Abstract: The disclosed Invention Is a rabbit hay feeder for storing and dispensing hay to rabbis within cages and comprises a hay chamber and an upwardly open spill collector. The hay chamber comprises a front panel, a rear panel, and a pair of opposed side panels, and the spill collector comprises a bottom panel the side panels and a front lip arising from the bottom panel and disposed between the side panels. The rabbit hay feeder may have a cover, a mounting means and a closure means for the bottom of the hay chamber.

Abstract: A pet feeding system that is operable to facilitate the service of the bowls forming a part thereof by providing movement of the bowls to a vertically enhanced position. The pet feeding system includes a housing supported by a base plate wherein the housing is vertical in orientation and further includes an interior volume. A lift tray assembly is provided having a horizontal support plate that includes two apertures operable to receive a food bowl and a water bowl therein. The lift tray assembly is operably coupled to a jack screw that is rotatably mounted within the housing. A motor is operable to rotate the jack screw in a first direction and a second direction so as to move the lift tray assembly in an upwards and downwards direction. A control switch and remote controller provide user interface for operation of the pet feeding system.

Abstract: The invention is a controlled distribution grain container for transporting feed or grain into a hunting area for feeding or planting. The first end and the second end of the “poncho”, which in use will form the lower edges of the front and back of the poncho, each have an open spout, each with a closure means. The first end and second end of the controlled distribution grain container will be located at the front and the back of the user, respectively, when the device is worn over the user's shoulders. The poncho style controlled distribution grain container has one or more openings, each with a closure means such as zippers, to fill or refill the device. These openings are located on the front or back panels or along the edges of the sides of the device. The device allows the user to carry grain with the weight evenly distributed front to back and over his shoulders.

Abstract: A dispenser (10) comprising a first housing portion (14) including an elongate planar member (15). A second housing portion (16) is moveable between an open position and a closed position such that. in the closed position, a tubular chamber having an open lower end is defined. A plurality of platforms (22) are each pivotally secured adjacent a first edge (24) thereof to a first surface (20) of the elongate planar member (15). A protrusion (28) is provided on the first edge (24) of each platform (24) such that the protrusion extends through an aperture (27) in the elongate planar member (15). A support member (26) is provided on a second opposite surface (21) of the elongate planar member (15) adjacent each of the apertures (27). Each support member (26) is moveable between a first position in which the support member (26) engages with the protrusion (28) to hold the platform (22) in a horizontal position and a second position in which the platform (22) moves to a vertical position thereof.

Abstract: One embodiment of the invention could be an automated animal feed dispenser and method, the automated animal feed dispenser comprising a three-wall cabinet generally forming a hollow interior and further defining a feed delivery slot that connects to an angled slide located within the hollow interior; a set of vertically-stacked and spaced-apart drop shelves support animal feed located within the hollow interior, each drop shelf hingedly connects to the cabinet; a set of latches supported by the cabinet, each latch comprises a motorized automotive door lock that controls the drop of a respective drop shelf; a latch control system operates the latches to drop the drop shelves in a timed and sequenced manner that allows dropped drop shelves to successively overlay one another to create a progressively angled slide that empties down upon the angled slide.

Abstract: A pet drinking fountain assembly having a pump forming part of a fountain mounting arrangement that includes a lift tube coupling a cover to the pump coupled to a lower basin by a mount. The mount and lift tube attenuate pump noise and vibration by providing isolation from the basin and cover and can function as dampeners. In a preferred embodiment the pump is part of a pump module that includes a module housing to which the pump is attached by another noise-attenuating mount. Each mount is formed by one or more suction cups with the cups and lift tube made of vibration dampening material, such as a resilient vibration dampening or isolating material that can be an elastomeric material. The module includes a lift tube coupling discharge that registers in fluid flow communication with a pump outlet and can include a ring or bushing therebetween providing additional noise attenuation.

Abstract: A portable lighting apparatus including a lamp assembly that is adjustably adapted to be suspended from and secured to the side rails of a livestock grooming stand or chute, or alternately to an articulated lamp stand, to shed diffused light downward on an animal occupying the grooming stand or chute. The lamp assembly includes a rigid housing in which is received a weatherproof lighting fixture and an adjustable bracket mechanism for suspending the assembly from the side rails or lamp stand. The lamp stand includes a position-adjustable hangar assembly for supporting the lamp assembly, a base, and a set of support arms that can be collapsed to a transport position for ease of transport and storage.

