Abstract: An animal training apparatus is comprised of a leash connector attached to a chest portion of a harness. The harness is arranged for preventing the leash connector from shifting to the back of the animal. The harness is preferably comprised of a chest strap for positioning across the chest of the animal between the tops of the front legs, a withers strap for positioning across the withers of the animal behind the neck and between the shoulders, and a girth strap for positioning across the girth of the animal behind the front legs on the underside. The leash connector is attached to an intermediate position on the chest strap for applying a rotating force to the animal when the animal moves forwards of the handler and pulls on the leash connector. The animal is prevented by the rotational force from pulling further.

Abstract: A collar structure for animal leashes includes a lead having a hoop disposed at one end thereof for a ring to be attached thereto, and a clamping piece made up of a clamping plate protruding upwards at the top side of a fixing body and supported by a spring element wherein the clamping plate of the clamping piece is pushed downwards to align a pair of symmetrical left and right clamping holes disposed thereon with a pair of matching left and right fixing holes of the fixing body thereof, and a free end disposed at the other side of the lead thereof is sequentially guided through the left fixing hole and the left clamping hole thereof before extending further to wind around the other side of the ring thereof and bend backwards to pass through the right fixing hole and the right clamping hole thereof respectively so as to form a U-shaped adjustable section and a movable collar to fit an animal's neck.

Abstract: A collar for pets includes an adjustment belt and a neck belt wherein the adjustment belt has a plurality of engagement holes equidistantly distributed at the surface of one side thereon, and the neck belt is provided with an engaging hoop attached at one side thereto. At the other side of the adjustment belt and the neck belt are respectively disposed a first and a second coupling hoops with a first and a second movable coupling belts attached at the other side of the coupling hoops thereof. The first/second movable coupling belts are respectively provided with a D-shaped first/second leash hoops at the outer side of the other end thereof, and a first/second passages disposed at the middle section thereon for holding a male and female buckle pieces with elastic buckling legs and buckling holes disposed thereon respectively.

Abstract: A pet collar comprises a strip body, a protective piece, an integrated circuit control board, a printed circuit piece, and a housing. The protective piece is either pervious the light or capable of reflecting light emitted by a motor vehicle of the like. The protective piece is attached to the outer side of the strip body by sewing so as to form a pocket in which the printed circuit piece is contained. The printed circuit piece is provided with a plurality of LED bulbs and is connected to the integrated circuit control board which is fastened with the strip body in conjunction with the housing.

Abstract: A leg wrap for wrapping a leg of an animal includes an inner wrapping sheet of flexible material, an outer wrapping sheet of flexible material, and soft, resilient filler material disposed between the inner wrapping sheet and the outer wrapping sheet. Stitching extends through the inner and outer wrapping sheets and the filler material securing the inner and outer wrapping sheets and the filler material together. The stitching forms a plurality of rectangular pillows having primary axes disposed perpendicular to the top edges and the bottom edges of the inner and outer wrapping sheets. Securement strips are releasably attached together to secure the leg wrap to the animal leg. The securement strips extend in the same direction as the lines of stitching and are placed to provide uniform tension along the leg whenever the leg wrap is used.

Abstract: A dog collar has non-adjustable buckle which permits one to remove the collar from a dog, and provides an attractive appearance. Adjustment of the length of the collar is accomplished by means of a separate adjuster.

Abstract: A TANGLE-PROOF COLLAR ASSEMBLY for restraining pets and various animals. Each embodiment utilizes a channel mounted on an annular band. The channel forms an arcuate path about the periphery of the band wherein a swivel truck assembly having 360° biaxial rotation may travel within the arcuate path of the channel. An attachment for the leash is provided on the swivel truck. Each embodiment employs a locking mechanism for securing the collar in a suitable manner to maintain the arcuate path. Additional embodiments are described that provide for a rigid collar, which may be adjusted by the addition or removal of sizing elements or sections and an alternate locking assembly. An embodiment of a harness based upon the present invention is also described.

