significantly improve the sleep quality of cats; protamine, chitosan and berberine have a synergistic effect, and are used as antibacterial agents to prepare cat litter, and have better effects on antibacterial deodorization, removing insects and mites, and preventing and treating cat skin diseases; lavender essential oil, grapefruit essential oil, sweet orange essential oil, lemon essential oil, jasmine essential oil and chamomile essential oil have a synergistic effect, and are used as soothing essential oils to prepare cat litter, and have better effects on soothing and calming the nerves, sedating and helping sleep, and improving the sleep quality of cats. Detailed implementation manners

[0074] To further elaborate on the technical means and effects adopted by the present invention, the following further illustrates the technical solution of the present invention in conjunction with the preferred embodiments of the present invention, but the present invention is not limited to the scope of the embodiments.

[0075] For those not specifying specific techniques or conditions in the embodiments, they shall be in accordance with the techniques or conditions described in the literature in this field, or in accordance with the product instructions. For reagents or instruments not indicating the manufacturer, they are all conventional products that can be obtained through regular channels.

[0076] The sources of the materials used in the following detailed implementation manners are as follows:

[0077]

[0078]

[0079] Example 1

[0080] This embodiment provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep, which comprises the following components in parts by weight:

[0081]

[0082] The preparation method thereof is as follows:

[0083] (1) Mix silkworm excrement, cassia seed, vitex negundo fruit, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seed, panicum miliaceum and antibacterial agent to obtain the mixtures corresponding to component A and component B respectively;

[0084] (2) Crush the mixture corresponding to component A in step (1), mix it with dried bean dregs, diatomite and guar gum by adding water, extrude into pellets, dry at 180°C, cool to 40°C, sieve, and add soothing and calming essential oil for mixing to obtain component A; Mix the mixture corresponding to component B in step (1) separately by adding water, dry at 180°C, cool to 40°C, sieve to obtain component B;

[0085] (3) Mix component A and component B to obtain the cat litter.

[0086] Example 2

[0087] This embodiment provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep, which comprises the following components in parts by weight:

[0088]

[0089] The preparation method thereof is as follows:

[0090] (1) Mix silkworm excrement, cassia seed, vitex negundo fruit, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seed, panicum miliaceum and antibacterial agent to obtain the mixtures corresponding to component A and component B respectively;

[0091] (2) Crush the mixture corresponding to component A in step (1), mix it with dried bean dregs, diatomite and guar gum by adding water, extrude into pellets, dry at 200°C, cool to 30°C, sieve, and add soothing and calming essential oil for mixing to obtain component A; Mix the mixture corresponding to component B in step (1) separately by adding water, dry at 200°C, cool to 30°C, sieve to obtain component B;

[0092] (3) Mix component A and component B to obtain the cat litter.

[0093] Example 3

[0094] This embodiment provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep, which comprises the following components in parts by weight:

[0095]

[0096] The preparation method is as follows:

[0097] (1) Mix silkworm excrement, cassia seeds, vitex negundo fruits, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seeds, millet and an antibacterial agent to obtain the mixtures corresponding to Component A and Component B respectively;

[0098] (2) Crush the mixture corresponding to Component A in step (1), mix it with dried okara, diatomaceous earth and guar gum by adding water, extrude into pellets, dry at 150 °C, cool to 50 °C, sieve, and add a soothing and calming essential oil for mixing to obtain Component A; the mixture corresponding to Component B in step (1) is mixed with water alone, dried at 150 °C, cooled to 50 °C, and sieved to obtain Component B;

[0099] (3) Mix Component A and Component B to obtain the cat litter.

[0100] Example 4

[0101] This example provides a multifunctional cat litter for soothing the nerves and helping sleep. The difference from Example 1 is only that: protamine is not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the other two components of the antibacterial agent. The preparation method refers to Example 1.

[0102] Example 5

[0103] This example provides a multifunctional cat litter for soothing the nerves and helping sleep. The difference from Example 1 is only that: chitosan is not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the other two components of the antibacterial agent. The preparation method refers to Example 1.

[0104] Example 6

[0105] This example provides a multifunctional cat litter for soothing the nerves and helping sleep. The difference from Example 1 is only that: berberine is not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the other two components of the antibacterial agent. The preparation method refers to Example 1.

[0106] Example 7

[0107] This example provides a multifunctional cat litter for soothing the nerves and helping sleep. The difference from Example 1 is only that: lavender essential oil and grapefruit essential oil are not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the other four components of the soothing and calming essential oil. The preparation method refers to Example 1.

