ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 28 -- United States Patent no. 12,454,390, issued on Oct. 28.

"Method of dividing and transferring the semi-solid type food in pet food cans into equal portions without using a knife or other kitchen tools" was invented by Anka Rao Chatragadda (Lincoln, R.I.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A method is disclosed for dividing semi-solid pet food contained within a can into equal portions and transferring said portions into a reusable container without the use of knives or other kitchen utensils. The method utilizes a specifically designed container comprising an array of internal partitioning blades and ergonomic finger gaps to facilitate hands-free, hygienic food division ...