Abstract: A non-choking collar that encompasses an animal's shoulders, thereby preventing neck, forechest, and airway injuries associated with many animal restraints. The animal shoulder collar with separation controlled hook-and-loop closure involves a length of material with opposing ends, a pair of leg openings and a hook-and-loop closure with a D-ring through the hook-and-loop that prevents separation of the hook and loop when used for restraint. Utilization of the shoulder collar involves placing the animal's front legs through the leg openings, and wrapping the opposing ends of the collar around both sides of the animal without involving the neck or forechest, and placing the opposing ends of the collar on top of the animal's shoulders where the hook fastener is placed on top of the loop fastener that is attached to a D-ring tab with a D-ring, such that the D-ring tab and the D-ring are protruding through an opening in the hook fastener.

Abstract: Animal collars, and a method for their manufacture, wherein a strong decorative and substantially filamented structure that supports a sequence of adorning items is incorporated as a functioning part of the collar structure. The present invention collar has a filamented center portion and non-filamented end members configured for adjustable fastening of the collar around the neck of a pet. A looped connection on each end of the filamented portion is formed through the use of a decorative fastener and contemplated for attachment of the filamented portion to the end members. Also, the sturdy construction of the filamented portion provides the needed strength for use under stress during pet ambulation without the risk of loss for highly valued adorning items, such as but not limited to antique glass beads, crystals, pearls, faceted objects, metallic objects, and precious and semi-precious stones.

Abstract: An adjustable animal collar provides a strap with a housing at one end and a second end connected to an engagement area. The engagement area is formed with a plurality of teeth received into the housing, where a rotating pawl engages the teeth. The pawl, pivotably rotating within the housing and partly covered in one embodiment with a cover plate, has a biasing means, which in one embodiment is a torsion spring, to bias the pawl in favor of engagement with at least one of the teeth. The biasing means can be overcome by manual pressure on a portion of the pawl, causing release of the collar. The collar may have at least one safety device preventing the pawl from being inadvertently disengaged, and a safety indicia area to visually indicate the locked or unlocked status of the collar. The collar is capable of attachment to a variety of accessories.

Abstract: A pet accessory is provided which allows for easy disassembly or removal of a collar without requiring the user to detach identification tags or the like from the collar. The collar comprises a first portion and a second portion which are releasably attached to each other to form a loop to pass around a pet's neck. The first portion preferably provides means for adjusting the overall length of the accessory. The second portion preferably provides means for attaching identification tags, vaccination tags, and the like.

Abstract: An adjustable harness and animal birth control device for female quadrupeds comprising an adjustable harness having an adjustable waist collar, an adjustable left harness strap, an adjustable central harness strap and an adjustable right harness strap, each of the harness straps being detachably secured to the waist collar, and a birth control device which is detachably secured to the adjustable harness. The adjustable harness utilizes hook and loop fastening means in order to provide proper fitting and adjustment for various sizes of quadrupeds.

Abstract: An animal collar system for safely and conveniently limiting physical movement of an animal's head. The animal collar system includes an elongate protective member having a first end and a second end. The protective member has a generally broad cylindrical structure and is preferably comprised of a resilient material such as foam material. A plurality of cutouts preferably extend into an inner section of the protective member for facilitating bending of the protective member. A securing strap is attached to the first end of the protective member and removably securable to the second end.

Abstract: A magnetic connector includes first and second connector parts, each having a respective magnet. The second connector part includes an overhanging lip positioned on one side of the respective magnet and a cord loop positioned on the opposite side of the respective magnet. The first and second magnets are oriented to automatically hold the first and second connector parts together, with the first connector part disposed in a first position between the overhanging lip and the cord loop. The overhanging lip is positioned such that a tensile force applied to the first connector part and resisted by the cord loop translates the first connector part from the first position to a second position, in which the first magnet is closer to the overhanging lip and the first connector part is at least partially received under the overhanging lip, thereby mechanically interlocking the first and second connector parts.

