Patent ID: 7478610
Filing Date: 2009-01-20
Classification: A01K

Abstract:
1. A method of sorbing an aqueous liquid utilizing spent distillers' grain substantially removed of starch, said method comprising the steps of: adding modified starch to form between 19.5% and 21% of the resultant litter product, said modified starch is added such that the spent distiller's grain and modified starch combination form particles tending to agglomerate when wetted; adding adding zeolite to form between 4.5% and 5.5% of said litter product, said zeolite is provided as a means for binding ammonia and water, thereby neutralizing ammonia production and mildew formation; adding a salt compound to form between 2.95% and 3.05% of said litter product; adding a propionate anti-microbial agent to form between 0.085% to 0.105% of said litter product; and, drying said litter product to form a powder.