[0108] Example 8

[0109] This example provides a multifunctional cat litter for soothing the nerves and helping sleep. The difference from Example 1 is only that: sweet orange essential oil and lemon essential oil are not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the other four components of the soothing and calming essential oil. The preparation method refers to Example 1.

[0110] Example 9

[0111] This embodiment provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep. The only difference from Embodiment 1 is that: jasmine essential oil and chamomile essential oil are not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the other four components of the soothing and calming essential oil. The preparation method refers to Embodiment 1.

[0112] Comparative Example 1

[0113] This comparative example provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep. The only difference from Embodiment 1 is that: cassia seeds are not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the four components of vitex negundo, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seeds, and panicum miliaceum. The preparation method refers to Embodiment 1.

[0114] Comparative Example 2

[0115] This comparative example provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep. The only difference from Embodiment 1 is that: vitex negundo is not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the four components of cassia seeds, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seeds, and panicum miliaceum. The preparation method refers to Embodiment 1.

[0116] Comparative Example 3

[0117] This comparative example provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep. The only difference from Embodiment 1 is that: tartary buckwheat is not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the four components of cassia seeds, vitex negundo, hawthorn seeds, and panicum miliaceum. The preparation method refers to Embodiment 1.

[0118] Comparative Example 4

[0119] This comparative example provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep. The only difference from Embodiment 1 is that: hawthorn seeds are not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the four components of cassia seeds, vitex negundo, tartary buckwheat, and panicum miliaceum. The preparation method refers to Embodiment 1.

[0120] Comparative Example 5

[0121] This comparative example provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep. The only difference from Embodiment 1 is that: panicum miliaceum is not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the four components of cassia seeds, vitex negundo, tartary buckwheat, and hawthorn seeds. The preparation method refers to Embodiment 1.

[0122] Comparative Example 6

[0123] This comparative example provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and promoting sleep. The only difference from Embodiment 1 is that: silkworm excrement is not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to the other components of the cat litter. The preparation method refers to Embodiment 1.

[0124] Comparative Example 7

[0125] This comparative example provides a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and helping with sleep. The only difference from Example 1 is that diatomaceous earth is not added, and the reduced amount is proportionally distributed to other components of the cat litter. Its preparation method refers to Example 1.

[0126] Test Example 1

[0127] (1) Test samples: The cat litters prepared in Examples 1-6 and Comparative Examples 1-7;

[0128] (2) Test content: Referring to GB / T21510-2008, the test bacteria are Escherichia coli (ATCC25922) and Staphylococcus aureus (ATCC25923), and the contact time between the test sample and the test bacteria is 1 h;

[0129] (3) Test results: As shown in Table 1, the cat litter provided by the present invention has excellent antibacterial effects. Silkworm excrement has certain antibacterial effects and can effectively relieve skin itching; Cassia seed, Vitex negundo var. heterophylla, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seeds and panicum miliaceum have synergistic effects on antibacterial effects; Diatomaceous earth has good antibacterial effects; The antibacterial effects of protamine, chitosan and berberine are the most significant, and the three have synergistic effects.

[0130] Table 1

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[0132]

[0133] Test Example 2

[0134] (1) Test samples: The cat litters prepared in Examples 1-6 and Comparative Examples 1-7;

[0135] (2) Test content: The temperature is 20±2°C, the relative humidity is 50±10%, the thickness of the sealed glass test chamber is 8-10 mm, the inner wall size is 1250 mm (length) × 800 mm (width) × 1000 mm (height), an air sampling port is provided at the center of the side wall of the test chamber, and a 15 W fan is placed at a position opposite to the air sampling port inside the test chamber to evenly distribute the air in the chamber; A stainless steel sample rack is placed 30 cm from the bottom of the chamber, and the test sample is spread flat on the sample rack to form a layer of cat litter with a thickness of 5 cm. Then, a certain amount of ammonia gas is filled into the test chamber through the air sampling port, and the ammonia concentration in the test chamber is measured. After 72 h of action, the ammonia concentration in the test chamber is measured again, and the change in ammonia concentration is recorded.

[0136] (3) Test results: As shown in Table 2, the cat litter provided by the present invention has excellent deodorizing and odor-removing effects. Diatomaceous earth can effectively reduce the body odor of pets and the odor of excrement.

