Abstract: Cleansing devices in the form of ergonomic scrub gloves for cleansing various surfaces including large animals and associated animal contact surfaces. The gloves include an inner layer, which is generally waterproof, with an outer layer comprising an abrasive weave.

Abstract: The Portable Raid Online Storage (PROS) Unit is a new design in mobile storage. It is the first completely portable and completely self-contained Raid Storage system using a chipset with a Raid Controller, Memory and IOP chips. IO uses a PCIe path using a USB-C (usb 3.1) connector. It is made to go into the field with, and sit under the host computer thus taking very little space. It provides up to 14TBs of Raid 0, 1, or Raid 5 parity storage. Raid 5 will work with Parity to protect the data in case of a Drive Failure. The PROS unit will use NVMe SSD Drives for faster read/write. The size of the device is 14 inches by 9 inches by ˜0.5 inches. Or 35.56 cm×22.86 cm×13 mm. The PROS Unit will be powered via the USB-C port to a 120 v AC power source.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of treating poultry hatchlings in a hatchling tray. The method comprises of providing a soft gel form capable of being dispensed through a spray nozzle, providing a spray dispensing apparatus, the apparatus being capable of delivering a predetermined volume of the gel as a plurality of small beadlets through a plurality of nozzles, placing the hatchling tray containing the hatchlings beneath the nozzles of the dispensing apparatus, dispensing the predetermined volume of the soft gel containing the therapeutic agent as small beadlets into the hatchling tray and allowing the hatchlings to consume the beadlets. The present invention is also directed to a dispensing apparatus for dispensing a therapeutic agent in a soft gel into a hatchling tray of poultry hatchlings.

Abstract: Disclosed is a portable pet grooming aid device comprising a substantially rectangular piece of flexible fabric comprising four sides, two sides joined creating a tubular flexible body having a top face, an inner face, a head end and a tail end, the ends comprising a seam, an elastic cord threaded inside of the seam, two apertures on the top face, the apertures affording a user's hands access to the interior of the device to handle an animal inside of the device during a grooming process, the animal's head exposed outside of the device at the head end, the elastic cord securely tied around the animal's neck.

Abstract: A pet washing apparatus for dogs and like animals comprises a cylindrical casing with a top, flat bottom, two end walls, side walls with windows and a pair of hand holes. The casing is provided internally with a plurality of water spray nozzles. The animal stands on a draining floor adapted to be inclined for the discharging of waste water. Air vents are provided in the walls, a vented doubled sided door is provided. The casing connects to a base that raises the casing to an operable height.

Abstract: An animal washing brush for washing an animal has a hand grip and a head disposed on a handle with an elongated shaft. The head has opposite or transverse surfaces facing in substantially opposite or transverse directions, including a substantially flat surface and a concave surface. Each of the flat and concave surfaces has a matrix of flexible and resilient fingers extending from the surface. The fingers have a height taller than a diameter, and a spacing on the same order of the diameter.

Abstract: A washing glove includes a sheath designed to be pulled onto the hand and extend along a portion of the forearm, and includes at least one thumb opening for extension of the thumb there through and at least one finger opening at a distal end of the sheath for extension of one or more fingers therethrough. The glove also includes a section of protuberances with openings in-between and around various protuberances for flow of water onto a pet being washed while the pet is scrubbed via the protuberances; and an actuator for selectively actuating flow of the water to and through the openings in the section of protuberances. The section is located in an area for covering a palm of the hand, adjacent the thumb opening, and the actuator is located at a proximal end of the sheath in an area for covering a portion of a forearm.

Abstract: A dog washing cover made from clear water resistance material that allows a dog washer to wash a dog while minimal mess. The dog washing cover allows the dog washer to access the dog to bath the dog but prevents water from soiling the dog washer or the surrounding area.

Abstract: An enclosure is provided having openings for entry of rodents within the enclosure. There is arranged one or more applicators in the form of a suspended flexible web configured to contact rodents entering the chamber and having a chemical on the web for application to the rodents.

