#$%^&*AU2016216741B220180215.pdf#####Abstract The invention provides for methods of treating inappetance-induced weight loss, increasing lean muscle mass, or maintaining body weight in a companion animal or livestock. The methods involve administering a therapeutically effective amount of a capromorelin-containing composition to the companion animal or livestock. Optionally, one or more flavouring agents or flavour-masking agents can be added to the capromorelin-containing composition to enhance or mask the flavouring of the composition.