Abstract: A toy device for an animal wherein a catapulting apparatus is disposed on a base whereupon a toy-like member is catapulted from the apparatus in a horizontal-like trajectory, whereupon the animal will chase and capture the toy-like member. A string is connected between the apparatus and the toy-like member so that the toy-like member is recoiled back upon the base for a repetition of events. A microcontroller is provided for use with the catapult device so that the catapult works on a timing mechanism and operates at a predetermined time interval. The apparatus can be either battery operated or can use conventional 110-volt alternating current as its power source.

Abstract: A game apparatus for play between two opposing teams and including a game board with a cover simulating a playing field, with one goal at each end of the simulated playing field is disclosed. The game board is electrically conducting, and the cover which forms openings over the playing area is electrically insulating. The game apparatus also includes a movable playing piece having an electrically conducting base suitable for making contact with the game board through the openings formed in the cover. The electrically conducting base includes a spring coiled around a marker and extending beyond the tip of the marker when uncompressed. The electrically conducting base is electrically connected to a power supply and an electrically operable alarm device so that the alarm device is operated when the base of the playing piece touches the game board, but not when the base touches the cover without touching the game board.