Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01064748. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01064748. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01064748 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01064748 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01064676. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01064676. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01064676 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01064676 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01064672. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01064672. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01064672 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01064672 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01064677. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01064677. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01064677 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01064677 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01067523. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01067523. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01067523 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01067523 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01064635. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01064635. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01064635 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01064635 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01068802. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01068802. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01068802 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01068802 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: Plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the hybrid rice HR170002, and methods for producing a rice plant by crossing a rice plant of hybrid rice HR170002 with itself or with another rice plant, such as a plant of another rice variety or rice hybrid, are disclosed.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated XW16G, the plants and seeds of wheat variety XW16G, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety XW16G with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety XW16G with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety XW16G are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety XW16G and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated W080255B1, the plants and seeds of wheat variety W080255B1, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety W080255B1 with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety W080255B1 with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety W080255B1 are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety W080255B1 and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated W070303B1, the plants and seeds of wheat variety W070303B1, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety W070303B1 with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety W070303B1 with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety W070303B1 are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety W070303B1 and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated W080656G3, the plants and seeds of wheat variety W080656G3, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety W080656G3 with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety W080656G3 with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety W080656G3 are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety W080656G3 and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated YW16H, the plants and seeds of wheat variety YW16H, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety YW16H with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety YW16H with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety YW16H are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety YW16H and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated YW16J, the plants and seeds of wheat variety YW16J, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety YW16J with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety YW16J with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety YW16J are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety YW16J and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 41-277 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 41-277 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 41-277 RZ.

Abstract: Provided herein are Impatiens walleriana x gordonii cultivars which exhibit tolerance to Plasmopara obducens, the cause of Impatiens downy mildew. Methods for breeding the disclosed Impatiens are also provided.

Abstract: Plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the hybrid rice HR170003, and methods for producing a rice plant by crossing a rice plant of hybrid rice HR170003 with itself or with another rice plant, such as a plant of another rice variety or rice hybrid, are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing a cutting for a standard form Hydrangea plant. The invention also relates to a method for producing a standard form Hydrangea plant and a flowering standard form Hydrangea plant obtainable with this method. The invention also relates to a Hydrangea cutting for a standard form Hydrangea plant.

Abstract: The present invention relates to key genes in the biosynthesis of steroidal alkaloids and saponins, including regulatory genes and enzyme-encoding genes, and to use thereof for altering the content of steroidal (glyco)alkaloids or phytosterols in plants. The present invention provides genetically modified plants or gene edited plants with altered content of steroidal (glyco)alkaloids, particularly to Solanaceous crop plants with reduced content of antinutritional steroidal glycoalkaloids and to the increase in phytosterols, including cholesterol or cholestanol in these plants. The present invention also provides methods of altering gene expression.

Abstract: A system and method for automatically flushing urine from a pet litter box are disclosed. In one embodiment, the system and method may be directed to a combination of a urine-separating pet litter box with odor controlling conditionally non-absorbent litter and an automatic flushing device. The urine-separating pet litter box includes an upper litter tray with a perforated bottom and a lower liquid holding tank, which holds water inside. The lower liquid holding tank is connected to water intake pipes and a drainpipe and flushes the urine and holding water and fills freshwater in the lower liquid holding tank by detecting a water level of the holding water in the lower liquid holding tank with sensors. The flushing was performed by using a Venturi pump effect to control two electrical valves open or close. In some embodiment, Sodium Sesquicarbonate (SSC) may be used as conditionally non-absorbent litter for complete disposal of feces.

Abstract: This invention is for a method for making and using cat litter from conventional toilet paper and using the cat litter in a toilet bowl mounted cat litter box. The cat litter box has an opening and closing door activated by a handle for discharging soiled cat litter directly into the toilet bowl for disposal. The handle also blocks the toilet from closing when the cat litter box is attached to the toilet bowl.

Abstract: A cat litter box is designed to be folded into a compact form for storage and shipment to a customer and unfolded by the customer for use. When it is time to replace the litter box, the cat litter box can be refolded back into a compact form for disposal. A lid 40 protects the box during storage and shipment.