Abstract: A visibility enhancing pet garment device enhances visibility of a pet in dark conditions. The device includes a panel having a pair of spaced apertures extending therethrough. The panel is positionable against a torso of an animal with each of the animal's front legs extending through a respective one of the apertures. Each of a pair of flaps is extends from a respective side of the panel. The flaps are engageable together forming a loop securing the panel on the torso of the animal. Each of a plurality of lights is coupled to the panel and exposed on an outer surface of the panel wherein the lights are visible when the panel is secured to the torso of the animal.

Abstract: A poncho for use with a pet to protect the pet from environmental elements and enhance safety by minimizing trip and choking hazards is provided. The poncho also prevents soiling, increases comfort, conserves body heat, and allows free movement of the pet's legs in all daily activities while reducing a likelihood of skin chafing experienced by the pet. The poncho includes a generally rectangular fabric layer having a front edge with a first portion and a second portion coupled together to create an opening sufficiently large to permit the pet's head to pass through, the rectangular fabric layer having an inner surface that rests on a body portion of the pet, and an elastic strap coupled to the inner surface of the rectangular fabric layer proximate the opening. The elastic strap conforms to contours of a chest region of the pet, thereby securing the poncho to the pet.

Abstract: A pet treat holding device may comprise a head and a plurality of opposable arms. The plurality of opposable arms may be articulably attached to the head and movable between a first position and a second position. The arms may define a cavity configured to receive an end of an elongated treat such as a bully stick. The device may comprise a twist ring that threadedly engages the opposable arms and operates to secure the arms of the device around the inserted end of the elongated treat.

Abstract: Described herein are chewable articles intended to be provided to animals for purposes including dental cleaning, breath freshening, nutrition, administration to the animal of beneficial agents, satisfaction of the animal's urge to chew, and general enjoyment by the animal. Also disclosed are apparatus and methods for making such chewable articles, the methods including the use of a processing aid to lubricate the article-forming apparatus, such as extruders, portioners, and molds, and to reduce the power requirements of such apparatus in the forming process.

Abstract: A disposable diaper to be fit around the waist of the pet, having: a rear-side waist area; a stomach-side waist area; a crotch area; end sections in the diaper longitudinal direction; end sections in a diaper longitude-intersecting direction; a tail insertion opening; an absorbent core; an area not having the absorbent core arranged therein; an attachment section in the stomach-side waist area; an attachment area that receives the attachment section; and an expandable/contractible elastic member for a leakage-prevention sheet arranged, in an extended state, in the leakage-prevention sheet. The expandable/contractible elastic member is arranged in a prescribed area in the diaper longitudinal direction, between the absorbent core and the end section in the diaper longitude-intersecting direction. A standing-up section in which the end section in the diaper longitudinal direction stands up is formed as a result of the contraction of the expandable/contractible elastic member for the leakage-prevention sheet.

Abstract: An improved collection device for handling pet waste, removing the need for a pet handler/user to come into contact with the pet waste. The device has an elongated handle, a thin frame forming a void at the end of the handle, and a bag removably attached to the frame, the body of the bag resting in the void. The bag has a drawstring closure. The bag has an extended exterior flap allowing for secure placement on the frame.

Abstract: A bag is provided formed of a liquid impermeable material, where the bag has an opening edge with a channel located at the opening edge, and a flap of material extending from the channel. An elongated closure string is provided within the channel, where the closure string can be used to seal the bag, enabling the transportation of liquid or solid waste.

Abstract: A feeder for larval and juvenile fishes is capable of delivering an adjustable dose of microparticulate feed to selected locations, via pneumatic conveyance and control. A source of low-pressure dry gas is used to blow microparticulate feed through a manifold and into a selected one of a number of tubes. In order to adjust the portion dispensed by the feeder, an adjustable portion control is provided. Instead of a fixed sized ration cup a threaded recess is provided. Within the recess is provided a mating nylon set screw with an Allen hex head socket. By screwing the set screw in, or out, a user may increase, or decrease the volume of each dose.

