Abstract: A system for providing shade onto a surface is described herein. The system includes a canopy configured for engagement with, and aerial suspension by, a frame. The frame includes a plurality of sections configured for end-to-end alignment from a left end to a right end of the frame. Each section is configured to engage with any adjacent sections to form the frame. The ends of the frame are secured to the surface, thereby aerially suspending the canopy and providing shade to the surface.

Abstract: A system for providing shade onto a surface is described herein. The system includes a canopy configured for engagement with, and aerial suspension by, a frame. The frame includes a plurality of sections configured for end-to-end alignment from a left end to a right end of the frame. Each section is configured to engage with any adjacent sections to form the frame. The ends of the frame are secured to the surface, thereby aerially suspending the canopy and providing shade to the surface.

Abstract: A protective apparel is provided that includes a body component configured to saddle a dog. The protective apparel may include at least one body securing mechanism to secure the body component to the dog. The protective apparel may also include at least one footwear element and at least one coupling mechanism, the coupling mechanism configured to couple the at least one footwear element to the body component. The at least one coupling mechanism may be removably attached to the body component and/or to the at least one footwear element, thereby allowing the protective apparel to be easily stored.