Pet snack composition for preventing or improving obesity of companion animal

Abstract

The present invention relates to a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets. Specifically, the invention relates to a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets comprising: lactic acid fermented extracts of Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves; and Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine. The snack composition of the present invention can provide many advantages in terms of nutrition and safety by utilizing natural materials such as Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves. Furthermore, by fermenting and extracting the said natural materials using lactic acid bacteria, the characteristic odor of herbal medicines can be eliminated, thereby increasing palatability for pets. Consequently, the snack composition can be easily fed to pets while preventing and improving obesity, aiding in weight management, and further having a positive effect on their overall health.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in companion animals. Background Technology

[0002] Along with the increase in one- or two-person households, the number of households living with pets is also rapidly increasing day by day. The aging population and the rise in the unmarried population are further accelerating this trend.

[0003] Companion animals refer to animals that live together with humans. In the past, animals that lived with humans were called pets, meaning they were raised to bring joy to humans. However, recently, they are referred to as companion animals, meaning they are like friends or family members that provide psychological stability and intimacy to humans.

[0004] Along with changes in the perception of companion animals and shifts in the social atmosphere, an increasing number of people recently regard their pets as family members and invest generously in them; consequently, the pet-related industry is experiencing rapid growth.

[0005] However, excessive love for pets and a lack of exercise are leading to obesity, and the reality is that some pet foods and treats can cause obesity due to excessively high calories or nutritional imbalances, emerging as a new concern for pet owners. The Veterinary Medical Association reports that one in two dogs is obese, and 51% are diagnosed as overweight or obese. Obesity not only causes various health problems such as diabetes, joint disease, and heart issues but is also a cause of abandonment. Consequently, there is an increasing need for pet foods and treats that can prevent and address this condition, leading to the development of a variety of products.

[0006] To address these issues, research has been conducted on treats using natural extracts that do not affect the health of pets; however, due to the distinctive scent of the raw materials, animals with highly developed senses of smell, such as dogs, may refuse to consume them, and there are issues with poor palatability, necessitating further research.

[0007] While researching snacks using natural extracts, the applicants confirmed that a composition comprising lactic acid fermented extracts of Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves, Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine has high palatability for pets, making feeding easy, and has a significant effect in preventing and improving obesity in pets, thereby completing the present invention. The problem to be solved

[0008] The present invention was conceived to solve the aforementioned problem and aims to provide a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in companion animals and a method for manufacturing the same.

[0009] The technical problems of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned technical problems will be clearly understood by a person skilled in the art from the description below. means of solving the problem

[0010] The present invention provides a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets, comprising lactic acid fermented extracts of Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves; and Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine.

[0011] In addition, the present invention

[0012] a) A step of crushing and mixing Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves, and adding purified water;

[0013] b) a step of inoculating the above mixture with lactic acid bacteria;

[0014] c) a step of fermenting and extracting the above mixture;

[0015] d) a step of heating the extract; and

[0016] e) a step of mixing the heated extract with Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine; the present invention provides a method for preparing a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets. Effects of the invention

[0017] The snack composition of the present invention can provide many advantages in terms of nutrition and safety by utilizing natural materials such as Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves. Furthermore, by fermenting and extracting these natural materials using lactic acid bacteria, the characteristic odor of herbal medicines can be eliminated, thereby increasing palatability for pets. Consequently, it enables easy feeding for pets while helping to prevent and improve obesity and aid in weight management, and furthermore, has the effect of having a positive impact on their overall health.

[0018] The effects of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and include other effects that are clearly understood by a person skilled in the art from the description throughout the specification but are not explicitly mentioned. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0019] FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing the manufacturing process of a snack for preventing or improving obesity in pets according to the present invention. FIG. 2 is a figure showing a snack for preventing or improving obesity in pets manufactured according to the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0020] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. The advantages and features of the present invention and the methods for achieving them will become clear by referring to the embodiments described below in detail together with the attached drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below but can be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided merely to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the invention, and the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims. Throughout the specification, the same reference numerals refer to the same components.

[0021] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) may be used in a meaning commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. Furthermore, terms defined in commonly used dictionaries are not to be interpreted ideally or excessively unless explicitly and specifically defined otherwise. The terms used herein are for describing embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention. In this specification, the singular form includes the plural form unless specifically stated otherwise in the text.