Abstract: An animal restraint device is comprised of two identical mating collar elements, each element having a pair of outwardly extending legs and having at least one passage on one leg and at least one tab on an opposing leg such that the two elements may be connected by passing the respective tabs of each element through the respective passages of the other element, whereby when connected the elements define an aperture for receiving the animal's neck. A method comprises engaging a pair of collar members such that when connected, a neck of the animal to be restrained is positioned in an opening defined by recesses of the first and second collar members, the engaging step comprising engaging a locking member associated with each of the collar members with a passage associated with the other of the collar members.

Abstract: The present invention is a training halter for dogs having either regular elongated muzzles or brachiocephalic (short nosed) muzzles. This dog training device replaces collars of all types, and uses pressure on top of the dog's muzzle guiding him instead of dragging or hurting him. The trainer simply turns the dog's head in the direction he/she wishes to go and the dog follows. This training device is used in conjunction with humane and positive training methods, utilizing communication techniques instead of force.

Abstract: A buckle (10) for a collar (15) includes a plug portion (11) and a socket portion (12). The plug portion (11) includes pivotable arms (35 or 47) having lugs (36 or 50) formed on the ends thereof. A spring (40 or 55) biases the outer ends of the arms (35 or 47) away from each other. The socket portion (12) has an open end (27) and opposed side openings (28). When the arms (35 or 47) are received through the open end (27), the lugs (36 or 50) will be received through the side openings (28) to attach the plug portion (11) to the socket portion (12).

Abstract: A pet collar and identification assembly for easily locating a pet which has broken away from the owner.

Abstract: The collar is disconnected from the leash by activating the mechanism in the handle assembly of the leash. The collar is fitted with a short cable which extends generally radially from the collar. A small cylinder or sphere is attached to the free end of this cable. There is a flared fitting at the end of the leash opposite to the handle end. The collar and leash are connected by trapping the cylinder or sphere in the flared fitting. The leash is a sheathed cable. The tension loads in the leash are carried by the cable. One end of the cable is anchored in the leash handle. There is a second cylinder or sphere attached to its other end and located in the flared fitting when the leash and collar are connected. The second cylinder or sphere retains the first in the flared fitting which is attached to the sheath.

Abstract: A combination dog collar and leash system. A strap has a length with a midpoint and with an interior surface and an exterior surface and an inner end and an outer end. The outer end is folded to form a first loop constituting a handle with a first stitching at the outer end forming a leash. The inner end is folded to form an overlapping extent with a second stitching at the inner end. A first segment of a pile type fastener is secured to the strap from adjacent to the outer end along the length of the handle. A second segment of a pile type fastener is secured to the exterior surface from adjacent to the inner end. A portion of a plastic buckle is secured in the second loop. A portion of a plastic buckle is slidably secured to the strap adjacent to the center of the strap.

Abstract: A collar having a variable circumference for walking and training a domestic animal. In one embodiment, the collar comprises a strap portion and a first and second coupler being attached to opposing ends of the strap portion. A reducer assembly having a first end being movably attached to the first coupler and a second end being connected to the second coupler such that the reducer assembly remains connected the strap portion. The collar further comprises a trainer fastener attached to the reducer assembly and a walker fastener attached to the strap portion. The trainer fastener is arranged and configured to receive a leash such that the circumference of the collar is variable. The walker fastener is arranged and configured to receive a leash such that the circumference of the collar is fixed.

Abstract: Collar stud that can be attached to an animal collar to function as a tag, collar lock, and/or electronic identification device. The stud includes a cap positionable adjacent an exterior of the collar and a base that is positionable adjacent an interior surface of the collar. A linkage interconnects the cap and base in a spaced apart fashion to allow a portion of the collar to be sandwiched between the interconnected cap and base. At least a portion of the linkage extends through an aperture of the collar portion and helps secure the stud to the collar portion. A transponder is preferably incorporated into the stud, wherein the transponder includes a memory storing retrievable information comprising an identification code. The code can be used to access a corresponding data record in a database.

Abstract: The invention relates to a harness comprising a belly strap for surrounding the animal belly and a front strap for surrounding the front area of the neck, joined to one another by side connecting members, a lower connecting strap joining the belly strap with the front strap, and a symmetrical length-adjustment device comprising two upper straps connecting the side connecting members respectively to a first and a second portion of a releasable clip that can be located as desired along said upper straps.

