Patent ID: 8633247
Filing Date: 2014-01-21
Classification: A23K,A61K,A61P

Abstract:
1. A method for increasing mobility of a dog having arthritis, the method comprising administering to the dog in need thereof a food composition comprising eicosapentaenoic acid at a concentration of at least 0.4 wt. %, a total omega-3 fatty acid content of about 3.5 wt. % to about 5 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 acids to about 0.8 to about 0.2 total omega-6 fatty acids, and wherein said food composition administered is effective to decrease cartilage damage in the dog.