[0022] As used in the specification, 'comprises' and / or 'comprising' do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other components, steps, actions, and / or elements to the mentioned components, steps, actions, and / or elements.

[0024] First, the present invention provides a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets, comprising lactic acid bacteria fermented extracts of Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves; and Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine.

[0025] In the present invention, the term "companion animal" refers to an animal that lives together with humans and provides psychological stability and intimacy, and may include all reptiles such as dogs and cats, birds, fish, and insects. Specifically, it may refer to a dog or a cat, but is not limited thereto.

[0026] The above 'Houttuynia cordata' refers to a wild medicinal herb of perennial herbaceous plants belonging to the Saururaceae family that grows naturally in Korea, China, Japan, and other regions. The physiologically active components of Houttuynia cordata include flavonoid derivatives such as quercetin, quercitrin, raynotrin, hyperin, and rutin, as well as essential oil components such as decanoyl acetaldehyde, methyl nonyl ketone, laurinaldehyde, and myrcene. Antibacterial, antioxidant, hyperlipidemia inhibitory effects, and neuroprotective effects have been reported.

[0027] The aforementioned 'Poria cocas' is a mushroom that parasitizes the roots of dead or living pine trees; among the various types of Poria cocas, the white variety is called Baekbokryeong, and the red variety is called Jeokbokryeong. Baekbokryeong has long been widely used as a medicinal herb to treat various diseases by absorbing the excellent nutritional components of pine trees. It is known to help promote digestion and improve digestive function, as well as to remove toxins from the body and boost physical strength.

[0028] The above 'green tea leaf (Camellia sinensis leaf)' is a term referring to the tea leaves used to make green tea. Green tea leaves contain various compounds, including catechins, polyphenols, and epigallocatechins, which are rich in antioxidants. These compounds can have beneficial effects on health and can help reduce cell damage and inflammation through their antioxidant action.

[0029] In the present invention, Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves may be wild or cultivated, and may be used in a dried or undried state, and the extraction part is not particularly limited.

[0030] The above Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves can preferably be mixed in a weight ratio of 1:1:1.

[0031] In the present invention, "extract" refers to a product obtained by extraction using a suitable extraction solvent, and the extract includes the extract itself and all formulations of extracts that can be formed using the extract, such as an extract obtained by extraction, a diluted or concentrated extract, a dried product obtained by drying the extract, a modified or purified product thereof, a fraction thereof, or a mixture thereof. In the present invention, the extract may preferably be prepared and used in the form of a dried powder after extraction.

[0032] In the present invention, the extract may refer to an extract obtained through a manufacturing process in a mixture state in which raw materials are simultaneously mixed.

[0033] In the present invention, the extract may be prepared using extraction methods commonly used in the art; for example, methods such as hot water extraction, hot water extraction, cold maceration extraction, reflux cooling extraction, ultrasonic extraction, and high-temperature pressurized extraction may be used.

[0034] In preparing the extract of the present invention, water; lower alcohols having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, such as methanol, ethanol, propyl alcohol, butyl alcohol; polyalcohols, such as glycerin, butylene glycol, propylene glycol; hydrocarbon solvents, such as chloroform, methyl acetate, ethyl acetate, benzene, hexane, diethyl ether, petroleum ether, and dichloromethane; or a mixture thereof may be used as the extraction solvent; however, for the purpose of feeding to pets, it is preferable to exclude the use of organic solvents and use purified water as the extraction solvent. Since organic solvents can cause denaturation of the active ingredient during the extraction process or generate by-products by reacting with it, and organic solvents or substances derived therefrom may remain in the extract obtained as the final product, an additional purification step is required to completely remove substances harmful to pets, which may be disadvantageous in terms of manufacturing efficiency.

[0035] In the present invention, 'lactic acid bacteria fermentation extract' refers to an extract obtained by performing a specific step after inoculating a mixture of various raw materials with lactic acid bacteria, and according to the embodiments of the present invention, the lactic acid bacteria fermentation extract may include crushed lactic acid bacteria.

