Abstract: A pet stroller having a frame assembly and a cloth platform enclosure connected to a platform enclosure member that defines a base and a sidewall of a pet seating area. Upper and lower canopy bars are pivotably connected to the handle and are pivotable to extend or retract a canopy over the pet seating area. A cloth canopy assembly is connected to the handle and the upper and lower canopy bars. A latch assembly clamps the lower canopy bar to the platform enclosure member to form an enclosed pet seating area.

Abstract: A device for limiting access of an animal is disclosed. The device includes a housing having a sidewall defining an opening therein, and a housing interior in communication with the opening. The device also includes an opening-size selectable member engageable with at least a portion of the housing for restricting at least one dimension of the opening to form a modified opening. The modified opening allows passage of a first animal into the housing interior through the opening, and restrains a second animal from entering the housing interior. In one configuration, the second animal is than the first animal.

Abstract: A docking device, for a milking parlor with a rotary platform and a plurality of milking stalls, includes a first docking unit with a part of a first milk line connected to the platform and a second docking unit with a part of a second milk line separately arranged from the platform. At least one of the docking units includes an adjusting mechanism allowing an adjustment of a position of said docking unit in relation to the other docking unit. At least one of the docking units is associated with a guiding surface configured to guide the other docking unit during the movement in order to reach the docking position in which a closed connection is provided between the outlet opening of the first docking unit and the inlet opening of the second docking unit.

Abstract: According to the present invention there is provided an animal alimentation device comprising a body, an alimentation area, a lid for said area, a lock for said lid, and a actuation means for the lock; characterised in that said key and the lock are equipped with complimentary characteristics, wherein said characteristics are such that approximation of the key to the lock allows it to as an actuator of the actuation means, and the lid is arranged to be elevated by a separate mechanism.

Abstract: A method for tagging and tracking animals utilizes a plurality of user accounts and a plurality of species profiles. A user account of the plurality of user accounts is utilized to enter tag information from a tag of a plurality of tracking tags. More specifically, the tag is attached to a specific animal. When the tag information is entered, a relevant profile from the plurality of species profiles is selected. The relevant profile has information related to the specific animal. Next, the user completes a plurality of fields related to the specific animal which is saved into the relevant profile. Simultaneously, a list of geographical information is completed and saved into the relevant profile. As a result, the relevant profile is saved with the latest information of the specific animal. When required, a premium account of the plurality of user accounts is used to view the relevant profile.

Abstract: A grooming box is provided in order to easily install member(s) and a work space for pet grooming anywhere, and efficiently collect groomed hair, and prevent the groomed hair from scattering outside the grooming box. The grooming box is a compact, easily assemblable and portable box so that members necessary for grooming is accommodated compactly in the box in vertical directions, and a work space where a groomer works is foldably formed. Further, the grooming box includes an air circulating type cleaning device, an air curtain device, and an ion generating device.

Abstract: A method for creating a video for pets, comprising: creating visual content for the video; and creating auditory content for the video, wherein the auditory content comprises: a musical arrangement that has a relaxing effect on dogs, the musical arrangement characterized by a tempo in the range of 50 to 70 beats per minute (BPM), and one or more sounds that have a stimulating effect on dogs.

Abstract: An antler shedding apparatus is provided. The antler shedding apparatus includes a base frame, a feed tray and a plurality of flexible uprights. The base frame supports the feed tray in an upright elevated position. The feed tray includes a feeding portion. Feed is retained within the feeding portion. The plurality of flexible uprights are secured to the antler shedding apparatus and surround the feeding portion. The feed attracts a deer to the antler shedding apparatus. When the deer's head enters through the flexible uprights, the antlers 68 may be removed from pedicle without harming the deer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a dog leash having intelligent lighting to improve safety. In one aspect, the dog leash includes a central cavity holding a retractable leash and an extension sensor to detect when the retractable leash is extended beyond a threshold distance. The dog leash also includes an ambient light sensor to detect a surrounding light intensity. In addition, the dog leash includes a set of lights to automatically illuminate a dog being walked by a walker, a perpendicular area, and/or the walker themselves when the extension sensor detects that a leash is extended beyond the threshold distance when the ambient light sensor detects that a surrounding ambient light is below a threshold value using a processor and a memory of the dog leash.

