(NC)-Scientific research--which has formerly been applied to identification processes such as retinal scans, voice recognition and fingerprinting--is changing how pet products are created.
Looking for a way to improve dental health for all dogs, a team of product developers and scientists for Greenies, in conjunction with the University of Guelph in Ontario, began to explore how this new research could be applied, for the first time, to dental-chew design.
Extensive research went into understanding the unique biological differences of dogs' mouths and jaws, as well as how different types of dogs chew and bite. These insights inspired the shape, texture and size of the first dental chew made to suit a dog's natural chewing action.
Dr. Brad Quest, a doctor of veterinary medicine in Kansas City and an on-staff veterinary consultant for Greenies, explains that the product is the result of a longstanding commitment to improving the lives of pets and their owners by helping to reduce periodontal disease.
"Traditionally, chews are designed based on size and weight of a dog, but insights from our research revealed that many other natural factors can greatly influence the effectiveness of a dental chew to better fit the jaws of all dogs for maximum health benefits."
Given just once a day, new Greenies will effectively reduce tartar build-up by 69 per cent, reduce plaque build-up and keep gums healthy.
Dr. Quest anticipates that within the next year, the new Greenies will transform the way the entire pet treat industry designs dental chews.
-June 2007 Simcoe County FOCUS News Magazine
I hope they're not TOO tasty, I know some people who would use this product...
meow...
