Patents by Inventor Michael Parness

Michael Parness has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20170215385
    Abstract: The invention relates to a novel pet harness and pack for comfortably harnessing a dog and providing a dispenser for waste bags one on side of the harness and a storage pouch on the opposite side. The pouches are colorfully decorated with character faces and the bags will dispense out of a portion of the character's face. A metal loop is provided beneath a cross-stitched reinforced section of fabric wherein a leash may be attached to the harness.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2016
    Publication date: August 3, 2017
    Applicant: The Kyjen Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Kyle Hansen, Michael Parness
  • Patent number: 9668456
    Abstract: The invention relates to a novel interactive pet ball launcher wherein digital circuitry in the ball and launcher will wirelessly track and record throw data, allowing a User to view the data on a readout in the launcher handle, or to transfer the data to a smartphone or computer via wireless technology or a data dongle that connects via USB in the handle of the launcher.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2017
    Assignee: Outward Hound LLC
    Inventor: Michael Parness
  • Publication number: 20170035024
    Abstract: The invention relates to a novel pet toy and treat dispenser wherein treats are inserted into a hollow center tube and a cap is placed to close the fill tube. A basket with a hole for a ball drop resides atop the fill tube. A ball must then be dropped into the basket where it will travel down a spiral track and fall onto a trip tab which will briefly open a flap and a few treats will be ejected into a dish portion in the base. The flap will then reclose in preparation for further activation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Inventors: Michael Parness, Kyle Hansen
  • Publication number: 20170001087
    Abstract: The invention relates to a novel interactive pet ball launcher wherein digital circuity in the ball and launcher will wirelessly track and record throw data, allowing a User to view the data on a readout in the launcher handle, or to transfer the data to a smartphone or computer via wireless technology or a data dongle that connects via USB in the handle of the launcher.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2015
    Publication date: January 5, 2017
    Inventor: Michael Parness
  • Publication number: 20160316719
    Abstract: The invention relates to a novel pet toy and treat dispenser which may be filled with kibble and require a pet to roll the dispenser along a surface to cause kibble to randomly eject from various apertures in the toy and treat dispenser. Internal raised fins in the center section of the dispenser cause kibble to slide and thus tumble around the inside of the dispenser to further entice the pet to interact with the treat toy and dispenser.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2015
    Publication date: November 3, 2016
    Inventor: Michael Parness
  • Publication number: 20160242385
    Abstract: The invention relates to a novel pet feeder that has a removable portion control insert to slow a pet's consumption of food kibble. Telescopic hinged legs fold inward upon themselves and lock to create multiple heights so that the feeder can accommodate pets of varying sizes. The legs may be hinged and folded completely inward and under the base piece so that the feeder can also be flush to a surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2016
    Publication date: August 25, 2016
    Inventor: Michael Parness
  • Publication number: 20160192615
    Abstract: The invention relates to a novel multiple configuration enclosure and for pets—typically dogs. The enclosure can be configured to be an open bed, a “cuddle corner” with two panels up, a four-sided enclosure or an enclosure with a top. The carrier is outfitted with four support rails and mesh insert panels to create the sides or walls of the carrier. The soft panels have mesh inserts so that the dog may be able to receive sufficient airflow and see outside of the carrier. The molded base is indented to receive a removable padded bed which may then be easily removed for cleaning. The panels break down and are stored in a pull-out drawer in the base, and wheels are attached thereto for easy portability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2015
    Publication date: July 7, 2016
    Inventor: Michael Parness
  • Publication number: 20160120146
    Abstract: The invention comprises a novel pet treat dispenser and docking station wherein a ball sits in a docking station and a dog can rotate the ball to eject treats out of apertures located around the ball. The docking station is shaped such that treats or kibble will eject away from the ball and station and the dog can easily consume the treats. The ball may also easily be lifted from the station and rolled on a surface to further interest the dog and instill chase instinct.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2014
    Publication date: May 5, 2016
    Inventors: Michael Parness, Johnny Liao
  • Patent number: 9295231
    Abstract: The invention comprises a novel pet puzzle toy and food dispenser in which treats are located in receptacles wherein retrieval requires the pet to both spin and rock the puzzle in order to obtain the food. Much like a child's teeter totter, the food will end up in the receptacle with the greater weight as a result of pressure applied by a pet. The pet is both rewarded and entertained.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2016
    Assignee: THE KYJEN COMPANY
    Inventor: Michael Parness
  • Publication number: 20160000043
    Abstract: The invention comprises a novel pet puzzle toy and food dispenser in which treats are located in receptacles wherein retrieval requires the pet to both spin and rock the puzzle in order to obtain the food. Much like a child's teeter totter, the food will end up in the receptacle with the greater weight as a result of pressure applied by a pet. The pet is both rewarded and entertained.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2014
    Publication date: January 7, 2016
    Inventor: Michael Parness
  • Publication number: 20150264887
    Abstract: The invention relates to a novel combination pet restraint and vehicle travel system wherein a unique travel system has been created around utilizing the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) mechanism and includes proprietary pet restraints, adapters, vehicle seat covers, and multiple accessories which affix thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2014
    Publication date: September 24, 2015
    Inventor: Michael Parness
  • Patent number: 9049840
    Abstract: The invention relates to a novel pet treat dispenser game wherein a dispenser that resembles a slot machine will dispense treats from one or more slots based upon pet actuation or an RFID signal into a tray for consumption. Release tabs may be lighted as well to aid in the cognitive interaction of the dog and the dispenser game.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2015
    Assignee: The Kyjen Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael Parness
  • Publication number: 20110012408
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to an infant bouncer and activity stand for entertaining an infant. The bouncer and activity stand includes at least one removable infant seat configured to hold an infant therein, with the removable infant seat of at least one of a bounceable infant seat and rotatable infant seat type. The bouncer and activity stand also has an upright support configured to receive the removable infant seat and support the removable infant seat thereon. A jumping platform is detachably securable to the upright support beneath the removable infant seat. The bouncer and activity stand also optionally has one or more toys and activities attached thereto that are configured to entertain the infant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2009
    Publication date: January 20, 2011
    Inventors: Wicky Lee, Mike Miroewski, Paul C. Gilles, Michael Parness
  • Patent number: D769546
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2016
    Inventors: Kyle Hansen, Michael Parness
  • Patent number: D833086
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2018
    Inventors: Kyle Hansen, Michael Parness