Abstract: A stake to be inserted into the ground or other soft medium and used to moor a watercraft, tether an animal, support an umbrella or secure a tent includes a slide hammer having a central shaft, an enlarged tubular striking handle, and a spike hingedly mounted at a distal end of the shaft; whereby the spike can be folded against the shaft and stowed within the handle for safe handling. The spike can be spring-loadedly angularly locked in the deployed orientation.

Abstract: A pet feeding device including a base, a driving assembly, and a container is provided. The base has a first opening and a transmission tunnel in communication with the first opening. The driving assembly and the container are disposed inside the base. The container has a rotating shaft connected with the driving assembly to be driven to rotate in the base. The container has a second opening having an adjustable opening size. The transmission tunnel is located on a movement path of the second opening. A feeding object is adapted to be received by the container via the second opening. The feeding object is dropped to the transmission tunnel via the second opening when the container is rotated to move the second opening past the transmission tunnel. The feeding object is moved along the transmission tunnel and transferred out of the pet feeding device via the first opening.

Abstract: A device for securing feed or water bucket includes a hook for receiving the bail of a bucket and a support for engaging the lip of the bucket. The device locks the bucket in position so that a horse or other animal is prevented from accidentally knocking the bucket off.

Abstract: A bowl assembly has a bowl and a lid. The bowl assembly is adapted to store water or food for a pet. The bowl functions as a container to hold the water or food, while the lid functions in a first configuration to seal the water or food within the bowl. The bowl assembly is convenient to travel with and adapted for use in a vehicle where in the first configuration. The bowl assembly allows for the pet to access the water or food while in a cup holder. The bowl assembly is also stabilized by the lid in a second configuration, where placed on a ground or floor surface.

Abstract: The utility model discloses a novel pet feeder, comprising a base, a shell body, a discharging system, a material bucket, and a water bottle; the base consists of a base shell, a food disk and a water disk; the front side of base shell is provided with a buckle hook plugged in a chute arranged on the food disk; the shell body is fixed on the base; the shell body is composed of a front shell, a back shell, a handle and a control panel. The novel pet feeder can realize remote and accurate feeding control and instant video signaling of good vision by means of a terminal device; the grain discharging condition also can be monitored in real time and effectively controlled, The improved material stirring system makes food discharge more accurately. The effective anti-blocking mechanism can guarantee the normal discharge of food.

Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning animals useful for simultaneously brushing and applying a fluid to a pet's coat. The device is a brush shaped like a cone with rounded contours having metal bristles with rounded tips. In addition to the bristles, the brush includes fluid conduits which run parallel to the bristles. The conduits are attached to a fluid reservoir housed in the body of the brush or in a handle attached to the brush. In some embodiments, the fluid may be contained in a cartridge. A button may be included to selectively dispense the fluid, through use of a manual pump or an electric motor. A disposable pad may be attached to the exterior of the brush, allowing the metal bristles to pass through the pad. The pad may attach using hook-and-loop fasteners or some other type of adhesive. The device is particularly useful for cleaning dogs.

Abstract: The No Shed Doggie Shield is a dog protection garment that 1) contains loose hair shed while wearing it, 2) provides the freedom for the dog to move without restriction while on and off a leash, and 3) keeps the dog safe from insect bites and scratches from foliage, without interfering with restraints available in the market. The garment folds to a compact size and can be stored inside a pouch or vehicle compartment when not in use.

Abstract: An animal training system used to train an animal includes a movement controlling device and a wearable device. The movement controlling device includes a first segment and a second segment. The first segment is coupled to a first connecting member. The second segment is coupled to a second connecting member. The wearable device includes a first attachment point and a second attachment point. The first attachment point is located at a midline position of the wearable device. The first segment is configured to detachably couple to the first attachment point via the first connecting member. The second segment is configured to detachably couple to the second attachment point via the second connecting member.

Abstract: A method for creating a video for pets, comprising: creating visual content for the video; and creating auditory content for the video, wherein the auditory content comprises: a musical arrangement that has a relaxing effect on dogs, the musical arrangement characterized by a tempo in the range of 50 to 70 beats per minute (BPM), and one or more sounds that have a stimulating effect on dogs.

Abstract: A ball trainer with a launcher function and a dropper function is provided. The ball trainer includes: a dropper unit that is disposed on one side in a housing and is formed in a holder shape capable of dropping a ball downward, the dropper unit including a storage space with a variable length in which two or more balls are stored; a launcher unit that is disposed on the other side in the housing and launches a ball which is received from outside; a control module that selectively controls the dropper unit and the launcher unit depending on an operation mode; and a communication module that is connected to the control module and transmits a signal received from the outside in a wireless or wired manner.