[0137] Table 2

[0138] Group Ammonia concentration decline rate (%) Example 1 92.2 Example 2 93.5 Example 3 93.8 Example 4 92.0 Example 5 91.8 Example 6 92.1 Comparative Example 1 91.5 Comparative Example 2 91.2 Comparative Example 3 90.9 Comparative Example 4 91.6 Comparative Example 5 90.5 Comparative Example 6 90.1 Comparative Example 7 78.5

[0139] Test Example 3

[0140] (1) Test sample: cat litter prepared in Examples 1-6 and Comparative Examples 1-7;

[0141] (2) Test content: Fresh cat feces were collected and placed in feces bottles. The feces were divided into a control group and an experimental group. Three parallel tests were performed. 200 g of the test sample was added to the experimental group, but not to the control group. The feces bottles were placed in a room at 28°C. NH3 was determined by Nessler's reagent colorimetry, and H2S was titrated by iodine titration. The NH3 and H2S contents of each group were determined after 72 hours, and the elimination rate was calculated.

[0142] (3) Test results: As shown in Table 3, the cat litter provided by the present invention has excellent deodorizing and deodorizing effects, and can effectively reduce the body odor and excrement odor of pets; silkworm litter has a certain antibacterial effect and can inhibit the generation of odor; Cassia seed, Vitex negundo seed, Tartary buckwheat, Hawthorn seed and millet have a synergistic effect, can synergistically resist bacteria and inhibit the generation of odor; diatomaceous earth has a good antibacterial effect, has strong filterability and adsorption, and can effectively absorb odor; protamine, chitosan and berberine have a synergistic effect, and the synergistic antibacterial and odor inhibition effects of the three are more significant.

[0143] Table 3

[0144] Group <![CDATA[NH3 removal rate (%)]]> <![CDATA[H2S removal rate (%)]]> Example 1 96.5 97.5 Example 2 94.4 94.2 Example 3 93.0 92.5 Example 4 71.0 73.2 Example 5 71.3 72.9 Example 6 71.2 73.2 Comparative Example 1 80.3 82.7 Comparative Example 2 80.1 82.4 Comparative Example 3 83.8 82.0 Comparative Example 4 80.6 82.8 Comparative Example 5 84.2 81.8 Comparative Example 6 82.1 81.6 Comparative Example 7 88.2 87.0

[0145] Test Example 4

[0146] (1) Test sample: cat litter prepared in Examples 1-9 and Comparative Examples 1-6;

[0147] (2) Test content: Normal cats aged 1 year old were selected, regardless of gender or breed, and randomly divided into groups of 12 cats in each group. On the first day of the test, the cats were driven away by an ultrasonic cat repellent (mid-range) for 10 minutes, and then driven away manually for 10 minutes. Then, the cat litters prepared in Examples 1-9 and Comparative Examples 1-6 were used for 30 consecutive days, and the sleeping status, emotional status, and body weight were observed and recorded.

[0148] ① Scoring and evaluation of sleep status: 5 points for sleeping time ≥15h per day, 4 points for sleeping time ≤12h per day <15h per day, 3 points for sleeping time ≤10h per day <12h per day, 2 points for sleeping time ≤9h per day <10h per day, and 1 point for sleeping time <9h per day; ② Scoring and evaluation of emotional status: 5 points for being well-behaved, docile, and actively interacting with the owner; 3 points for dull eyes, avoiding interaction, and decreased appetite; 1 point for being irritable, easily angered, and not allowing the owner or strangers to approach; all cats were recorded and scored for 30 consecutive days, and the average value of each group was taken.

[0149] (3) Test results: As shown in Table 4, the cat litter composition provided by the present invention is safe and non-irritating, has the effect of calming the nerves and relieving stress, and can significantly improve the sleep quality of cats; lavender essential oil, grapefruit essential oil, sweet orange essential oil, lemon essential oil, jasmine essential oil and chamomile essential oil have a synergistic effect. When used as soothing and calming essential oils to prepare cat litter, the effects of calming the nerves, relieving stress, sedating and helping sleep, and improving the sleep quality of cats are better; silkworm excrement can effectively improve blood circulation, promote metabolism, and has the effect of calming the nerves and relieving stress; semen cassiae, fructus viticis, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seeds and panicum miliaceum belong to plants with both medicinal and edible uses, have a synergistic effect, and can more significantly exert the effect of calming the nerves and relieving stress; protamine, chitosan and berberine have a synergistic antibacterial effect, maintain a clean environment, improve the comfort of cats, and assist in improving the sleep quality of cats.