Abstract: One embodiment of a thin movable guide (30) consisting of a vertical panel (6) with hexagonal penetrations (8), and midribs (20) placed in the hive to bisect the hive while lying parallel with the comb frames (26) such that all components can be moved from or within the hive with a minimum of disturbance to the colony of bees housed therein. The guide (30) can be used singly or in multiples to maintain bee-space by inserting it between or in place of one or more of the frames (26). The device guides bees to produce regular shaped and spaced wax comb while permitting movement of bee castes between combs. When used side-by-side in groups (38) the guide (30) reduces tendencies for overcrowding leading to swarming while allowing the free movement of bees within the created space to keep the hive clean. Other embodiments are described as shown.

Abstract: The invention relates to a transgenic non-human mammal comprising human immunoglobulin mu and epsilon heavy-chain constant transgenes C? and C? inserted in place of endogenous mu heavy-chain switch sequence S?, and its use for producing chimeric human immunoglobulin E antibodies specific for an antigen of interest.

Abstract: Non-human animals, methods and compositions for making and using the same, are provided, wherein said non-human animals comprise a humanization of a Cluster of Differentiation 274 (CD274) gene. Such non-human animals may be described, in some embodiments, as having a genetic modification to an endogenous CD274 gene so that said non-human animals express a Programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1) polypeptide that includes a human portion and an endogenous portion (e.g., a non-human portion).

Abstract: Non-human animals, and methods and compositions for making and using the same, are provided, wherein said non-human animals comprise a humanization of an endogenous cluster of differentiation (CD) gene, in particular a humanization of a CD47 gene. Said non-human animals may be described, in some embodiments, as having a genetic modification to an endogenous CD47 gene so that said non-human animals express a CD47 polypeptide that includes a human portion and a non-human portion (e.g., a murine portion).

Abstract: A fishing lure that includes a hull and a diving plane on a head portion of the hull is provided. The hull can have a pair of side walls oriented on opposite sides, a top wall, and a bottom wall. The hull can define a cavity therein. The side walls can be sufficient to allow for contraction and expansion at different water temperatures during fishing. A method of fishing is also generally provided using such a fishing lure.

Abstract: A fishing lure (10) comprising a flexible frame (12) formed from first and second side walls (18, 20) defining a tubular member (14). One or more hook connections (32) are provided on the frame for receiving fishing hooks (34). The first and second side walls (18, 20) may be flexed apart to receive a bait fish (11) and will flex back to secure the bait fish (11) within the tubular member (14).

Abstract: The invention is a fishing reel handle drag system and a fishing reel having a handle drag system which comprises a reel housing, a shaft extending through the housing, a reel spool is mounted on the spindle and has at least one spool face, the spool is rotatable in first and second opposite directions, a crank or handle member is provided for rotating the spool in a first direction, an anti-reversing device is provided to prevent the crank from rotating with the spool when moving in the second direction, the crank is secured to one end of the shaft adjacent the spool face, the crank is adapted to lever axially toward and away from the spool face, a wave washer is provided on the shaft between the crank member and the spool face whereby when the spool is rotated in the second direction and the crank member is levered toward the spool face the wave washer is caused to be compressed against the spool face to thereby generate drag against the rotating spool.

Abstract: A horseshoe with clips, blister member for a clip, and a method of applying a shoe to a horse's hoof. Using a blister member over each of a pair of upward extending clips attached to the outer side of a horseshoe and attaching the blister member to the shoe and the horse's hoof, adhesive is inserted into the blister to adhere each clip to the hoof wall thereby retaining the horseshoe on a horse's hoof.

Abstract: The present invention includes an automated animal euthanization device for the destruction of an animal comprising: a housing having an housing opening to allow access to an interior cavity; a perch having a first perch end that extends into the interior cavity and a second perch end that extends through the housing opening and configured to accommodate the animal; a feed container position about the first perch end to provide food for the animal; an electrode set extending into the housing opening to contact the bird as it is positioned to eat the food; a camera position in the interior cavity to take a target image of the animal; a control unit connected to the camera to receive the target image and compare the target image to a set of reference images; a power supply connected to the control unit, the electrode set, and the camera to provide power for the operation thereof; and a container positioned below the perch to collect the animal falling from the perch.

