Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for breeding fly larvae, and more particularly, to an apparatus for breeding fly larvae in which a breeding chamber is divided into multiple square sections to enable larvae to progressively grow and to complete the growth thereof, the larvae with the exception of those having escaped to an emergency chamber, are collected, and the larvae having escaped to the emergency chamber emerge as flies and are moved to a fly habitat chamber arranged above the breeding chamber to live and oviposit into the breeding chamber, and the above-described process is repeated so as to automatically breed larvae.

Abstract: An absorbent article for pet includes: a liquid permeable top surface layer; a liquid impermeable back surface layer; and an absorbent core disposed between the top and back surface layer, and configured in a rectangular shape with a first end portion and a second end portion facing each other and a pair of side portions facing each other, and in a state in which the absorbent article is wrapped around a waist of a pet, the first end portion is positioned on a pet's body side and the second end portion is detachably attached to an outer face of the first end portion, in which the absorbent article for pet further includes elastic members disposed along the longitudinal direction of the absorbent article in an extended state; and a high stiffness portion that is higher in stiffness than the second end portion is formed in the first end portion.

Abstract: A modular wall assembly for growing and promoting vegetative growth is disclosed. The assembly includes a frame and a growth media disposed within the frame. The growth media includes a wicking matrix, a first nutrient transfer matrix, a second nutrient transfer matrix, and a planting matrix. A modular wall system including a plurality of the modular wall assemblies is also disclosed.

Abstract: A tree and plant watering system relating to improved transfer of water to trees and plants (both new and existing) is provided. The system comprises soil penetrators, soil anchors, and area extenders to enhance water capacity and to provide ease of water transfer to root systems. Additionally, the system provides plant growth ladders to assist upward plant growth and root apertures to assist root growth.

Abstract: Calf wet-nurse (10) comprising a container (11) provided with at least one supply opening (12) for on one hand dry powder and on the other hand liquid as well as a delivery duct (13) for the distribution of ready-mixed nutrient solution, wherein the container (11) is provided with at least one mixing duct (181, 182) connected to the container (11), at least one medium passage (191, 192, 193, 194) being arranged between the mixing duct (182, 183) and the container (11). The invention also concerns a method for a calf wet-nurse.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device and method for delivering drugs or sending or receiving information to or from a lab test animal over a long period of time without having the cords attached to the animal tangle as it moves around in its enclosure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a biodegradable landscape fabric comprising spunlaced cellulosic fibers which comprise 0% to 75% wood pulp fibers and 25% to 100% regenerated cellulosic fibers without fiber binding materials and may further comprise a colorant.

Abstract: An apparatus suitable for controlling unwanted vegetation which apparatus comprises a reservoir (2), release means (6) connected to the reservoir (2), and a nozzle (10) for applying a stream of foam including steam, connected to the reservoir (2) through the release means (6). A liquid is heated in the reservoir (2) to an elevated pressure, the liquid comprising water and a surfactant, i.e. a foaming agent, and forms a foam when discharged through the nozzle (10). The foam contains steam, and is effective at killing the foliage.

Abstract: An embodiment of a plant manipulator is disclosed, which may have a flexible cylindrical member that is bent to hold a plant in a particular configuration to train the plant. The plant manipulator may include a first end and a second end, a long edge of the flexible cylindrical member, a length of the long edge of the flexible cylindrical member, and a slit along the length of the longest edge of the flexible cylindrical member. The plant manipulator may also have a malleable rigid member with a first and second end, a long edge of the flexible cylindrical member, and a length of the long edge of the malleable rigid member. The length of the long edge of the flexible cylindrical member may be coupled along the length of the long edge of the flexible cylindrical member.

Abstract: The present invention relates to modular apparatuses for manipulation of animals and to methods of manipulating animals with the modular apparatuses of the invention. A modular apparatus according to one aspect of the present invention comprises: (a) a main support fixed to a stationary point, (b) a number of arms, each of said arms comprising a proximal end and a distal end, each changeable arm having a longitudinal axis extending between the proximal and distal ends, wherein said proximal end is pivotally mounted to the main support for rotation thereof about a first pivot axis substantially orthogonal to the longitudinal axis, and (c) one or more end of arm changeable tools, wherein said one or more end of arm changeable tools are pivotally coupled to the distal ends of each arm for rotation thereof about a second pivot axis, wherein the second pivot axis is substantially parallel to the first pivot axis.

