Abstract: The crossbow tripod rest is configured for use with a crossbow. The crossbow tripod rest is configured for use with a tripod. The tripod is further defined with a tripod head and a quick release plate. The quick release plate attaches the crossbow to the tripod head such that the tripod forms a load path that supports the weight of the crossbow above a supporting surface. The crossbow tripod rest comprises a cylindrical structure, a first quadric segment, a second quadric segment, and a plurality of shims. The first quadric segment and the second quadric segment are formed in the cylindrical structure. The plurality of shims secure the crossbow in the crossbow tripod rest.

Abstract: The invention is a device to comfort pets such as canines or felines. The device has an L shaped side view shape with a front part that has a sensor means such as a photoelectric cell or activation pads. The sensor activates the petting hand and speaker which reproduces a sound or voice when the pet walks upon the device platform. The sensors are connected in series to a rheostat which controls the rotation speed of electric motor. The electric motor is mechanically connected to a gear box which converts the motion from the motor into arcuate motion. In the preferred embodiment the gear box converts rotational motion from said electric motor into reciprocating arcuate motion with a pitman, crankshaft, journal and a depressed cam cut. In either case the arcuate motion is transferred a rod. A second end of a rod is attached to the hinge end. The rod has a flexible means and a first end. Attached to the first end is a soft artificial hand shaped construct.