Abstract: A staple remover (10) is provided having first and second arms (12, 14). Each of the arms (12, 14) include parallel sidewalls (16, 18, 22, 24) interconnected by a web (20, 26). Structure (28, 30) is provided for connecting the arms (12, 14) such that the sidewalls (16, 18) are slidable within the sidewalls (22, 24). Structure (50) is disposed between the sidewalls (16, 18) of the first arm (12) for engaging a staple between the engaging structure (50) and the web (26) of the second arm (14).

Abstract: A system for detecting standing heat of an animal (12) is provided. A generator (18) is secured to the body of the animal (12) for generating an identification signal uniquely identifying the animal (12) and for generating a time of day signal. A sensor (20) is secured to the body of an animal (10) for receiving the signals generated by the generator (18) as the animal (10) mounts the animal (12) and for receiving the signals generated by the generator (18) as the animal (10) dismounts the animal (12). The sensor (20) further transmits the signals received from the generator (18). A processor (24, 28) receives the sensor (20) transmitted signals for determining the length of time the animal (10) was in mounting contact with the animal (12).

Abstract: The specification discloses a removable paint can accessory for mounting on the rim of a paint can. An annular ring is dimensioned to cover the rim channel of a conventional paint can. A pouring spout integral with the ring extends radially therefrom. The spout includes a substantially planar surface capable of supporting a paintbrush. A leveraging means depending from the pouring spout permits force to be applied along the ring to remove the accessory from the can.