Abstract: A device for cleaning an animal's paw including a container (10) adapted to retain a cleaning agent, the container defining an opening and including a side wall, a cleaning platform (50) disposed in said container and defining a space (60) between said cleaning platform and said container side wall, and a squeegee member (85) substantially covering said opening.

Abstract: Pesticide strips used to control parasitic mites in honeybees. The pesticide strips are designed to have a lifetime or period of existence, after which the strip no longer exists in its original form. The strip breaks down, such as by disintegration, dissolving, decomposition, being eaten or carrier away, or otherwise degrading over time, so that at the end of the recommended lifetime, the strip is no longer in its original form. In most embodiments, at least 50% of the strip is no longer present, and in other embodiments at least 75% of the strip is no longer present. Preferably, at the end of the recommended lifetime, the strip no longer exists, at least the body of the strip that included the active ingredient. With this design, the strip does not provide extended low-dose pesticide that can be detrimental in treating the mites.

Abstract: Livestock insect removal systems and related methods are disclosed. According to one aspect, a system can comprise a structure defining a pathway for passage of livestock. The system can also comprise a duct including first and second ends defining first and second openings, respectively. The first opening is positioned along the pathway such that the livestock moving through the pathway passes near the first opening. Further, the system comprises a vacuum device connected to the second opening and configured to draw air through the duct and away from an area surrounding the first opening such that one or more insects are displaced from the livestock or an area surrounding the livestock when the livestock passes near the first opening. The displaced insects can be drawn into the duct for placement in an insect trap.

Abstract: A combination feeder and pesticide applicator for animals in which the animal receives an application of a pesticide when it manipulates the feeder. The feeder has a feeding compartment covered by a lid which can be selectively manipulated to expose food in the feeder. The lid has an applicator such as a cattle rub attached to it through a webbing weaved in and out of a plurality of slots on the lid. The ends of the webbing are clamped together. The ends of the cattle rub are also clamped to one another. A secondary attachment mechanism can be used to further secure the cattle rub to the lid, which prevents the animal from dislodging the cattle rub from the lid.

Abstract: A bath towel bib including a collar adapted to form a releasably securable loop around a user's neck, an actuatable means for releasing the loop from around the user's neck, and an absorbent cloth fixedly attached to the collar and operatively arranged to hang from the collar in front of the user's torso when the loop is releasably secured around the user's neck, wherein the actuatable means for releasing the loop from around the user's neck is operatively arranged to actuate when the absorbent cloth is pulled in a direction away from the user's neck. The bath towel bib is particularly adapted for use while bathing a pet, in a system for bathing a pet including the bath towel bib, a bathing receptacle, and a bath mat. The bath towel bib is arranged to receive a pet from a bath, while allowing the bather to keep her hands free.

Abstract: By effectively inhibiting ozone escape from ozonized water, a livestock sterilizing method which does not have the possibility of having an adverse effect on man and livestock is provided. Sterilizing of livestock is performed by including an ozonized water producing step of producing ozonized water with a particle size R of a contained ozone bubble satisfying 0<R<50 nm and an ozone concentration of 3 ppm to 20 ppm by a gas-liquid mixing method, and a step of sterilizing livestock by using the ozonized water produced in the ozonized water producing step. Since the particle size R is 0<R<50 nm, the ozone bubbles hardly receive buoyancy of the ozonized water. Therefore, the ozone bubbles do not rise to the water level, but stay in the ozonized water. As a result, ozone escape is effectively inhibited.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for reducing microbial contamination on poultry, or on surfaces used in processing poultry, employing compositions including medium chain peroxycarboxylic acid, and to the compositions. The methods include applying a medium chain peroxycarboxylic acid composition to poultry or to the surfaces.

Abstract: Devices and methods for the controlled release or exposure of reservoir contents, and methods of manufacture thereof, are provided. The device includes a reservoir cap formed of an electrically conductive material, which prevents the reservoir contents from passing out from the device and prevents exposure of the reservoir contents to molecules outside of the device; an electrical input lead connected to said reservoir cap; and an electrical output lead connected to said reservoir cap, such that upon application of an electrical current through the reservoir cap, via the input lead and output lead, the reservoir cap ruptures to release or expose the reservoir contents. The reservoir contents can comprise a release system containing drug molecules for release or can comprise a secondary device, such as a sensor. The controlled release system may be incorporated into an implantable drug delivery or biosensing device.

