This invention describes a process for making pet jerky treats that appear to be of random sizes and shapes, rather than uniform. It involves grinding protein, mixing it with other ingredients, extruding it through an irregular die, and then cutting the resulting strips twice at different angles. The surviving claims specifically describe the resulting animal treat product, which features two textured extruded surfaces, a defined thickness, and a combination of linear and non-linear rough-cut edges.
Why it matters: The challenge of consistently producing "randomly varying" shapes and sizes in a continuous process has become more manageable. Advances in industrial automation and vision systems since 2014 could now enable more precise control over the extrusion and multi-stage cutting operations, making the desired irregular product features reliably achievable at scale.
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