Abstract: An apparatus for removably attaching a brush to the interior of a portal whereby a flexible brush backing to which the brush is attached is slid into, and retained by, grooves in the portal. The brush backing is removable from the portal without removing the portal from the door, wall, or other article into which the portal is installed.

Abstract: A system for applying an insecticide onto livestock. The system includes a gate assembly, two side brush assemblies, and an applicator assembly. During use, an animal contacts the applicator assembly, thereby causing the insecticide to exit the applicator assembly and contact the animal, where it is applied by the applicator assembly and the two side brush assemblies. The system is configured to efficiently and conveniently apply the insecticide onto the animal and reduce or eliminate a need for manually applying the insecticide onto the animal.

Abstract: A brush device for animals without an actuator connected to the brush device, which is intended for fixed installation in the construction of an animal shed for animals to use independently, including a base for fastening the brush device to a wall, a column or some other structure, a pendulum frame diverging from the base made such that it extends out of the base and to it is fastened a bristle section against which animals rub up. Between the base and the pendulum frame diverging from it, there is a joint which enables the pendulum-like rotational motion of a brush section around a rotation axis.

Abstract: A method and system providing farm decision support relating to individual animals in a herd in a farm environment includes a brush station having a reader configured to remotely register, via identification devices, an identity of each animal visiting the brush station responsive to a detection unit detecting a repositioning of the brush from a neutral position resulting from an animal pushing against the brush. The reader unit has a detection range within which identity data can be read out from the identification device of each animal. In response to a detected repositioning of the brush, the reader unit registers the identity data from a first detected identification device within the detection range, and forwards the identity data to a processing unit via an output interface. The processing unit stores registered data representing animal visits to the brush station as decision support data.

Abstract: Livestock insect-removal systems and methods. According to one embodiment, the system may comprise a structure with a defined path for passage of livestock. The system may comprise a container removably attached to the structure and a vacuum device within the container configured to generate a change in pressure within the container. The system may comprise a first duct to expel air from the container and direct air across the path and displace or dislodge insects. The first duct may further comprise a vent to expel bypass air from the first duct. The system may comprise a second duct, positioned along the path to draw air and dislodged insects into the container.

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 TREADMILL FOR DISINFECTING PET PAW PADS, having a mechanical treadmill built from a rectangular structure that houses two transversal axles at opposite ends and mounted upon which are two rollers which feed an adhesive strip. The adhesive strip is coiled in such a way that the distance between the rollers forms an upper surface walking belt including an adhesive area that provides adherence to residual waste when coming into to contact with pet paws (cats and dogs). Said adhesive area is the exposed surface of the adhesive strip that when submitted to an applied force it reacts by spinning both rollers installed on the axles in the same direction, thus moving the adhesive strip.

Abstract: An animal insecticide applicator is presented. The applicator includes a bag for holding a quantity of insecticide, the bag having a top, two sides and a bottom. The bag is formed of a first layer of coarse mesh material through which powder insecticide can pass. A rigid tubular support is coupled with and extends across the top of the bag. A first tie rope is secured to and extends at least partially across a first side of the bag and then through the tubular support in a first direction. This tie rope terminates in a length which is hanging free at a second side of the bag. The second tie rope is secured to and extends at least partially along the second side of the bag. This tie rope is passed through the tubular support in the opposite direction of the first tie rope and includes the length hanging free at the first side of the bag. In one embodiment the applicator also includes couplers for joining two identical bags together.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for variably discharging one or more ingredients other than water on an animal. A nozzle operatively connected to a valve discharges the ingredients. The animal is detected by a either an ultrasonic sensor, a diffused deflective infrared sensor, or single sensing probe sensor. A variety of structural members selectively position the apparatus in relation to the animal. A programmable controller varies the discharge of ingredients on the animal from a continuous application to a variety of interrupted sequences. A timer assembly schedules applications of ingredients on a daily, weekly, or even monthly basis.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hygiene system for cleaning the hoofs or claws or feet of animals or persons walking over it, having a liquid-saturated or liquid-absorbing mat, in particular a foam mat, characterized in that the mat is surrounded at least in part, at least on the underside and/or on the sides, by a liquid-proof flexible barrier layer and/or a liquid-permeable flexible permeated layer, and the mat is secured with a separable connection to the flexible barrier layer.

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: Insects on an animal includes a reservoir for holding one or more ingredients including one or more chemicals. Also included is a delivery system for discharging the one or more ingredients on an animal. A water encapsulation member is mountable on the delivery system for applying water on an animal. A detection device that is selectively positionable on the delivery system is provided for detecting the location of an animal in relationship to the apparatus.

Abstract: The method for automatic dosing of drugs utilizes a delivery device which may be administered to an animal. The delivery device is configured to have one or more compartments or reservoirs, each containing at least one drug so that a plurality of doses of the drug(s) are held within the device. In accordance with the present invention, the delivery device selectively releases doses of the drug(s) to provide an efficacious dosing pattern. One primary function of the present invention is to release two or more pesticides in such a pattern that parasites are effectively controlled while preventing the development of tolerance to the drugs within the parasites. Preferably, the delivery device is programmable to effectuate the release of the drug(s) at a desired time to maintain efficacious levels of the drug while minimizing the amount of drug which must be used.

Abstract: A mechanism to dispense a variety of medications to an animal. The mechanism includes a pump 14 which when operated delivers a dose of medication of predetermined volume to an associated dispenser 16, There is a plurality of pumps 14 each having an associated dispenser 16, Each dispenser 16, when operated, activates a control unit 13 which in turn activates the associated pump 14 so that a dose of predetermined volume is delivered to the dispenser 16.