Method for improving bone modeling and chondrocyte functioning in growing canines
AssigneeThe Iams Company
InventorsBruce A. Watkins, Allan J. Lepine, Michael G. Hayek, Gregory A. Reinhart
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Abstract
A process is provided for promoting bone modeling and chondrocyte functioning in growing canines. The process includes administering to a growing canine a pet food composition which includes an appropriate amount and ratio of dietary n-6 and n-3 fatty acids. The composition can further include a source of protein, a source of fat, a source of fiber, and a source of carbohydrates. Use of the preferred concentrations of n-6 and n-3 fatty acids can promote synthesis and tissue accumulation of down regulating elements of inflamation, which stimulate bone formation and optimize bone modeling.
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A process for improving bone modeling and chondrocyte functioning in a growing canine comprising the step of feeding said canine a pet food composition comprising a source of n-6 and n-3 fatty acids in amounts effective to improve bone modeling and chondrocyte functioning.
A process for improving bone modeling and chondrocyte functioning in a growing canine comprising the step of feeding said canine a pet food composition comprising from about 20 to about 40 wt% crude protein, from about 4 to about 30 wt% fat, from about 2 to about 20 wt% total dietary fiber, a source of carbohydrate, and a source of n-6 and n-3 fatty acids in amounts effective to improve bone modeling and chondrocyte functioning.
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