Abstract: In a process for the dual use of packaging for a fish-related product such as fish food or a fish-related consumable product normally dispensed into an aquarium, a package including a compartment is filled with the fish-related product which is then dispensed until depleted. The dual use package is then placed within the aquarium and utilized as a decorative ornament. In this regard, the dual use package may be reconfigured for use as a decorative feature within the aquarium, and ballast may be added to the ornamental container before being submerged.

Abstract: An automated fish tank cleaning assembly automatically cleans a fish tank. The assembly includes an upper housing and a processor coupled to and positioned in the upper housing. Support arms are extend from the upper housing supporting the upper housing on a fish tank. Each of a plurality of rollers is coupled an associated one of the support arms. Each of the rollers is operationally coupled to the processor wherein the rollers move the upper housing relative to the fish tank. A lower housing is coupled to the upper housing by a connection conduit extending between the upper housing and the lower housing. A plurality of cleaning arms is coupled to and extends from the lower housing. Each of a plurality of brushes is coupled to a distal end of an associated one of the cleaning arms relative to the lower housing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a genetically edited animal, especially to a genetically edited pig in which expression or activity of the RELA protein has been modified. Such pigs have at least partial protection against the African Swine Fever Virus. The invention also provides, a cell nucleus, germ cell, stem cell, gamete, blastocyst, embryo, foetus and/or donor cell of a non-human animal comprising a genetic modification which alters the expression or function of RELA protein, methods for editing the genome of animals and methods for screening the efficacy of a pharmaceutical agent in such an animal.

Abstract: A genetically modified mouse is provided, wherein the mouse expresses an immunoglobulin light chain repertoire characterized by a limited number of light chain variable domains. Mice are provided that express just one or a few immunoglobulin light chain variable domains from a limited repertoire in their germline. Methods for making light chain variable regions in mice, including human light chain variable regions, are provided. Methods for making human variable regions suitable for use in multispecific binding proteins, e.g., bispecific antibodies, are provided.

Abstract: Non-human animals comprising a human or humanized C3 and/or C5 nucleic acid sequence are provided as well as methods for using the same to identify compounds capable of modulating the complement system. Non-human animals that comprise a replacement of the endogenous C5 gene and/or C3 gene with a human or humanized C5 gene and/or C3 gene, and methods for making and using the non-human animals, are described. Non-human animals comprising a human or humanized C5 gene under control of non-human C5 regulatory elements is also provided, including non-human animals that have a replacement of non-human C5-encoding sequence with human C5-encoding sequence at an endogenous non-human C5 locus. Non-human animals comprising a human or humanized C3 gene under control of non-human C3 regulatory elements is also provided, including non-human animals that have a replacement of non-human C3 protein-encoding sequence with human or humanized C3 protein-encoding sequence at an endogenous non-human C3 locus.

Abstract: Genetically modified non-human animals and methods and compositions for making and using them are provided, wherein the genetic modification comprises a deletion of the endogenous low affinity Fc?R locus, and wherein the mouse is capable of expressing a functional FcR?-chain. Genetically modified mice are described, including mice that express low affinity human Fc?R genes from the endogenous Fc?R locus, and wherein the mice comprise a functional FcR?-chain. Genetically modified mice that express up to five low affinity human Fc?R genes on accessory cells of the host immune system are provided.

Abstract: A method for controlling fishing hardware and displaying fishing information which includes running an application on a computing device having a display for displaying the application, wherein the application is configured to display and control a fishing lure configuration of a fishing lure. The method further including establishing a connection between the computing device and the fishing lure which includes equipment capable of emitting sounds resembling the prey of a fish, thereby enabling alteration of the fishing lure configuration and which sounds may be emitted. The method further including updating the fishing lure configuration with the application.

Abstract: The invention relates to an accessory to a fishhook that includes a positioning means (12) to be mounted on an eyelet (14) of a fishhook, a connecting means (18) extending from the positioning means (12) and attachment means (22) allowing objects to be attached thereto.