[0036] The above lactic acid bacteria are preferably Lactobacillus plantarum, Bacillus subtilis, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus reuteri, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus gasseri, Lactobacillus bifidus, Streptococcus faecalis, Streptococcus faecium, Bacillus licheniformis, Bacillus polyfermenticus, Bacillus mesentericus, and Saccharomyces It may be one or more selected from the group consisting of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Clostridium butyricum, Pediococcus pentosaceus, Enterococcus faecium, Bifidobacterium bifidum, and Bifidobacterium longum, more preferably may be Lactobacillus plantarum, Bacillus subtilis, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus reuteri, Lactobacillus acidophilus, or a mixture thereof, most preferably may be 3 to 5 types selected from the group consisting thereof, but to It is not limited.

[0037] In the present invention, the 'Garcinia cambogia' is a plant of the Clusiaceae family, and its fruit looks like a small pumpkin and is green to light yellow. Garcinia cambogia extract is known to help reduce body fat by inhibiting the synthesis of carbohydrates into fat.

[0038] The above 'brewer's yeast' is a yeast of the Saccharomycetaceae family (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) used in beer brewing, which has the ability to produce high concentrations of ethanol and withstand them. There are bottom-fermenting yeasts that aggregate and sink to the bottom during the late stages of main fermentation (used in lager beer) and top-fermenting yeasts that rise to the surface of the fermentation liquid (used in ale), and taxonomically, all are Saccharomyces cerevisiae.

[0039] The aforementioned 'L-carnitine' is a type of amino acid utilized in the body that acts as a shuttle in the process of transporting fatty acids, produced by fat breakdown, to mitochondria for further breakdown.

[0040] The snack composition of the present invention may further include pollack, dried pollack, duck meat, sweet potato, rice, butternut squash, and oligosaccharide, which are added to improve palatability for pets.

[0041] At this time, preferably, based on 100 parts by weight of pollack, it may contain 5 to 8 parts by weight of lactic acid bacteria fermentation extract, 7.5 to 25 parts by weight of dried pollack, 25 to 50 parts by weight of duck meat, 10 to 15 parts by weight of sweet potato, 5 to 10 parts by weight of rice, 20 to 30 parts by weight of butternut squash, 1.25 to 7 parts by weight of oligosaccharide, 0.25 to 1 part by weight of Garcinia cambogia extract, 1 to 5 parts by weight of brewer's yeast, and 0.25 to 1 part by weight of L-carnitine.

[0042] The snack composition of the present invention can be formulated in the form of a conventional snack for feeding to pets, preferably in a dry, semi-moist, wet, or chewing form, but is not limited thereto.

[0044] In addition, the present invention

[0045] a) A step of crushing and mixing Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves, and adding purified water;

[0046] b) a step of inoculating the above mixture with lactic acid bacteria;

[0047] c) a step of fermenting and extracting the above mixture;

[0048] d) a step of heating the extract; and

[0049] e) a step of mixing the heated extract with Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine; the present invention provides a method for preparing a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets.

[0050] Step a) above is a step of mixing natural products with a solvent; for feeding to pets, organic solvents are excluded and purified water is used.

[0051] In step a) above, Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves can preferably be mixed in a weight ratio of 1:1:1.

[0052] Step b) above is a step of inoculating a natural product mixed with a solvent with lactic acid bacteria. The lactic acid bacteria may be inoculated in the form of a lactic acid bacteria culture solution. The lactic acid bacteria culture solution may be prepared using conventionally used methods, and preferably, it may be prepared by inoculating the lactic acid bacteria into the culture solution and then culturing it in a culture chamber, but is not limited thereto.

[0053] The above lactic acid bacteria have an initial bacterial count of 1×10 after inoculation. 7 Up to 1×10 10 It may be to achieve a CFU / ml level, and preferably, the initial bacterial count is 1×10 9It can be made to be CFU / ml, but is not limited thereto.

[0054] The above lactic acid bacteria are preferably Lactobacillus plantarum, Bacillus subtilis, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus reuteri, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus gasseri, Lactobacillus bifidus, Streptococcus faecalis, Streptococcus faecium, Bacillus licheniformis, Bacillus polyfermenticus, Bacillus mesentericus, and Saccharomyces It may be one or more selected from the group consisting of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Clostridium butyricum, Pediococcus pentosaceus, Enterococcus faecium, Bifidobacterium bifidum, and Bifidobacterium longum, more preferably may be Lactobacillus plantarum, Bacillus subtilis, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus reuteri, Lactobacillus acidophilus, or a mixture thereof, most preferably may be 3 to 5 types selected from the group consisting thereof, but to It is not limited.

