Methods and systems for predicting a body condition score for pets
US6691639B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 4, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 17, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 4, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K13/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method is disclosed for predicting an accurate body condition score (BCS) for pets. The method includes selecting a BCS based upon a BCS chart, and applying the selected BCS and at least one other criterion including diet or activity level to a model to determine a predicted body condition score.
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