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A grain-based animal litter comprising discrete plural particles of a grain-based substrate, which particles tend to agglomerate into clumps when wetted. The litter of the invention absorbs liquids such as animal excretions, and substantially reduces the odor thereof. Preferably, the-substrate is a

A grain-based animal litter comprising discrete plural particles of a grain-based substrate, which particles tend to agglomerate into clumps when wetted. The litter of the invention absorbs liquids such as animal excretions, and substantially reduces the odor thereof. Preferably, the-substrate is a grain germ; more preferably, the substrate is a corn germ; most preferably, the substrate is washed, spent grain germ. In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the invention, the grain germ is provided in the form of discrete plural granules, each of which granules includes a cohesiveness agent in an amount sufficient to enhance the cohesiveness of the granule.

대표청구항

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. An animal litter consisting essentially of discrete plural particles of a compacted grain germ that has been spent of oil, said particles tending to agglomerate when wetted.

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. An animal litter consisting essentially of discrete plural particles of a compacted grain germ that has been spent of oil, said particles tending to agglomerate when wetted.