[0055] Step c) above is a step in which fermentation takes place due to the inoculated lactic acid bacteria, and the fermentation can preferably be carried out at a temperature of 25 to 40°C for 24 to 36 hours.

[0056] Step d) above is a step of heating the extract obtained in step c) above to kill the lactic acid bacteria, and preferably, this can be performed at a temperature of 80 to 110°C. Generally, since lactic acid bacteria are beneficial to the body, excessive consumption may result in a risk of infection, abdominal pain accompanied by diarrhea, and in severe cases, side effects such as blisters. Therefore, by killing the lactic acid bacteria to eliminate side effects caused by live bacteria while utilizing the lactic acid bacteria lysate, the beneficial effects of the lactic acid bacteria can be exhibited.

[0057] Step e) above is a step of mixing the heated extract with Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine, preferably, when mixing, it can be mixed with pollack, dried pollack, duck meat, sweet potato, rice, pumpkin, and oligosaccharide, and at this time, the mixing can preferably be performed such that, based on 100 parts by weight of pollack, the mixture comprises 5 to 8 parts by weight of lactic acid bacteria fermented extract, 7.5 to 25 parts by weight of dried pollack, 25 to 50 parts by weight of duck meat, 10 to 15 parts by weight of sweet potato, 5 to 10 parts by weight of rice, 20 to 30 parts by weight of pumpkin, 1.25 to 7 parts by weight of oligosaccharide, 0.25 to 1 part by weight of Garcinia cambogia extract, 1 to 5 parts by weight of brewer's yeast, and 0.25 to 1 part by weight of L-carnitine.

[0058] In addition, the method for preparing a snack composition may further include, after step e), step f) of molding and drying the obtained composition.

[0059] The above molding can be formed into various product shapes, including paste type, konjac type, jelly type, wet food type, etc., and preferably, after molding to a thickness of 3 mm to 5 mm, it can be molded into the shape of a snack using a mold, but is not limited thereto.

[0060] The above composition may further include one or more of minerals, amino acids, and preservatives. The minerals and amino acids are used to provide a sufficient supply of nutrients, and the preservative is used to increase the shelf life of pet treats and prevent spoilage; sodium benzoate, which is commonly used in this field, may be used.

[0061] In addition to the above, the composition of the present invention may contain various nutritional agents, vitamins, minerals (electrolytes), flavoring agents such as synthetic and natural flavoring agents, coloring agents and thickening agents (cheese, chocolate, etc.), pectic acid and its salts, alginic acid and its salts, organic acids, protective colloidal thickeners, pH adjusters, stabilizers, preservatives, glycerin, alcohol, carbonating agents used in carbonated beverages, etc. These ingredients may be used independently or in combination.

[0062] The snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets according to the present invention can provide many advantages in terms of nutrition and safety by utilizing natural materials such as Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves. Furthermore, by fermenting and extracting these natural materials using lactic acid bacteria, the characteristic odor of herbal medicines can be eliminated, thereby increasing palatability for pets. Consequently, easy feeding is possible, while aiding in the health and weight management of pets. Moreover, it can have a positive effect on overall health by improving heart health, joint health, and respiratory function.

[0064] Hereinafter, specific embodiments of the present invention will be examined. One embodiment of the manufacturing process for a pet snack is schematically shown in FIG. 1.

[0066] Example 1. Preparation of a pet snack containing lactic acid bacteria fermentation extract

[0067] The manufacturing process of a pet snack containing a lactic acid bacteria fermented extract according to the present invention is schematically illustrated in FIG. 1, and is specifically as follows.

