Animal husbandry – Body- or appendage-encircling collar or band – Having or specifically adapted to support a diverse element...
Reexamination Certificate
2011-08-09
2011-08-09
Swiatek, Rob (Department: 3644)
Animal husbandry
Body- or appendage-encircling collar or band
Having or specifically adapted to support a diverse element...
Reexamination Certificate
active
07992525
ABSTRACT:
A device for humanely controlling an animal's behavior while on a restraining device such as a leash by using the resistant force between animal and restraint to engage a trigger that activates release of a distracting or deterrent spray or gas, or a sound. The device is attached to the animal's body, with the triggering mechanism against the animal's skin. In its application as a means to train dogs to walk on a loose leash, the trigger may be situated inside a collar, such that triggering occurs when the dog pulls the leash taut. Triggering can also occur if the user pulls back on the leash to administer a correction. The trigger's springiness additionally provides shock-absorbing protection to the animal's neck. Embodiments with enhanced features, based on the same mechanical principle, are also described.
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Evans Ebony
Swiatek Rob
The Patent Practice of Szmanda & Shelmut, LLC
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