Abstract: The present invention provides a dog collar comprising: a first strap, a plurality of prong elements carried by the first strap, a second strap, and two cam buckles secured to the second strap. The first strap is secureably connected to the second strap through the two cam buckles.

Abstract: A pet collar (10) includes a first elongate strap (14) and a plurality of retainers (13) which are carried by the strap (14). The retainers (13) receive a second elongate strap (12) which can be of a material such as found in a conventional flea collar. When positioned on the pet, the first strap (14) hides the second strap (12) so that it is not apparent that the pet is wearing the second strap (12).

Abstract: A pet amusement device formed in two halves, with a scratching pad removably attached to one half and an interior space accessible through openings in the second half. A ball with a bell may be contained in the interior space, allowing a pet to reach through the openings to play with the ball. A continuous track may surround the device, and a ball may be contained within the track, allowing the pet to bat the ball around the track.

Abstract: A pet harness 10 includes a body portion (11) made of two sheets of fabric material (14). A cord (15), having a fabric piping (18) positioned around it, is attached to the periphery of the body portion (11). A plurality of straps (12) are attached to the fabric material (14) and to the cord (15).

Abstract: A deshedding tool (10) for removing hair from a pet includes a handle (13) which carries a blade holder (14). A blade assembly (20) is carried by the blade holder (14). The blade assembly (20) includes a plurality of sawtooth blade segments (21) and a plurality of blade guards (22). The blade segments (21) and the blade guards (22) alternate with each other, and the blade guards extend outwardly from the blade holder (14) and downwardly from the blade holder (14) farther than the blade segments (21).

Abstract: Retractable leashes use a braking mechanism to stop a dog from movement. A mechanism is provided for smoothly or gradually braking the unreeling of the line, and can include a brake with a pad or pads for stopping the dog much like a bicycle. The brake and pads allow the user to squeeze the trigger lightly or more aggressively to slow and stop the dog's movement without the sudden jerk of traditional retractable leashes. The consumer may ultimately clamp down on the trigger to clamp the pads to the reel instantly for an aggressive stop if needed.

Abstract: A pet harness 10 includes a body portion (11) made of two sheets of fabric material (14). A cord (15), having a fabric piping (18) positioned around it, is attached to the periphery of the body portion (11). A plurality of straps (12) are attached to the fabric material (14) and to the cord (15).

Abstract: A deshedding tool (10) for removing hair from a pet includes a handle (13) which carries a blade holder (14). A blade assembly (20) is carried by the blade holder (14). The blade assembly (20) includes a plurality of sawtooth blade segments (21) and a plurality of blade guards (22). The blade segments (21) and the blade guards (22) alternate with each other, and the blade guards extend outwardly from the blade holder (14) and downwardly from the blade holder (14) farther than the blade segments (21).

Abstract: A strap adjuster to adjust the length of a strap, such as used to form a pet collar, includes side rails and end rails defining a body. A central cross member and spaced ribs extend between the side rails, the central cross member, ribs, and end rails acting to define a plurality of openings. One side of the strap is looped around the central cross member and a second layer of the strap is passed into the strap adjuster through an opening between one rib and one end rail and passes out of the strap adjuster through an opening between the other rib and the other end rail. The ribs include notches or a textured upper surface to provide increased friction with a bottom surface of the strap.

Abstract: A buckle (10) is preferably formed of identical portions (11) each including a metallic base member (12) and a plastic cover (22) molded around a portion of the base member (12). The base member includes a first flange (14) having a slot (16) therein, and a second flange (15) having an opening (18) therein. The cover (22) includes a body portion (23) which carries a magnet (25). A tab (26) and projection (27) form a hook on the body portion (23), and a slot (29) is formed on the body portion (23). When the two portions (11) are attached together to form the buckle (10), the magnets (25) are adjacent to each other and the hook of one portion (11) is received in the slot (29) of the other portion (11). To form a collar (30), one end of a strap (31) is attached to a portion (11) through the slot (16) and the other end of the strap (31) is attached through the other portion (11) through its slot (16). The openings (18) are also aligned so that a leash or the like may be connected to the buckle (10).

