Abstract: There is provided a new and useful water sprinkler unit for use as a toy in connection with a water source in which the unit is constructed so as to be within a single housing. The unit comprises a water inlet, a water sprinkler head and a fluid conduit between the water inlet and the water sprinkler head. There is also provided a power supply, motion-detection apparatus with up to 360 degrees visibility and a valve between the water inlet and the water sprinkler head. Circuits are provided to control the valve wherein the circuits open the valve for a pre-determined or variable period of time in response to movement detected by the motion-detection apparatus.

Abstract: An apparatus for deterring animals from intruding into gardens, fields, yards, etc. has at least one sprinkler which produces an initial sudden jet of water to frighten or startle an animal. The apparatus has a water sprinkler, preferably on which is an impulse type sprinkler that produces a series of pulse sprays. The sprinkler has a connection line to a water supply a low voltage electrically operated shut-off valve is provided in the connection line with a low voltage battery or other type of power source. An infrared proximity sensor senses a presence such as an animal. The sensor is powered by a battery and opens the shut-off valve in the connection line to turn on the sprinkler.