Abstract: A pet toy made of multiple materials that is attractive, durable, and safe. The pet toy includes a plurality of raised features to enhance the dental cleaning action of the animal toy with the animal's mouth. The raised features may be made of varying shapes and designs and are made of a different material than the remainder of the toy. The pet has a hollow core which includes a squeaker device that further promotes play.

Abstract: Non-toxic, polymeric animal toys with incorporated flavor compositions are disclosed and described. The flavor compositions are emulsified to provide high flash points which will withstand polymer processing techniques used to form the toys without significant losses of the flavor composition. Exemplary animal toys include those with polymeric foam bodies and elastomers that have flavor emulsions mixed into them as well as semi-crystalline polymeric fiber toys in which the outer fibers and all or part of the core fibers have an incorporated flavor composition.

Abstract: An edible pet chew is disclosed that is comprised of fibrous protein, water absorbing polymer, plasticizer and water. The pet chew provides excellent textural properties and improved solubility in the stomach and intestinal environment for improved pet safety.

Abstract: A pet collar device includes a belt member having two end portions, a male buckle device attached to one of the end portions of the belt member, and a female buckle device having a carrier, a female element is extended from the carrier for engaging with the male element, and two flaps are extended from the carrier and spaced from each other for forming a space between the flaps, and for receiving the other end portion of the belt member, and a casing includes a compartment formed in the casing for receiving and engaging with the other end portion of the belt member and the flaps and for forcing the flaps to engage with the belt member. The male element is extended into a chamber of a receptacle for engaging with an opening of the female element.

Abstract: A dog harness includes a harness body, having a front potion and a rear potion, first and second front straps, first and second rear straps, first and second coupling members, first and second leash straps and a connecting means, wherein the first leash strap loops through the first coupling member such that the first leash strap is adapted to move relative to the first coupling member, wherein the second leash strap loops through the second coupling member such that the second leash strap is adapted to move relative to the second coupling member.

Abstract: A quick release shear resistant magnetic collar and combination leash apparatus is provided to enable rapid deployment of a leash portion and maintain control of an animal. A fastener member is disposed at a first end of a belt member and the leash portion is disposed at a second end of the belt member. The second end is threaded through the fastener member so that the leash portion is double-backed to overlie the belt member. The leash portion is coupled to the belt member proximal the first end by action of each of a first and second magnet. Force applied to the belt member is borne predominantly by the ring member until the leash portion is grasped manually and pulled orthogonally away from the belt member, whereby the leash portion is deployed. In at least one embodiment, the collar thence operates as a choke collar.

Abstract: A leash engageable carrier for personal items of a user walking with a pet connected to a leash. The carrier has an elongated cylindrical body formed by a sidewall which surrounds the leash. The body is adapted for sliding engagement on a leash passing through an interior cavity and openings at opposite ends of the body. An interior cavity defined by said sidewall is accessible while the body is engaged with the leash through an opening communicating through the sidewall which has a closure.

Abstract: An animal wellness notification system includes an attachment body configured to securely engage with an ear of the animal; an elongated temperature probe secured to the attachment body and configured to extend within the ear of the animal; a housing secured to the attachment body; a computer disposed within the housing and operably associated with the temperature probe; and a notification device in data communication with the computer, the notification device being configured to provide notice if a temperature of the animal goes beyond a determined threshold.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein include an intelligent health monitoring device (“HMD”) having a housing that encloses various electronic components configured to aid in monitoring the health of animals. The housing of the HMD is configured with studs to pierce through biological tissue, enabling the attachment of the health monitoring device to an animal's body. The housing is made up of releasably coupled members. The HMD includes a moisture resistant seal to protect the internal circuitry of the HMD from environmental elements. The HMD includes a circuit held within the housing that includes a processing engine, a memory, a transceiver, and a power source. The HMD further includes a cord coupled with the circuit on one end and a heat sensor on the other. The heat sensor may be held outside the enclosure and be configured for positioning within an anatomical orifice of an animal, such as an ear canal.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein include an intelligent health monitoring engine comprising: a processor; a memory; a communications interface to receive data from a remote intelligent health monitoring device; a non-transitory computer readable medium storing machine readable instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the intelligent health monitoring engine to: acquire temperature data associated with an animal based on one or more temperature measures obtained by remote intelligent health monitoring device; determine whether the temperature data acquired satisfies a health condition criteria; identify a treatment modality to be delivered to the animal to treat a health condition if a health condition criteria has been satisfied; identify a caregiver for the animal; and provide treatment modality information to the caregiver.