Abstract: A device for the removal of small arachnids and insects from clothing and skin is provided. The device comprises a body having a first end and a second end. The device also includes an elongated stem, also having a first end and a second end. The first end of the stem is connected to the second end of the body. The device also comprises a tubular tape cartridge having: a supporting base member that is received on and freely rotates around the elongated stem, and a tape roll wound around the base member. The tape roll comprises a series of tape sections. The tape cartridge is dimensioned to be removably received over the elongated stem. The device also comprises a cap that removably covers the stem and tape cartridge. A method for removing small arachnids and insects from clothing and skin is also provided.

Abstract: The specification and drawing figures describe and show a micro layering pest control system that includes combining generally immiscible ingredients in a container, maintaining the ingredients in a combined state by substantially continuously agitating and homogenizing the combined ingredients under pressure, and discharging the combined ingredients in one or more applications.

Abstract: A pet bathing apparatus for facilitating the easy and efficient bathing of a pet is provided. The pet bathing apparatus comprises a basin having two end walls and two side walls positioned between and perpendicular to the end walls. A plurality of screen covered drains are formed in at least one of the end walls of the basin. A rail is positioned adjacent each end wall between the side walls. A pair of shackle pieces are moveable along each rail. A first tightening screw extends through the shackle pieces and tightenable against the rail for releasably securing each of the shackle pieces in place. A receiving opening formed in each leg shackle. A second tightening screw extends into the receiving opening. A plurality of leg shackles are connected to the rails with each leg shackle having a vertical section extending into the receiving opening of the shackle piece and a horizontal section extending from an end of the vertical section with the second tightening screw tightenable against the vertical section.

Abstract: A recirculated marine aquaculture system and process for growing crustaceans or other fish within a body of water. Water from the body of water is treated by stripping carbon dioxide and biological byproducts and by oxygenating the water. A water treatment unit may be provided to treat the water and provide movement to the body water. The water treatment unit can be configured to provide cavitation to the water, which aids in the removal of carbon dioxide and biological byproducts. Water may also be cycled through a deflocculation tank to reduce the floc of bacteria within the body of water to acceptable levels for optimal growth of crustaceans or other fish within a body of water. Using the system and the deflocculation tank has the advantage of significantly reducing the water exchange rates and even the water effluent, while maintaining acceptable water quality for growing crustaceans or other fish.

Abstract: A system for cleaning a dairy animal milker unit and applying dip to a dairy animal, the system includes a main control, an air supply, a water supply, a backflush fluid supply, a dip supply, a stall control for receiving the air, water, backflush fluid and dip supplies, and a safety valve that is adjacent to a downstream portion of the milker unit to control backflush and dip fluids being fed to the milker unit.

Abstract: The invention concerns an absorbent composition comprising: (a) at least 50 wt.-% of the overall composition have a particle size of less than 150 ?m and are comprised of at least one absorbent component; and (b) at least 1.0 wt.-% of the overall composition have a particle size of at least 250 ?m and are comprised of at least one particulate component, and its preferred uses.

Abstract: A method for preventing contamination of a teat during administration of a sealant comprises the steps of introducing/delivering a sterilising agent into the teat and subsequently delivering the sealant into the teat. A sealant injector 1, has a nozzle 3, with a removable protective cap 2. A sterilising agent 4 such as a bacteriocin is provided between the nozzle 3 and the contents of the sealant injector 1.

Abstract: A dispenser is provided. The dispenser has a reservoir for storing a liquid or solid material. The dispenser may have a piezoelectric valve or pump located in an opening of the reservoir for regulating dispensing of the material. Alternatively, the dispenser may have a piezoelectric inchworm that directly or indirectly propels the material against or out of the opening. The opening may deposit the material directly or indirectly on the surface of an animal, or under the animal's skin. The dispenser also has means for being attached to the surface of the animal. Alternatively, the dispenser may be placed inside the animal.