Abstract: A collar and leash assembly for securing an animal, including a collar, a leash, and a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism is connected to the collar and to a first end of the leash. A catch located on the second end of the leash is attached to the locking mechanism, forming a loop around a secure object. The catch cannot be released from the locking mechanism unless the locking mechanism is unlocked. This collar and leash assembly provides an effective means of securing an animal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ring belt. Locking units are provided in both ends of the ring belt so that they may be removably coupled to each other. An extension is formed to start from the end of the ring belt in which one locking unit is provided to extend along by the inside of the ring. A coupling ring is provided in the top end of the extension for holding a lead or a lifeline. Another coupling ring is also provided in the position corresponding to the coupling ring in the ring belt for holding a lead or a lifeline while both the locking units remain locked together. Such an arrangement enables both these coupling rings to be located in the adjacent positions with both locking units locked together so that the lead may be connected with both coupling rings. This will cause a force from the lead to be transmitted to the extension in such a way that there is no influence of this force on both locking units.

Abstract: A resilient safety dog collar including a bungee cord with a first male end and a second female end with a first aperture formed through the first end and a second aperture formed through the second end. Also included is an outside sleeve which has a male first end and a female second end with a central extent therebetween. A coupling is included along the length thereof for the majority of its extent to form a tubular opening. The second female end of the outside sleeve has a short planar extent terminating at a point with a plurality of holes therethrough in alignment with the axis of the outside sleeve. The outside sleeve has the bungee cord centrally located therewithin. Also included is an intermediate cylindrical sleeve having a first male end and a second female end located within the outside sleeve and encompassing the bungee cord and extending from within the first male end of the outside sleeve and extending therebeyond with the bungee cord also extending therebeyond.

Abstract: A strain reducing dog harness which comprises a single strap including a movable member disposed relative to the strap to define a single body loop of variable size. The strap is sized and arranged such that when mounted on the dog, the single body loop includes left and right strap portions which extend forwardly from the dog's shoulders, downwardly over the dog's chest, rearwardly under the respective left and right foreleg pits, and upwardly behind the dog's forelegs and over the dog's back. When the dog strains against a leash attached to the harness, a distributed pressure is applied to the chest, foreleg pits and back, to encourage the dog to relax to decrease the pressure. In another embodiment a single strap includes a first movable member and a second movable member which define a body loop and a neck loop.

Abstract: A multifunction collar, harness, belt or leash is provided having a accordion-fold portion that collapses to a thin shape when the collar, harness, belt or leash is in use and pulled to a taut or tight condition, and that expands when the collar, harness, belt or leash is released to a slack condition, the expanded accordion-fold portion then providing an open-top bowl or cup.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an ornamental pet collar cover having an ornamental figure secured thereto, to a kit containing the ornamental pet collar cover together with a plurality of ornamental figures, to a combination of the ornamental pet collar cover together with a pet collar, and to a combination of the ornamental pet collar together with an ornamental pet leash cover. The ornamental figure has a decorated shape and appearance to celebrate a holiday or special event. For example, the ornamental figure may be a flag to celebrate the 4th of July or other national holiday. The ornamental figure may be a heart to celebrate Valentine's day. The ornamental figure may be a cross to celebrate Easter or Christmas. The ornamental figure may be a turkey to celebrate Thanksgiving.

Abstract: A kit for forming multiple decorative dog collars has two flexible collar end sections and at least two different, decorative, flexible collar intermediate sections. Any one of the intermediate sections can be connected to the end sections to form a decorative collar. The end sections have fasteners for connecting them together for looping around the neck of a dog.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a bioassay system for retaining hematophagous arthropods, such as, but not limited to, fleas, ticks and flies, in a microenvironment which mimics the natural conditions of unconfined hematophagous arthropods feeding on an animal. The bioassay system of the present invention comprises a container and an attachment means capable of maintaining hematophagous arthropods under conditions such that the fecundity of the retained hematophagous arthropods is substantially equivalent to the fecundity of unconfined hematophagous arthropods. The container is attached to an animal by an attachment means capable of immobilizing the container to the animal in such a manner that hematophagous arthropods can feed undisturbed from the animal through the container. In one embodiment, hematophagous arthropods are retained in a container comprising a retaining means penetrable by the mouth parts of hematophagous arthropods and a gas exchange means.