Abstract: A mouse trap device for non-lethally trapping mice and other rodents. The mouse trap includes a housing defining an interior volume, wherein the housing can resemble a building, rocket ship, or other decorative structure. The interior volume of the housing is accessed via an opening on a lower end thereof that allows a mouse to fit therethrough. A trapping structure having one or more sidewalls and an open upper end removably covered by a trap door is disposed within the housing, wherein the trapping structure is used to trap the mouse within an interior volume thereof. The mouse trap further includes a pathway and a platform, wherein the pathway leads a mouse to the platform that is disposed adjacent to the trap door. The platform can support bait thereon so as the mouse moves towards the bait, it will be required to step on the trap door and fall therethrough.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the use of various pigments and colorants that absorb light in the UV range as functional feeding cues for birds and ungulates to synergistically enhance the repellency effect of poly cyclic quinones, specifically 9,10 anthraquinones.

Abstract: Blood and platelet storage and rejuvenating compositions that include triciribine, triciribine metabolites, triciribine analogs, and mixtures of the same are disclosed. Such compositions can be useful in methods for treating (e.g., storing and rejuvenating) red blood cells and platelets.

Abstract: A composition comprising a surfactant, a co-surfactant, and a vanillin or an analogue thereof, that can be used to inhibit the growth of fungus on plants. The composition is diluted with water to form an oil-in-water microemulsion which can be applied to plants to inhibit the growth of fungus on plants.

Abstract: A sustained-release solid pesticidal formulation comprising pesticidal active ingredient and a zeolite as specified below, wherein the solubility in water of the pesticidally active ingredient is 100 to 100000 mg/L, and wherein the zeolite has SiO2 and Al2O3 in total of 90% by weight or more to the weight of the zeolite, has molar ratio of SiO2/Al2O3 of 4 or more, and has an average particle size of 10 ?m or less.

Abstract: Methods of eliminating spores of spore forming bacteria from the genus Clostridium on a surface comprise contacting the surface with an effective amount of an acidic aqueous composition having an acidic pH of from about 1 to about 4 and comprising from about 100 to about 2000 ppm dissolved chlorine dioxide, and a surfactant system having wetting effect and a spore solubilising effect. The surfactant system comprises at least two hydrocarbon ionic surfactants stable for oxidation at the acidic pH, of which at least two surfactants have a difference in hydrocarbon chain length of at least four carbon atoms.

Abstract: Compositions and methods of use having a combination of carvacrol and thymol are found to have synergistic antimicrobial activity against feed pathogens.

Abstract: A composition for cleaning, disinfecting, protective treatment, or a combination thereof of technical surfaces contains microparticles loaded with an antibacterially effective ingredient. The antibacterially effective ingredient can be totarol. Microparticles loaded with totarol can be used for the coating of medical implants. Medical implants coated with a composition for cleaning, disinfecting, protective treatment or a combination thereof are provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel antimicrobial compositions. In one embodiment, the antimicrobial composition comprises an antimicrobial effective amount of a mixture comprising (a) two or more fatty acids, each of which is natural or naturally derived, and (b) at least one of (i) a natural or naturally derived product, (ii) an alcoholic solvent, or (iii) an organic acid or a salt thereof. The present invention also provides a product comprising a preservative effective amount of the aforementioned mixture.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I), in which the substituents are as defined in claim 1, are suitable for use as nematicides.

Abstract: A biocidal composition comprising 2,2-dibromomalonamide and an oxidizing biocide, and its use for the control of microorganisms in aqueous and water-containing systems.

Abstract: Provided is a plant disease control composition having a broad spectrum against various plant pathogens, and shows excellent controlling effects (synergistic controlling effects) which cannot be expected from a single component alone. The plant disease control composition comprises (Group a) at least one quinoline compound represented by the formula: (wherein R1, R2: an alkyl which may be substituted, an aryl which may be substituted, etc.; R3, R4: H, an alkyl which may be substituted, etc.; X: halogen, an alkyl which may be substituted, etc.; Y: halogen, alkyl, etc.; n: 0 to 4; m: 0 to 6) or a salt thereof, and at least one of fungicidal compounds selected from the group consisting of a Strobilurin series compound, a triazole series compound, etc., as effective ingredients.