Abstract: A recessed and protruding structure for handling sand for a pet and a mat having the structure, the structure capable of removing sand or the like attached to the pet such as a dog and a cat and especially sand attached to paws of a cat by spreading apart toes without straining them during walking of the pet, is provided. A plurality of protrusions independent of each other at least at their tip end portions are provided on a base portion of the mat. A height of each independent protrusion is greater than 6 mm and smaller than 11 mm, a diameter of each independent protrusion is greater than or equal to 3 mm and smaller than 6 mm, intervals between the independent protrusions are longer than 3 mm and shorter than 9 mm, and toes of paws of the pet spread apart and the sand between the toes falls off when the pet walks on the independent protrusions.

Abstract: One embodiment includes an apparatus for retracting an animal tongue that includes a handle that is elongate and that includes a proximal portion and a distal portion and a tongue receiving cup coupled to the distal portion of the handle, the tongue receiving cup being generally concave and sized such that a first side of the tongue receiving cup extends over a first side of the tongue, a second side opposite the first side extends over a second side of the tongue that is opposite the first side of the tongue, a dorsal portion of the cup extends along the dorsal portion of the tongue and a posterior extending tip extends at least partially along the back of the tongue, the first side, second side, and posterior extending tip defining a tongue receiving cavity of the tongue receiving cup.

Abstract: A cover that attracts pet hair and other debris, while covering a table, chair, pet bed, or other item. The cover prevents moisture from penetrating completely through it, as it has a second surface to ensure that whatever it covers remains dry. Conventional means of attachment ensures that the present invention, which is biodegradable, can be held securely during use but can be easily attached and removed when desired.

Abstract: A method and device for applying germicide solutions to a cattle teat or other item in a way that reduces the amount of waste that typically accompanies this process. The present invention provides a method for cleaning a teat which comprises the steps of dipping a teat into a quantity of a preselected germicidal solution so as to coat that teat, wiping excess material from that teat and collecting the removed excess material from the teat. The present invention also provides an improved germicide applicator for use in the invented method.

Abstract: Annoying insects are controlled by attaching an insect control device to the body of the animal to be treated. The insect control is a molded article, preferably in the form of an ear tag, which has been formed from a powder mixture of coumaphos and diazinon, polyvinyl chloride, and a plasticizer. The coumaphos and diazinon are generally used in an amount that would prolong the insecticidal activity without detracting from the suitability of the device.

Abstract: Birds carry many parasites and other diseases, which pose a health risk to humans which come into contact with their habitat. However, ultrasonic waves agitate and deter birds and other pests from roosting in nearby areas. The disclosed device utilizes solar energy to power a battery pack, which in turn activates both a tone generator and its adjoining amplifier to create and emit the annoying ultrasound. In this way, birds are dissuaded from gathering in particular areas where the ultrasonic device is in use, and humans are provided a more healthy and disease-free environment.

Abstract: A device for interacting with biota either on a pre-specified schedule or via actuation by remote signal. Preferably, the biota are fauna and more particularly fish. In selected embodiments, it comprises frangible packaging enclosing means for timing interaction, at least part of the means for programming the device and means for opening the packaging. In select embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus is inserted in fish. Specific examples of the present invention are implanted in triploid grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) to facilitate control of aquatic weeds in bodies of water. When the carp have been in the water for a pre-specified period or, alternatively, long enough to effectively control the target aquatic plants, toxins in the device are dispensed to kill them. Otherwise, the carp may destroy all vegetation and harm the aquatic environment for other aquatic life.

Abstract: An enclosure is provided having openings for allowing entry of rodents into the enclosure. There is arranged one or more applicators in the form of a suspended flexible web configured to contact rodents entering the chamber and having a chemical on the web for application to the rodents.