[0069] 1-1. Preparation of Lactic Acid Bacteria Fermentation Extract

[0070] Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves were each washed, dried, and finely chopped to a size of approximately 0.5 mm using a grinder. They were then mixed in a weight ratio of 1:1:1, and approximately 10 times the volume of purified water was added. Subsequently, a lactic acid bacteria culture solution consisting of Lactobacillus plantarum, Bacillus subtilis, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus reuteri, and Lactobacillus acidophilus was added to the mixture at a volume of 1 × 10⁶ 9 CFU / ml was inoculated, and the mixture inoculated with lactic acid bacteria was fermented and extracted at a temperature of 38°C for about 48 hours. Afterward, the extract was heated at a temperature of 100°C for about 20 minutes to kill the lactic acid bacteria, and the obtained extract was filtered to separate the extract and freeze-dried.

[0072] 1-2. Preparation of Pet Treats

[0073] The lactic acid bacteria fermentation extract prepared in 1-1 above was mixed with pollack, dried pollack, duck meat, sweet potato, rice, pumpkin, oligosaccharide, Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine. At this time, based on 100 parts by weight of pollack, the mixture was composed of 5 to 8 parts by weight of lactic acid bacteria fermentation extract, 7.5 to 25 parts by weight of dried pollack, 25 to 50 parts by weight of duck meat, 10 to 15 parts by weight of sweet potato, 5 to 10 parts by weight of rice, 20 to 30 parts by weight of pumpkin, 1.25 to 7 parts by weight of oligosaccharide, 0.25 to 1 part by weight of Garcinia cambogia extract, 1 to 5 parts by weight of brewer's yeast, and 0.25 to 1 part by weight of L-carnitine. A pet snack prepared through the above process is shown in FIG. 2.

[0075] Comparative Example 1.

[0076] Except for not adding lactic acid bacteria as in Example 1 above, the remaining conditions were manufactured in the same way.

[0078] Comparative Example 2.

[0079] Except for not adding Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine as in Example 1 above, the remaining conditions were prepared in the same way.

[0081] Comparative Example 3.

[0082] Except for not adding sweet potato, butternut squash, and oligosaccharide as in Example 1 above, the remaining conditions were the same.

[0084] Experimental Example 1. Confirmation of preference

[0085] A palatability test was conducted to determine whether the snack composition of the present invention would be easy to feed to pets due to its high palatability. Specifically, five dogs were selected, and for three days, the snacks of Example 1 and Comparative Examples 1 to 3 were placed in separate containers and provided twice a day, in the morning and evening. The palatability was investigated by checking the weight of the remaining snack after 30 minutes. At this time, to prevent errors caused by the order in which the containers were placed, the experimental subjects were allowed to sufficiently smell the placed snacks before the experiment began. The formula for calculating the snack consumption rate is as follows, and the results were calculated by averaging and are shown in Table 1 below.

[0086] [Calculation Formula]

[0087] Snack Consumption Rate (%) = {(Amount of Snack Provided - Amount of Snack Remaining After 30 Minutes) / Amount of Snack Provided} × 100

[0088] division Snack Consumption Rate (%) Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Example 1 100 100 100 Comparative Example 1 32 28 30 Comparative Example 2 98 100 93 Comparative Example 3 78 82 76

[0089] As shown in Table 1 above, the snack composition of Example 1 of the present invention showed a consumption rate of 100% during the 3 days of the experiment, confirming that it has excellent palatability for pets.

[0090] On the other hand, Comparative Example 1, which did not contain lactic acid bacteria, showed significantly low palatability to pets, and Comparative Example 3, which did not contain sweet potato, pumpkin, and oligosaccharide, showed slightly reduced palatability compared to the example.

[0091] Comparative Example 2, which did not contain Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine, did not show a significant difference from the snack of the example.

[0093] Experimental Example 2. Evaluation of obesity prevention or improvement effects

[0094] Twelve dogs diagnosed as overweight or obese were selected and divided into three groups. The dogs were fed a fixed amount of the treats prepared in the above-mentioned Examples and Comparative Examples 1 and 2 once a day at the same time every day for 10 weeks. Afterward, the body weight and body condition score (BCS) of the dogs in each group were measured, and the average results are shown in Table 2 below. The rate of change in body weight was calculated as (final weight - initial weight) / initial weight × 100. BCS is a method for measuring an individual's body fat mass, divided into 1 to 9 levels, and generally, levels 4-5 are considered ideal.

