Patent ID: 8629182
Filing Date: 2014-01-14
Classification: A23K,A61K,A61P

Abstract:
1. A method for modulating enzymatic degradation of articular cartilage in a dog, the method comprising feeding a dog in need thereof, a food composition comprising: protein, carbohydrate, fat, and an enzymatic degradation modulating effective amount of eicosapentaenoic acid wherein the concentration of eicosapentaenoic acid is at a concentration of 0.4 wt. % to 5.0 wt. %; a total omega-3 fatty acid content of about 3.5 wt. % to about 8.0 wt. % on a dry matter basis; and at least one of an omega-6 fatty acid, wherein the ratio of total omega-3 fatty acids to total omega-6 fatty acids is 1 total omega-3 fatty acid to about 0.8 to about 0.2 total omega-6 fatty acids.