A01K27/006

Animal tag, method and computer program for determining behavior-related data
11576346 · 2023-02-14 · ·

An animal tag that contains first and second three-dimensional accelerometers and a processing unit, where the first accelerometer registers a first acceleration vector describing a spatial movement of a first position of the animal tag, and the second accelerometer registers a second acceleration vector describing a spatial movement of a second position of the animal tag, the second position separated from the first position by a distance, and the processing unit receives the first and second acceleration vectors and based thereon determines at least one behavior-related parameter for an animal carrying the animal tag in the form of inclination angle(s) (ψ, Φ, θ) of the animal tag relative to a reference frame external to the animal tag, and/or an elevation of the animal tag relative to a reference level external to the animal tag.

Anti-Attack Shock Collar
20230008166 · 2023-01-12 ·

An anti-attack shock collar is a collar for an animal, and comprises an electronics unit; a power supply operable to create a potential difference between a first and a second terminal; at least one flexible strap secured at one position along its length to the electronics unit, having opposing ends which are releasably fastenable to each other to form a closed loop, and comprising first and second electrodes which are exposed or partially exposed on the exterior of the collar and are electrically connected to the first and second terminals of the power supply respectively; and a water sensor configured to detect the presence of water on a portion of the collar and, if water is detected on the portion of the collar, cause the electronics unit to prevent the power supply from being operated to create a potential difference between the first and second electrodes.

Enclosure for Module
20230218068 · 2023-07-13 ·

A flexible structure for holding an electronics module is disclosed. The flexible structure may comprise various straps and/or an elastomeric enclosure. The flexible structure may include one or more apertures configured to securely hold one or more raised portions of the electronics module.

Key and keyway charm jewelry and companion animal charm collar
11690357 · 2023-07-04 ·

Companion animal charm collar (10) and charm jewelry band (11). The charm collar has a radial alignment key and keyway system for stringing and removing charms (40) onto and off from the rope (30), and/or a center mount bead-chain end ring connector system for securing the rope (30) onto the collar (20). The charm jewelry band (11) has a radial alignment key and keyway system for stringing and removing charms (40) onto and off from the rope (30), and a connector (33) with connector halves at each end (30.sub.1) and (30.sub.2) of the rope (20) for releasable connection of the rope ends (30.sub.1) and (30.sub.2) to one another to form a continuous band.

Shoulder Strap Type Electronic Cooling Equipment for Pets
20220369597 · 2022-11-24 ·

The disclosure provides shoulder strap type electronic cooling equipment for pets. The shoulder strap type electronic cooling equipment comprises a shoulder strap worn on the back of the pet, wherein an elastic adjustment band and a fan mechanism are arranged on one side of the shoulder strap; and when the pet wears the shoulder strap, the fan mechanism can be freely adjusted in a head and neck area of the pet, and the fan mechanism can supply air to cool the pet. The disclosure has the beneficial effects that in the shoulder strap type electronic cooling equipment for the pets, the fans with freely-adjustable angles are arranged on the traditional shoulder strap, so that the head and the torso of the pet can be cooled, and the phenomenon of heatstroke is avoided in hot weather; meanwhile, the LED lamps are further arranged, and the LED lamps can emit light when the fans are running, so that a user can confirm the position of the pet through the always-on or flashing LED lamps while walking the pet; and therefore, not only can the pet be cooled, but also the technical effect that the pet is not easy to lose is realized.

ANIMAL COLLAR WITH IMPROVED CAMERA SIGHTLINES
20220369598 · 2022-11-24 ·

An animal collar has an adjustable band having a first end and a second end, the first end and second mutually coupled and a platform disposed within the band. The collar has at least one adjustable arm depending from the platform disposed within the band, the adjustable arm comprising a returnably resilient elongated shaft having a first end and a second end, the second end of the shaft of the adjustable arm having a camera. A plurality of braces are disposed between the platform and the adjustable arm. The collar includes tracking and lighting.

Pet identification tag with improved mount
11490593 · 2022-11-08 ·

An identification tag made from a flexible, durable material, and in a substantially flat, preferably symmetrical shape, and with a front side having a substantially flat surface, and a back side having a substantially flat surface, and a mount extending outward from the back surface and extending partially along the horizontal axis, equidistant from the vertical center. Disposed on the back surface under the mount is a recess extending below the surface, and substantially occupying the same surface area as the area covered by the mount. A ring can pass through the mount so that the ring can be mounted parallel to the surface of the tag. Alternatively, a ring with a tab can be passed through the mount wherein said tab can interlock within the recess under the mount, permitting the ring to be maintained in a supportive position relative to the tag.

Smart collar to track lost pets

A system, method, and non-transitory computer readable medium for using a smart collar to monitor a pet are described. The system includes a smart collar, a mobile computing device including a display screen, and a pet monitoring mobile application stored on the mobile computing device. The smart collar includes a global positioning receiver, a communications device, an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display, a rechargeable battery, and a microcontroller. The microcontroller calculates a distance of a current location of the smart collar from a desired location, determines when the distance is greater than a first distance threshold, and generates a communications packet including the current location, the perimeter, and the distance of the smart collar from the desired location, and transmits the communications packet. The mobile computing device receives the communications packet, and the pet monitoring mobile application displays the current location on a display screen of the mobile computing device.

Pet collar having pendant with interchangeable crystal
11484011 · 2022-11-01 ·

The present invention relates generally to a unique pet accessory capable of holding a pendant with a crystal or precious gemstone inside. The pendants are interchangeable with different crystals. The collar of the present invention provides a unique way to accept the pendant. The pendant with the crystal can be open ended on each side so that it is in contact with the pet. The crystal creates a balance of positive energy between the pet and the owner, and between the crystal and the pet.

LIGHT UP BUCKLE FOR USE WITH A DOG COLLAR
20230083166 · 2023-03-16 ·

The invention discloses a light up buckle for use with a dog collar. This buckle design comprises a Plastic Computer Board (PCB) which incorporates LED's, a mini-USB port, a switch and a rechargeable battery. The lithium-ion battery is housed within the buckle assembly and is protected from water by means of rubber seals when the buckle is in the closed or locked position.

The main components are molded from translucent plastic, to allow the LED's to illuminate the assembly when switched on. There are multiple settings for the LED's to allow for a steady illumination or various flashing/pulsing settings. The buckle is intended for illumination at night to aid the visibility of an owner's canine that wears the buckle on the collar.

The buckle can be fitted onto a collar strap or body harness and so has multiple uses and applications.

The buckle design is rounded and has smooth edges to ensure no discomfort is experienced by the canine. There is a trigger switch located on the underside of the buckle which is operated by pressing a rubber button that protrudes from the plastic casing.

The entire assembly is water-resistant, by means of two rubber components that interlock when the buckle is closed. The pressure between these two rubber plugs ensures water cannot get access to the electronics and battery.