Abstract: A connector (10) includes a housing (34) and an arm (43) pivotally connected to the housing (34). A hook (48) is formed on one end of the arm (43) and a spring (49) is positioned between the arm (43) and the housing (34). The connector (10) can be used to attach two items of many configurations together, but it is particularly suited to attach strap ends of an item such as a halter (11) having a strap (12) and a strap (13) interconnected by a plurality of tab straps (20, 21, 22). The strap (12) is interrupted to form a portion (32) carrying the connector (10) and another portion (31) carrying an o-ring (29) which can be engaged between the hook (48) and the housing (34).

Abstract: A hook and an eye are integral with and located at opposite longitudinal ends of a body. The hook includes a tip spaced from the body and defining a mouth for attachment of the hook to a ring or other object. A lock pin mounted in the body moves axially between a closed position engaging the tip of the hook and an open position. The body has a flat, easily gripped shape with a button at one side movable in a transverse direction. A cam system translates transverse button movement into axial movement of the lock pin, and provides a decreasing force-displacement characteristic. The hook is designed to break to prevent user injury in the event of excessive force, and includes a ramp surface facilitating detachment of the hook.

Abstract: A connector (10) includes a housing (34) and an arm (43) pivotally connected to the housing (34). A hook (48) is formed on one end of the arm (43) and a spring (49) is positioned between the arm (43) and the housing (34). The connector (10) can be used to attach two items of many configurations together, but it is particularly suited to attach strap ends of an item such as a halter (11) having a strap (12) and a strap (13) interconnected by a plurality of tab straps (20, 21, 22). The strap (12) is interrupted to form a portion (32) carrying the connector (10) and another portion (31) carrying an o-ring (29) which can be engaged between the hook (48) and the housing (34).

Abstract: A connector (10) includes a housing (34) and an arm (43) pivotally connected to the housing (34). A hook (48) is formed on one end of the arm (43) and a spring (49) is positioned between the arm (43) and the housing (34). The connector (10) can be used to attach two items of many configurations together, but it is particularly suited to attach strap ends of an item such as a halter (11) having a strap (12) and a strap (13) interconnected by a plurality of tab straps (20, 21, 22). The strap (12) is interrupted to form a portion (32) carrying the connector (10) and another portion (31) carrying an o-ring (29) which can be engaged between the hook (48) and the housing (34).

Abstract: An animal restraint leash (10) includes a lead (12) having a handle loop (20) formed at one end and a clasp (18) positioned at the other end to allow leash (10) to be attached to an animal. A grip member (22) is slidably received around the lead (12) and provides the user with a second grip area with which to maintain control over an animal's movements. The grip member (22) may be moved into various positions along the length of the lead (12), however, when a gripping force is applied to the grip member (22), preferably at the area of a depression (30), the grip member (22) will engage the lead (12) so as to maintain control over the animal. By sliding the grip member (22) to a desired position along the length of the lead (12) and then exerting a gripping force to the grip member (22), various control lengths of the animal restraint leash (10) may be maintained.

Abstract: A system for holding a pad (P) includes a plurality of corner members (11) including a base portion (13) made of a rigid plastic material and an insert portion (18) made of a resilient material. A frame is formed by interconnecting the corner members (11) with connector members (12). The insert portion (18) is provided with a plurality of cuts (19) which receive and hold the pad (P) near the corners thereof.

Abstract: A system for holding a pad (P), such as a pet training pad, includes a plurality of corner members (11) including a base portion (13) made of a rigid plastic material and an insert portion (18) made of a resilient material. A frame is formed by interconnecting the corner members (11) with connector members (12) preferably in the form of rods (20). The insert portion (18) is provided with a plurality of cuts (19) which receive and hold the pad (P) near the corners thereof.