Abstract: A break-away clip in dog collar allows the dog to break free if the collar is caught on a protrusion or if another dog bites and twists the collar. The break away clip separates into two halves. One half contains two resilient posts and a resilient hook. The posts are separated from the hook by the width of a rod. The second half of the clip contains a rod which is forced between the two resilient posts and the resilient hook. Tension or twisting force on the collar, which is transmitted to the clip, causes the clip to open and free the dog from its collar so the dog can escape.

Abstract: A collar for holding and leading animals comprising a strap, a quick-locking clasp for putting the strap on and for taking it off, and a fastener for attaching a lead or a chain. The collar is especially characterized by the features that the strap is fixedly connected so as to form an endless strap, the quick-locking clasp being provided parallel to a strap section to be bridged for the purpose of bridging said strap section and for adjusting a predetermined length of said strap.

Abstract: A toy leash with an adjustable harness, electronic sound and a light is attachable to one of a number of toy animals. Sound emanating from the toy leash and adjustable harness combination appears to be coming from the attached animal. Buckles and/or hook and loop fasteners are provided for adjustment of the harness. A flashlight is removably carried by the forward end of the leash. In an alternative embodiment, a section of the leash between the harness and the handle is telescopically adjustable.

Abstract: A combined harness and lead (10) for use in restraining and controlling an animal has a cord member (11) which defines a lead portion (12) and a harness portion (14). The harness portion (14) includes a neck loop (35) and a body loop (36) which may be selectively adjusted by way of an adjustment slide (15). A floating retaining slide (16) further defines the neck loop (35) and body loop (36). The adjustment slide (15) clampingly engages the cord member (11) so as to maintain said harness portion (14) in position on the animal's body.

Abstract: A device for training an animal having a first collar, a second collar, spacer members, a mechanism for simultaneously changing the perimeter of at least one of the first and second collars, and a mechanism for limiting the changing of at least one of the perimeters of the first and second collars to a maximum perimeter and a minimum perimeter such that when either or both of the collars are increased to their respective maximum perimeter the animal is prevented from getting free from the training device and when the collars are reduced to their respective minimum perimeter the animal will not be harmed.

Abstract: An animal collar having both elastic and flexible extendable and contractable characteristics and being made of a silicone rubber. The collar is of a serpentine shape which permits it to flex in the expansion and contraction of the circumference of the collar, and the elastic characteristic permits it to also expand and contract, all to accommodate the neck size of an animal and to support an identification tag.

Abstract: Slip prohibiting engaging portions provided in a female member and a male member elastically fit with each other in the crossing direction relative to a sliding and fitting direction when the female member and the male member are slid and fitted with each other to give a predetermined resistance when the female member and male member are pulled out.

Abstract: A pet collar (10) includes a first web portion (18) attached to a second web portion (19) by a locking device (16). The locking device (16) includes opposed plates (22, 23) each of which have a plurality of apertures (27, 28, 29) therein which receive the web portions (18, 19). A lock barb (26) is positioned at each end of each plate (22, 23) and the lock barbs (26) of opposed plates (22, 23) are opposed to each other so that when tension is placed upon a web portion (18, 19), the opposed lock barbs (26) will engage the web portion (18, 19) positioned therebetween.

Abstract: An animal harness for restraining an animal with a leash having a front strap, a body strap, and a width restricting strap. Each end of the front strap is attached to the body strap with a connecting member which has slits for receiving both the front strap and the body strap therethrough. The width restricting strap is designed to pass between the front legs of the animal and secured at one end to the front strap and at the other end to the body strap. At least one ring connecting member is provided on an upper part of the body strap for securing a leash thereto.