[0150] Table 4

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[0153] The applicant declares that the present invention uses the above embodiments to illustrate a multifunctional cat litter for calming the nerves and helping sleep and its preparation method, but the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, that is, it does not mean that the present invention must rely on the above embodiments to be implemented. Those skilled in the art should understand that any improvement of the present invention, the equivalent replacement of each raw material of the product of the present invention, the addition of auxiliary components, the selection of specific methods, etc. all fall within the protection scope and disclosure scope of the present invention.

[0154] The preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above. However, the present invention is not limited to the specific details in the above embodiments. Within the scope of the technical concept of the present invention, various simple modifications can be made to the technical solution of the present invention, and these simple modifications all belong to the protection scope of the present invention.

[0155] In addition, it should be noted that in the above specific embodiments, the various specific technical features described can be combined in any suitable way without conflict. In order to avoid unnecessary repetition, the present invention will not separately describe various possible combination methods.

Claims

1. A multifunctional cat litter for calming nerves and promoting sleep, characterized in that: The raw materials for preparing the cat litter include base material, diatomaceous earth, silkworm litter, cassia seed, vitex negundo seed, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seed, millet and antibacterial agent.

2. The cat litter according to claim 1, characterized in that The raw materials for preparing the cat litter include, by weight, 3-84 parts of base material, 1-10 parts of diatomaceous earth, 58-125 parts of silkworm litter, 2-20 parts of cassia seeds, 2-20 parts of vitex negundo seeds, 2-20 parts of tartary buckwheat, 2-20 parts of hawthorn seeds, 2-20 parts of millet and 0.01-3 parts of antibacterial agent.

3. The cat litter according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that The antibacterial agent includes any one of protamine, chitosan, berberine, polyquaternium salt or cecropin, or a combination of at least two thereof; Preferably, the antimicrobial agent comprises protamine, chitosan and berberine; Preferably, the antibacterial agent comprises, by weight, 0.01-2 parts of protamine, 0.01-2 parts of chitosan and 0.001-0.5 parts of berberine.

4. The cat litter according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that The raw materials for preparing the cat litter also include 0.01-3 parts of soothing and calming essential oil by weight; Preferably, the soothing essential oil includes any one of lavender essential oil, grapefruit essential oil, sweet orange essential oil, lemon essential oil, jasmine essential oil, chamomile essential oil, rose essential oil or sandalwood essential oil, or a combination of at least two thereof; Preferably, the soothing essential oils include lavender essential oil, grapefruit essential oil, sweet orange essential oil, lemon essential oil, jasmine essential oil and chamomile essential oil; Preferably, the soothing and calming essential oil comprises, by weight, 0.01-0.5 parts of lavender essential oil, 0.01-0.5 parts of grapefruit essential oil, 0.01-0.5 parts of sweet orange essential oil, 0.01-0.5 parts of lemon essential oil, 0.01-0.5 parts of jasmine essential oil and 0.01-0.5 parts of chamomile essential oil.

5. The cat litter according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that The raw materials for preparing the cat litter further include 0.5-5 parts of a binder by weight; Preferably, the binder comprises any one of guar gum, xanthan gum, gum arabic, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, corn starch or tapioca starch, or a combination of at least two thereof.

6. The cat litter according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that The base material comprises any one of dry bean dregs, pea fiber, bentonite, silica gel, wood chips or paper chips, or a combination of at least two of them.

7. The method for preparing a cat litter according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The preparation method comprises: (1) mixing silkworm excrement, cassia seed, vitex negundo seed, tartary buckwheat, hawthorn seed, millet and an antibacterial agent to obtain a mixture; (2) grinding part of the mixture obtained in step (1), mixing with the base material and diatomaceous earth with water, extruding into granules, drying, and sieving to obtain component A; and separately mixing with water, drying, and sieving the remaining mixture obtained in step (1) to obtain component B; (3) Mixing component A and component B to obtain the cat litter.

8. The preparation method according to claim 7, characterized in that: In the preparation process of component A and component B in step (2), the drying method is drying; Preferably, the drying temperature is independently 150-200°C; Preferably, in the preparation process of component A and / or component B in step (2), a cooling step is further included after the drying; Preferably, the cooling temperature is independently 20-50°C.

9. The preparation method according to claim 7, characterized in that: The mass ratio of the mixture obtained from the partial step (1) to the mixture obtained from the remaining step (1) is (1:9)-(9:1).

10. The preparation method according to claim 7, characterized in that: During the preparation of component A in step (2), the mixing further includes adding a binder and mixing; Preferably, in the preparation process of component A in step (2), the step further includes adding soothing essential oil to mix after sieving.

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