Abstract: A fashion dog harness manufactured from fabric material is made by cutting a section of fabric that is long enough to accommodate the belly circumference of a target dog size group, plus some overlap. A preferred embodiment using a facsimile of the waistband areas of jeans or trousers is contemplated. A neck hole is cut in a bell-shape to accommodate the dog's neck. A set of hook and loop closure patches is sewn or otherwise affixed to the outer ends of the piece, and a metal D-ring is attached at the top center of the harness, by linking it to a strip of polypropylene webbing concealed longitudinally within the harness. The harness is used by slipping the dog's head through the neck hole, fastening the hook and loop closure under the belly, and attaching a leash to the metal D-ring.

Abstract: A system and method for providing a supplement. The system includes a pump having an inlet and an outlet line. The inlet line is coupled to a container, and the container has a supplement. The outlet of the pump is coupled to a nozzle. The system can be housed in a support box which is coupled to a feeder which has feed. Feed is discharged from the feeder, and the pump sprays a supplement to partially coat the discharged feed. Nutrients, vitamins, etc. can be added to the supplement which can add to the value of the feed.

Abstract: A mobile animal waste collection station which facilitates the collection and disposal of animal waste in a sanitary manner is provided, which station includes a mobile station having a base frame supported on a plurality of wheels, a shaft extending from the base frame and terminating in a handle section, a waste collection receptacle securable to the base frame, an animal waste pickup tool such as a “pooper scooper” which is detachably securable to the shaft, and other tools and supplies for use in the waste collection and disposal process, whereby the collection station can be easily transported between waste pickup locations.

Abstract: Herein described is a portable sanitation apparatus for pet waste disposal and method for using the same comprising an overall composite structure with a plurality of primary layers with one or more sublayers and an engagement means for attaching the two primary layers together.

Abstract: A self contained decorative planter for cultivating and displaying plants that comprises; a power supply, a hollow structure for accepting plants oriented with the root or base of the plant facing the inside of the structure, a reservoir in contact with an ultrasonic transducer for producing a water or nutrient vapor to distribute throughout the inside of the hollow structure, and a lighting system in which light is directed towards the outside surface of the structure. The hollow structure may take on wide range of decorative shapes with plants artistically arranged throughout with the leaf or flower portions oriented outward.

Abstract: A wall mounted agricultural system that includes a mounting structure including a first end and a second end and supported from a substantially vertically extending wall surface, and at least one planter box that includes a plurality of sidewalls and a bottom wall that cooperate to form a compartment adapted to receive plant matter therein and an upwardly opening aperture adapted to receive a fluid therethrough, wherein at least one of the side walls comprises a rear wall facing the wall surface, the at least one planter box is adapted to mount to the mounting structure such that the rear wall is spaced from the wall surface to create a space therebetween, and wherein the at least one planter box includes an aperture in fluid communication with the compartment and the space positioned between the rear wall and the wall surface.

Abstract: A fish food dispensing assembly is comprised of: (A) a handle member; (B) a perforated container that is selectively magnetically linked to a handle member; and (C) a fish food containment ring configured to be magnetically linked to the perforated container and to the handle member. The perforated container is configured to receive fish food therein and is placed within the containment ring such that the fish food dispensed within the aquarium is substantially dispensed within a specific location within the aquarium. A floating containment ring orients a brush plate in convenient parallel position for convenient linking to the handle member. LEDs on the handle member provide illumination in different colors.

Abstract: This invention provides a truncated, ground-embeddable conical irrigation ring having an integral weed-abatement collar. The slight conical nature of the ring allows for nested stacking of the devices. A first embodiment device has an annular collar with a circular outer perimeter. The weed-abatement collar is wide enough to prevent most weeds from beginning growth outside the ring, creeping over the edge thereof, and into the plant growing region within the ring. The ring prevents water that is provided to a plant growing within the ring from seeping outwardly into soil were no plant growth is wanted. A second embodiment has a hexagonally-shaped weed-abatement collar that allows for honeycomb arrangements of multiple devices which completely cover the ground between irrigation rings. A third embodiment also has a hexagonally-shaped weed-abatement collar. Half of the collar perimeter is equipped with a light-blocking underlapping shelf.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for plants, said apparatus that features a planter with a closed bottom, sidewalls, and an open top, wherein a protruding lip is defined on an exterior surface of the sidewalls in proximity to the open top; and a first cover with an open bottom, sidewalls, and a closed top, wherein a set of clasping mechanisms are located on two opposing sidewalls in proximity to the open bottom, and wherein the clasping mechanism reversibly attaches the cover to the lip of the planter. The invention further provides a second, insulating cover with an open bottom, sidewalls, and a closed top, wherein the second cover is received by the first cover after the first cover is reversibly attached to the planter.

Abstract: 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. The system further includes selecting an insecticide for controlling certain insects and selecting an oil, based on predetermined conditions, for mixing and applying to animals via the micro layering pest control system.