Abstract: A floating bobber system for fishing which generates aquatic sounds that includes a floating bobber body having a water-tight hollow body interior and configured to at least partially float when arranged within a body of water. The system further includes an electronic circuit arranged within the body interior of the floating bobber body, the electronic circuit including a controller having a memory having one or more aquatic sounds stored thereon, the controller being operationally coupled to a speaker for emitting the one or more aquatic sounds, a power source for providing power to the controller, and activation electronics for activating emission of the aquatic sounds from the speaker. The floating bobber body is configured to be coupled to a fishing line, and further configured to be coupled to a fishing bait.

Abstract: A system for monitoring and communicating fishing data that includes equipment for measuring and transmitting ambient atmospheric condition data, measuring and transmitting ambient aquatic condition data, a global positioning system (GPS) for obtaining and reporting a GPS position, and a fishing lure having fishing lure information storage for storing and reporting fishing lure information. The system further includes a control unit communicably coupled to the equipment which measures and transmits the ambient atmospheric condition data, ambient aquatic condition data, the GPS, and the fishing lure, and which is operably associated with a database configured for receiving, storing, and reporting the data and information associated therewith.

Abstract: A storage and carrying case for fishing equipment is provided. The case can include first and second shell halves, each having an interior compartment defined by a plurality of walls. The shell halves may be hingedly connected along longitudinal ends to allow one shell half to pivotally open and close with respect to the other shell half. The case can also include locking means on the front exterior walls of the case to secure the shell halves together. Inside the interior compartments of each shell have may be various storage compartments and storage regions. Fishing rod storage compartments may be placed along the longitudinal walls of each compartment. Reel storage regions permanently or temporarily secured to the interior walls of the interior compartments may be selectively positioned to allow storage of attached rods and reels. General storage compartments may also be placed between reel regions for storage of various fishing equipment.

Abstract: A portable, multi-functional fishing accessory formed of a rigid plate member having a flat work surface and a side wall formed around a periphery of the work surface, and wherein the work surface is slanted relative to the side wall. The fishing accessory has one or more magnets positioned opposite from the work surface of the plate member and secured thereto. A stanchion mount is adapted to rotatably mount on a cylindrical stanchion for maintaining the plate member in a substantially upright position.

Abstract: A method for humane management of wildlife in a wildlife containment unit includes capturing, by a wildlife capture unit, a wild animal in a wildlife containment unit. The method includes transmitting, by the wildlife capture unit, to a remote communications device, a notification of the capture of the wild animal. The method includes receiving, by the wildlife capture unit, from the remote communications device, an instruction to modify the environmental condition of the wildlife containment unit. The method includes automatically providing, by the wildlife capture unit, to the wild animal, access to a feeding station within the wildlife containment unit, responsive to the received instruction.

Abstract: Disclosed are devices for deterring wildlife, comprising at least one anchor pipe; a center plate connected on one side to a top rod, where in the center plate pivots along the axis of the rod; and at least one rod having a plurality of streamers.

Abstract: A hunting mat. The hunting mat is capable of preventing debris from falling from tree stand during hunting. The hunting mat secures to the bottom platform of a tree stand using fasteners in the corners of the mat, and provides the hunter with a greater sense of security.

Abstract: An alligator game call device is essentially a solid cylindrical body preferably having about a 5/4 inch outer diameter. The device has an exterior surface and a central axial blind bore therein extending from a proximal end to a distal end. The bore has stepped, concentric, progressively smaller diameter sections from the proximal end toward the distal end of the body. Preferably a first section is ½ inch deep, a second section is ½ inch deep, a third section is 1 inch deep and a fourth section is 1½ inch deep. The game call includes a pair of angled nostril bores extending from the fourth section to an exterior surface of the body, wherein the nostril bores intersecting the exterior surface are spaced ½ inch apart.

Abstract: The present invention provides a hunting blind that is configured to provide a user, preferably a hunter, with a natural blind cover or concealment to avoid detection by potential prey. The hunting blind includes a base portion that is preferably rectangular in shape that is removably mounted on a tree trunk by at least one fastener. The base portion is preferably integrally formed with a centrally located flange that extends upwardly and outwardly in relation to the base portion. The centrally located flange includes an opening therethrough that is configured to receive at least one tree branch therethrough. The centrally located flange further includes a fastener that allows the tree branch to be removably secured therethrough. In this way, the hunting blind provides a user with a natural ground blind while hunting on the ground or an elevated natural blind while utilizing a tree stand.