Abstract: A mole or animal detector includes apparatus for placement over a portion of a soil surface overlaying a portion of a mole tunnel, including a detector or sensor and circuitry for detecting movement of the portion of the soil surface indicative of passage of a mole through the underlying tunnel portion and generating a signal representative thereof, the signal being directly observable or audible or otherwise sensible, or transmitted to a receiver operable for emitting a signal, for instance, at a remote location.

Abstract: The invention relates to a new conjugate, based on triiodomethane, which also contains at least one natural organic and/or modified natural organic and/or inorganic thickener. Cellulose ethers or starch ethers are particularly suitable for use as the thickener. Said conjugate can be used as a disinfectant and can be introduced into ointments or creams. As a hydrogel containing water and a solvent in addition to the conjugate, with a viscosity of between 5,000 and 400,000 mPa*s (20° C.), preferably between 10,000 and 30,000 wPa*s (20° C.), the product is extremely suitable for use as a disinfectant cleaner and hygiene product for cleaning and maintaining animal horn for example of horses, cattle and sheep. In addition, the hydrogel can contain at least one polyalcohol, in particular glycerine. According to one production method, a hydrogel is produced from water and a thickener and the polyalcohol is fast added thereto at a temperature of between 20 and 60° C.

Abstract: A non-irritant topically acceptable carrier selected from the group consisting of: a) i) at least one of tripropylene glycol methyl ether and dipropylene glycol methyl ether, and ii) at least one of alcohol, wool grease and propylene glycol, wherein (i) is present in an amount of at least about 60% wt of the carrier; b) i) at least one of octyl palmitate, octyl stearate and glyceryl tri caprylate/caprate, and ii) at least one of dioctyl succinate, isopropyl myristate, cetearyl octanoate, propylene glycol 2 myristyl ether propionate, isopropyl palmitate, isopropyl laurate, isocetyl stearate, oleic acid and methyl oleate, and optionally including iii) at least one of alcohol, wool grease and propylene glycol, wherein (ii) is present in an amount of up to about 40% wt of the carrier; and c) i) at least one of octyl palmitate, octyl stearate and glyceryl tri caprylate/caprate, and ii) at least one of alcohol, wool grease and propylene glycol, wherein (i) is present in an amount of at least about 60% wt of the car

Abstract: A pet blanket providing anti-flea properties is disclosed. The blanket is formed of an upper, permeable layer and a lower, impermeable layer, which together form a closeable pocket for receiving an insert that is impregnated with one or more anti-flea agents. As a pet reclines on the upper, permeable layer, the anti-flea agent(s) diffuse from the insert, through the permeable layer and onto the supine animal.

Abstract: An article for grooming an animal comprises a nail clipper and a source of styptic material that is mounted to the nail clipper. In the preferred embodiment, the styptic material is provided within a cartridge that is mounted to a handle of the nail clipper. A nail file is preferably provided on an outside casing of the cartridge. The cartridge further includes a bowl shaped application area that may be used to conveniently apply the styptic to the animal during or after clipping.

Abstract: A pet blanket providing anti-flea properties is disclosed. The blanket is formed of an upper, permeable layer and a lower, impermeable layer, which together form a closeable pocket for receiving an insert that is impregnated with one or more anti-flea agents. As a pet reclines on the upper, permeable layer, the anti-flea agent(s) diffuse from the insert, through the permeable layer and onto the supine animal.

Abstract: A pet blanket providing anti-flea properties is disclosed. The blanket is formed of an upper, permeable layer and a lower, impermeable layer, which together form a closeable pocket for receiving an insert that is impregnated with one or more anti-flea agents. As a pet reclines on the upper, permeable layer, the anti-flea agent(s) diffuse from the insert, through the permeable layer and onto the supine animal.

Abstract: A method for supplementing new antibody or adding additional titer of an already present antibody into the circulating system in a newborn by feeding antibody to the newborn within the first few days of its life.

Abstract: A veterinary bathing station for washing animals is shown which includes a stall having a bottom wall and enclosing sidewalls. One of the sidewalls has a door opening for ingress and egress of an animal to be bathed or groomed. A ramp is connected to the stall bottom wall by a rotatable coupling and can be rotated between a retracted and extended positions which allow the ramp to easily rotate in and out of the open space created under the bottom wall of the washing stall to thereby allow the animal ingress and egress through the wall opening.

