Teeth Beneficial Pet Food and Manufacturing Method

摘要

"BENEFICIAL TEETH FOOD AND MANUFACTURING METHOD". The present invention relates to a pet food product comprising an edible protein rich body having reduced moisture content and a structure that provides textural firmness capable of inducing complete chewing behavior in a pet to which It is fed and, through such behavior, inhibiting the development of periodontal disorders in the pet. The food body preferably has a golden outer surface obtained by exposing the body to a dry heat source. One method of producing such a body includes the steps of providing an edible, protein-rich, bound body, causing the body's moisture content to be in the range of about 20% to 50% by weight, and making the body have a structure capable of inducing complete chewing by a pet. The method preferably includes reducing the moisture content of the body after it has been formed.