Abstract: A waterfowl hunting decoy device that can be configured for use on water or dry land. The waterfowl hunting decoy device has a buoyant body resembling a waterfowl and includes a keel on an underside surface thereof for stabilizing the decoy device while in water. The decoy device further includes a leg support having a base member resembling the underside of a waterfowl, wherein the base member can removably receive the body therein. Further, a foot member is tethered to the body and can be removably secured to the leg support in order to stabilize the decoy device on dry land. The foot member also serves as an anchor when the decoy device is used in the water. Thus, the present invention provides a decoy that can be configured to resemble a waterfowl standing on dry land or floating on water.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to methods to protect grafts against cell death due to preservation of the grafts prior to transplanting these grafts into patients. In particular, this disclosure discloses that connexin channel inhibitors can be used to protect against cell death associated with preservation and temporary storage of cells, tissues and organs. Preservation includes any procedure that involves a lowering of the temperature below the normal body temperature, including hypothermia (cold storage), cryopreservation and vitrification. Grafts that are protected according to this disclosure have an improved biological function.

Abstract: Organ and tissue preservation formulations with improved stability shelf life are provided by separating the formulation into a first solution having a pH of at least 7 and a second solution having a pH of less than 7. The first solution includes components with improved stability when stored at a pH of 7.0 or above, and the second solution includes components with improved stability when stored at a pH below 7.0. The first solution includes water, a balanced salt solution, a sugar, and L-arginine at a pH of at least 7.0. The second solution includes water, ascorbic acid, and reduced glutathione at a pH of less than 7.0 and preferably from pH 6.9 to about pH 2.8. During use, the first and second solutions are mixed to form a final formulation that can be used at a physiological pH to preserve the function of the tissue or organ.

Abstract: An apparatus according to an embodiment is configured to oxygenate and perfuse a bodily tissue for extracorporeal preservation of the bodily tissue. The apparatus includes a pneumatic system, a pumping chamber, and an organ chamber. The pneumatic system is configured for the controlled delivery of fluid to and from the pumping chamber based on a predetermined control scheme. The predetermined control scheme can be, for example, a time-based control scheme or a pressure-based control scheme. The pumping chamber is configured to diffuse a gas into a perfusate and to generate a pulse wave for moving the perfusate through a bodily tissue. The organ chamber is configured to receive the bodily tissue and the perfusate. The organ chamber is configured to substantially automatically purge excess fluid from the organ chamber to the pumping chamber.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a vitrification method. In particular, the present invention relates to a method of producing at least one vitrified cell comprising loading a cell into a holding space in at least one conduit; providing at least one cryoprotectant to the holding space of the conduit in increasing concentrations, wherein the cryoprotectant is capable of equilibrating the cell; cooling the cell in the holding space of the conduit to produce a vitrified cell; and storing and maintaining the vitrified cell in the holding space of the conduit.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for improving the compatibility of aqueous herbicide solutions containing at least one of a water soluble salt of a herbicidal active and high concentrations of fertilizer, such as ammonium sulfate, by adding certain polymeric crystallization inhibitors are provided.

Abstract: Provided are cap layer compositions and base layer compositions, providing quick and extended release of an active ingredient, respectively, when placed in water. Further provided are dual release compositions including a base composition and a cap composition. The base composition may include a plaster and an active agent, and it may further include at least one of a water-soluble binder, a non-water-soluble binder, and a lubricant. The cap composition may include a plaster and an active agent, and it may further include at least one of a disintegrating agent, a non-water-soluble binder, and a lubricant. The compositions may be heated and mixed and formed into a tablet. Further provided are methods of making the compositions. Further provided are methods of controlling or eliminating pests and methods of increasing the potability of water. The compositions are effective for controlling or eliminating pests such as mosquitoes when applied at an application site.

Abstract: A process for producing aqueous chlorous acid solution in which chlorous acid, which is safe for the human body, is easy to handle, and less generates chlorine dioxide, is yielded and used as a disinfectant for a pretreatment in food processing. To an aqueous sodium chlorate solution is added sulfuric acid or an aqueous solution thereof in such an amount and concentration that the pH of the aqueous solution can be kept at 2.3-3.4 to thereby react them and generate chloric acid. Subsequently, hydrogen peroxide is added to the chloric acid in an amount which is equal to or larger than the amount necessary for a reduction reaction to thereby yield chlorous acid. Any one of inorganic acids, inorganic acid salts, organic acids, and organic acid salts, or two or more thereof, or a combination or these is added to the aqueous solution containing chlorous acid yielded, whereby the chlorous and acid can be present for long and the pH of the aqueous solution is regulated to regulated to 3.2-7.0.