[0095] division Example 1 Comparative Example 1 Comparative Example 2 Starting weight, kg 15 14.8 14.6 Final weight, kg 14.2 14.6 15.1 Weight change rate, % -5.33 -1.35 3.42 Start BCS 7.8 7.5 7.3 End BCS 6.5 6.6 7.5 BCS change rate -16 -12 2.74

[0096] As shown in Table 1 above, the snack composition of Example 1 of the present invention showed the highest effect, with a 5.33% decrease in body weight and a 16% decrease in BCS, whereas Comparative Example 2 showed an increase in body weight and an increase in BCS. In other words, it was confirmed that when the snack composition according to the present invention is fed to pets, body weight and body condition index are statistically significantly lowered.

[0098] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the attached drawings, those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention may be implemented in other specific forms without changing its technical concept or essential features. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood as illustrative in all respects and not restrictive.

Claims

Claim 1 A snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets, comprising: lactic acid bacteria fermented extracts of Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves; and Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine, and further comprising pollack, dried pollack, duck meat, sweet potato, rice, pumpkin, and oligosaccharide, wherein, based on 100 parts by weight of pollack, the composition comprises 5 to 8 parts by weight of lactic acid bacteria fermented extract, 7.5 to 25 parts by weight of dried pollack, 25 to 50 parts by weight of duck meat, 10 to 15 parts by weight of sweet potato, 5 to 10 parts by weight of rice, 20 to 30 parts by weight of pumpkin, 1.25 to 7 parts by weight of oligosaccharide, 0.25 to 1 part by weight of Garcinia cambogia extract, 1 to 5 parts by weight of brewer's yeast, and 0.25 to 1 part by weight of L-carnitine. Claim 2 A snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets, characterized in that, in claim 1, the Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves are mixed in a weight ratio of 1:1:

1. Claim 3 A snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets according to claim 1, characterized in that the lactic acid bacteria is one or more selected from the group consisting of Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus reuteri, and Lactobacillus acidophilus. Claim 4 A snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in companion animals, characterized in that, in paragraph 3, the lactic acid bacteria are 3 to 4 types selected from the group above. Claim 5 delete Claim 6 delete Claim 7 A snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets, characterized in that, in claim 1, the composition is prepared in a dry, semi-moist, wet, or chewing form. Claim 8 a) a step of grinding and mixing Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves, and adding purified water; b) a step of inoculating the mixture with lactic acid bacteria; c) a step of fermenting and extracting the mixture; d) a step of heating the extract; and e) a step of mixing the heated extract with Garcinia cambogia extract, brewer's yeast, and L-carnitine; wherein step e) is mixed with pollack, dried pollack, duck meat, sweet potato, rice, pumpkin, and oligosaccharide, and the mixing in step e) is performed such that, based on 100 parts by weight of pollack, the mixture comprises 5 to 8 parts by weight of lactic acid bacteria fermented extract, 7.5 to 25 parts by weight of dried pollack, 25 to 50 parts by weight of duck meat, 10 to 15 parts by weight of sweet potato, 5 to 10 parts by weight of rice, 20 to 30 parts by weight of pumpkin, 1.25 to 7 parts by weight of oligosaccharide, 0.25 to 1 part by weight of Garcinia cambogia extract, 1 to 5 parts by weight of brewer's yeast, and 0.25 to 1 part by weight of L-carnitine. A method for preparing a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets. Claim 9 A method for preparing a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in pets, characterized in that, in claim 8, the Houttuynia cordata, Poria cocos, and green tea leaves in step a) are mixed in a weight ratio of 1:1:

1. Claim 10 A method for preparing a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in companion animals, characterized in that, in claim 8, the lactic acid bacteria in step b) are one or more selected from the group consisting of Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus reuteri, and Lactobacillus acidophilus. Claim 11 A method for preparing a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in companion animals, characterized in that, in claim 8, the fermentation of step c) is performed at a temperature of 25 to 40°C for 24 to 36 hours. Claim 12 A method for preparing a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in companion animals, characterized in that, in claim 8, the heating in step d) is performed at a temperature of 80 to 110°C. Claim 13 delete Claim 14 delete Claim 15 A method for preparing a snack composition for preventing or improving obesity in companion animals, characterized in that, in claim 8, f) further comprises the step of molding and drying the obtained composition.

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