Abstract: A pet blanket providing anti-flea properties is disclosed. The blanket is formed of an upper, permeable layer and a lower, impermeable layer, which together form a closeable pocket for receiving an insert that is impregnated with one or more anti-flea agents. As a pet reclines on the upper, permeable layer, the anti-flea agent(s) diffuse from the insert, through the permeable layer and onto the supine animal.

Abstract: A veterinary bathing station for washing animals is shown which includes a stall having a bottom wall and enclosing sidewalls. One of the sidewalls has a door opening for ingress and egress of an animal to be bathed or groomed. A ramp is connected to the stall bottom wall by a rotatable coupling and can be rotated between a retracted and extended positions which allow the ramp to easily rotate in and out of the open space created under the bottom wall of the washing stall to thereby allow the animal ingress and egress through the wall opening.

Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning, disinfection and deparasitation of animals, namely domestic pets, comprising a cabin, of a suitable size for the animal, having a means for cleaning, disinfection and deparasitation of the animal, with a programming and control means and including a circuit means for recirculation of the cleaning water and for mixing said water with clean lukewarm water, in addition to a circuit for discharging liquids to drainage, as well as glass panels which allow the animal to see outside the cabin.

Abstract: The bird vaccinating device comprises a frame, a drum or carosel rotatable on a vertical axis on this frame, schackle means for attaching birds, and being angularly spaced on said drum, motor means to rotate said drum, to present the bird successively to different operating stations, wherein said drum has a polygonal shape, preferably octagonal, each lateral side of the polygon providing a flat surface, said schackle means protruding from said surface so that an attached bird can be backed on to this flat surface by the vaccinator for proper vaccination. Preferably means are provided to cause the drum to stop if grasped by a vaccinator and to release automatically the vaccinated bird, preferably on a slide, as well as to count the vaccinated birds.

Abstract: A method is provided for treating the foot or hooves of animals used for breeding that are kept in sheds, especially cattle and particularly dairy cattle. The method is characterized in that in a first phase, the feet or hooves of the animals are cleaned with water or a detergent containing soap or tensides, using an automatic spray system in order to remove all traces of excrement, especially manure or other dirt, for example straw, and then in a second phase, the previously cleaned feet or hooves are treated with a disinfectant by wetting or spraying.

Abstract: A system for customized provision of medicated shampoos which are individualized for treatment of specific dermatological disturbances of specific and individual companion animals. The method according to the invention involves diagnosing the dermatological disturbance and then adding to a pre-mixed base shampoo a pre-mixed, medically effective amount of concentrate correlated to the particular dermatological disturbance, and then the composition is provided to the owner of the animal. According to another aspect of the invention, a kit apparatus is provided to carry out the method. According to a further aspect of the invention, packaging for shipment and display of the apparatus is provided.

Abstract: A system for customized provision of medicated shampoos which are individualized for treatment of specific dermatological disturbances of specific and individual companion animals. The method according to the invention involves diagnosing the dermatological disturbance and then adding to a pre-mixed base shampoo a pre-mixed, medically effective amount of concentrate correlated to the particular dermatological disturbance, and then the composition is provided to the owner of the animal. According to another aspect of the invention, a kit apparatus is provided to carry out the method. According to a further aspect of the invention, packaging for shipment and display of the apparatus is provided.

Abstract: A scrubbing glove for the washing and shampooing of pet animals includes a palm portion and separate finger portions, the glove and finger portions having one or more contact areas. The contact areas are covered with closely spaced resilient nubs comprising two orthonormal matrices disposed relatively diagonally to each other, a first matrix comprising higher resilient nubs, and a second matrix comprising lower resilient nubs, the higher nubs having a height relative to the pall and finger portions relative to the height of the lower nubs, in a range of about 1.5:1 to about 2.5:1, with a range of height of all nubs being between about 3 and about 20 millimeters.