Abstract: Mixtures comprising cis-jasmone and an agrochemical active ingredient are useful in agriculture.

Abstract: The present invention relates generically to compositions used for controlling agricultural pests and, in a particular embodiment, to compositions usable for combating nematodes. The invention presents a feasible alternative to the use of nematotoxic compounds that are harmful to the environment and that may damage human health. This alternative is embodied through a nematotoxic composition for controlling nematodes and that may be used on plants, parts of plants and on the soil. The respective technology results from unexpected results achieved from experiments carried out with extracts of the plant Canavalia ensiformis, resulting in an unheard-of nematotoxic composition comprising a specific combination of substances that are naturally found in the extract and that act synergistically.

Abstract: The present invention provides a control agent for a plant pest and/or a plant disease, the control agent being environmentally friendly and having a high control effect. The control agent is a control agent for a plant pest and/or a plant disease, containing a polyglycerin fatty acid ester as an active ingredient. The polyglycerin fatty acid ester is an ester of at least one fatty acid selected from fatty acids having 8 to 10 carbon atoms, and at least one polyglycerin obtained by polymerizing 3 to 10 glycerins.

Abstract: A method is provided for increasing the number or weight of seeds or fruits of a crop, including a step of treating the crop with effective amounts of a compound represented by Formula (1) and at least one compound selected from the group (A): Group (A): tebuconazole, prothioconazole, cyproconazole, metconazole, boscalid, fluopyram, fluxapyroxad, azoxystrobin, dimoxystrobin, pyraclostrobin, trifloxystrobin, and picoxystrobin.

Abstract: Grease-like compositions are provided for repelling insects and preventing undesirable behavior in hoofed animals. The compositions utilize nontoxic mineral, synthetic, or vegetable oil based gels containing silica, clay, urea, polytetrafluoroethylene, or metallic soap thickeners and capsaicin.

Abstract: The present invention relates generically to compositions used for controlling agricultural pests and, in a particular embodiment, to compositions usable for combating nematodes. The invention presents a feasible alternative to the use of nematotoxic compounds that are harmful to the environment and that may damage human health. This alternative is embodied through a nematotoxic composition for controlling nematodes and that may be used on plants, parts of plants and on the soil. The respective technology results from unexpected results achieved from experiments carried out with extracts of the plant Canavalia ensiformis, resulting in an unheard-of nematotoxic composition comprising a specific combination of substances that are naturally found in the extract and that act synergistically.

Abstract: Antimicrobial diferulates, compositions containing same, and uses of same for inhibiting growth of microorganisms. The antimicrobial diferulates can be used alone or in combination with other antimicrobial agents to inhibit growth of microorganisms such as fungi, oomycetes, and other microorganisms having a glucan-containing cell wall. The antimicrobial diferulates can be included in pharmaceutical compositions for treatment of animals or included in agricultural compositions for treatment of plants, crops, and soils.

Abstract: A method for preventing or reducing resistance to a pesticide of a substrate pest, which method comprises the administration to the substrate or the pest of a composition comprising: (a) a rapid-release formulation of an inhibitor of a factor causing or contributing to the resistance of the pest to the pesticide; and, substantially simultaneously, (b) a non-rapid release formulation of the pesticide. The invention also provides compositions suitable for use in such a method.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel mixtures, to processes for preparing these compounds, to compositions comprising these mixtures, and to the use thereof as biologically active compounds, especially for control of harmful microorganisms in crop protection and in the protection of materials and for enhancing plant health.

Abstract: The present invention relates to (R)-enantiomers of certain carboxamides, to compositions comprising these (R)-enantiomers, to a process for preparing these enantiomers and to the use for controlling of harmful microorganisms and for enhancing plant health in conventionally bred or transgenic plants of the Phaseoleae tribe, in particular conventionally bred or transgenic soybean.