Animal husbandry – Exercise or amusement device – Toy – lure – fetch – or related device
Reexamination Certificate
2008-09-03
2010-11-02
Swiatek, Rob (Department: 3644)
Animal husbandry
Exercise or amusement device
Toy, lure, fetch, or related device
Reexamination Certificate
active
07823542
ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is a pet toy made of stretchable fabric. The toy includes a loop, a body portion attached to the loop and a bottom with a plurality of cords, called nubbies. The pet toy is made from a variety of fabrics, wherein different sections of the toy are braided, while other sections of the toy are formed into knots and patterned into twirls. The braids and patterns are formed into different patterns and lengths to be used as recreational tools for dogs, cats and even birds, additionally, the braided sections provide an improved gripping surface. Use of the pet tool may also improve gums and teeth of puppies.
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Ries Michael
Swiatek Rob
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