Abstract: A method and system for remote animal surveillance and distress monitoring includes detecting biometric and behavioral parameters of the animal, identifying novel events based on comparison of detected parameters to predefined parameter values and qualifications; determining whether parameter values or a composite parameter value exceeds a predefined value threshold indicative of possible distress in the animal; and notifying remote caretakers of possible distress in the animal based on the composite value exceeding the predefined value threshold.

Abstract: Semi-submersible fish-farming system, such as a fish pen (1), which can be located in at least two different semi-submerged positions, a first position (15) and a second position (16), by ballasting and deballasting, the system comprises a floating collar (2) comprising a ring-shaped or polygonal lower buoyancy member (7), a ring-shaped or polygonal upper buoyancy member (9), a plurality of pillars (8) connecting the buoyancy members (7, 9), a net cage (3) suspended from the floating collar (2) and a net roof (5) closing off the top of the net cage (3), wherein —the net cage (3) is suspended from the lower buoyancy member (7) or the pillars (8); —in the first position (15), the system is floating on the lower buoyancy member (7) and the pillars (8) and upper buoyancy member (9) is above the water surface; —in the second position (16), the lower buoyancy member (7) and the major parts or all the extension of the pillars (8) is below the water surface.

Abstract: A waterproof, edge-lit laminated aquarium wall and filtration assembly which provides a visual illusion replicating the depth, color, scenery, and gradient found in a naturally lit underwater environment—while also providing an inlet, outlet, and framework to facilitate the function of a multistage water filtration system.

Abstract: A structure of an aquarium heater with off-water overheat protection, wherein a control box with a control circuit is set inside. The control circuit includes: setting a temperature-control module; connecting with an electric heater; and connecting with either an overheat sensor or an off-water protection sensor; wherein the control circuit consists of a single chip, an electric relay box, and a plurality of resistors, capacitors, diodes, and transistors to constitute a complete electric circuit. Therefore, saving the electric energy and avoiding the conditions which the heating temperature is too high or the electric heater is emptily burned to damage because of the off-water can be achieved through the overheat sensor senses the temperature or the off-water protection sensor senses weather the electric heater is off water or not, and then the temperature-control module does the temperature comparison to control the electric heater to heat or not.

Abstract: Described herein are methods and compositions for modulating bovine birth rate by following a breeding scheme based on the presence of the trio haplotype, which is strongly linked to the propensity to give birth to multiple calves in one event.

Abstract: A rod for repelling sharks is disclosed. Magnets are connected to the rod along its length. If necessary, the rod may be extended. Additionally, one or more flotation devices may be connected to the rod to manipulate or adjust the buoyancy of the system, depending on the user's objective(s). The rod is connected to a fishing line once a fish is hooked and is in close proximity to the boat or other structure from which the fisherman is fishing. The weight of the rod and magnets cause the rod to slide down to the end of the fishing line, where the rod will come in contact with the hooked mouth of the fish. As the fish struggles during the fight, the rod creates a protective magnetic field around the fish to deter sharks from engaging the fish.

Abstract: A reel suitable for bow fishing and the like provides a cowling covering a reel with a wide opening to reduce frictional restraint on high-speed paying out of the line with the flight of the arrow. An optional guide arm may be used to minimize line diversion and hence friction during line payout while absorbing forces when the line is retracted permitting use of a lighter cowling design without loss of strength. A high torque bevel gear transmission and safety lighting is further provided.

Abstract: A handle for a fishing pole assembly having a fishing pole with a first end and a second end, and a reel attachable to the fishing pole. The handle has a pole coupling subassembly and a handle assembly. The pole coupling subassembly is structurally configured attach to the fishing pole between the first end and the second end thereof, while defining a pole axis. The handle assembly has a base attachment portion fixed to the pole coupling subassembly and a handle member pivotably coupled to the base attachment portion about an axis that is substantially transverse to the pole axis. A method is likewise disclosed.