Abstract: A composition for controlling plant diseases comprising a tetrazolinone compound represented by a formula (1): wherein n is an integer of any one of 0 to 5; R1 represents a halogen atom and the like; R2 represents a C1-C3 alkyl group and the like; the R1 or R2 can have independently halogen atom(s) in the alkyl moiety; with the proviso that when n is an integer of 2 or more, two or more of the R1 may be different from each other, and an QoI compound, preferably the composition for controlling plant diseases wherein a weight ratio of the tetrazolinone compound to the QoI compound is that of the tetrazolinone compound/the QoI compound=0.1/1 to 10/1, shows an excellent controlling efficacy on plant diseases.

Abstract: A tetrazolinone compound represented by formula (1): wherein R1 and R2 are the same or different and represent a hydrogen atom, etc.; R3 represents a C1-C6 alkyl group, etc.; R4, R5, and R6 are the same or different and represent a hydrogen atom, etc.; A represents a C6-C10 aryl group optionally having one or more atoms or groups selected from Group P1, etc.; Q represents the following group Q1; and X represents an oxygen atom, has excellent control activity against pests.

Abstract: The present invention provides an antiseptic composition comprising a germinant and an antimicrobial agent, wherein the germinant increases a pathogen's susceptibility to attack from the antimicrobial agent and wherein the antimicrobial agent does not inhibit the germinant. The present invention also provides an antiseptic wipe, handwash or paint comprising such antiseptic composition and a method of sterilizing a surface using such a composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds of the formula I and the N-oxides, stereoisomers, tautomers and agriculturally or veterinarily acceptable salts thereof wherein C1 is C or CH; C2 is C or CH; A1 is N or C; A2 is N, C(R2), N(R3), O, S or C(R4,R5); and A3 is N, O, S, N(R6), C(R7) or C(R8,R9); where one or two non-adjacent bonds in the 5-membered ring formed by C1, C2, A1, A2 and A3 are double bonds, while the others are single bonds, provided that the bond between A1 and A2 or the bond between A1 and C1 or the bond between A2 and A3 or the bond between C1 and C2 or the bond between A3 and C2 is a double bond further provided that at least one of A1, A2 and A3 is N, N(R3) or N(R6), and where Ar, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9 and (R)k are as defined in the claims and in the description, which are useful for combating or controlling invertebrate pests, in particular arthropod pests and nematodes.

Abstract: Disclosed is an antibacterial agent composition which is highly safe and has excellent antibacterial abilities, by using a silicon-containing compound that is obtained by a specific manufacturing method. The antibacterial agent composition has a more stable antibacterial component, and is capable of imparting antibacterial abilities to teeth, while being also capable of cleaning an article or the mouth. Also disclosed are: an antiviral agent composition which is highly safe and has excellent virus deactivation abilities; an antibacterializing method, a cleaning/mouth rinsing method, each using the antibacterial agent composition or the antiviral agent composition; and a method for fixing an antibacterial agent or an antiviral agent. The antibacterial agent composition may contain a silicon-containing compound which is represented by general formula (1) and obtained by reacting a specific triethoxysilyl compound in an ethanol solvent.

Abstract: An environmentally safe selective herbicide is provided that includes at least one metal component and at least one chelating agent. The metal component can have a variety of forms, but is preferably in the form of a metal salt, a metal chelate, or combinations thereof. The chelating agent can also have a variety of forms, but is preferably in the form of a metal chelate, a salt, an acid, or combinations thereof Methods of use are also provided.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for the direct electrochemical generation of high concentration, stable aqueous solutions comprised of mixtures of free halogen species, N-halosulfamate compounds, N-halosulfonamide, and other compounds for biocidal applications is disclosed. Solutions containing the desired content of these species, with the desired concentration and pH value, is achieved through the electrolysis of aqueous brines containing mixtures of metal halide compounds, sulfamic acid, and other additives as desired. Controlling the relative compositions of the brines used to prepare the desired biocidal solutions, as well as the electrolysis conditions, can produce the biocidal solution with the desired composition and properties.

Abstract: A method of controlling pathogenic fusarium fungi in agriculture through the application of a bioactive composition comprising a) an organic acid, b) at least one antimicrobial metal ion or ion source, and c) optionally, at least one surfactant.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems, devices, methods, and compositions for suppressing a population of certain species of insects such as flies. Compositions comprising an anaerobically fermented biomass, a dye and a particulate matter, are disclosed, some of which are selective in attracting a harmful insect, and are biodegradable, non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Systems and methods for use of the compositions are described herein.

Abstract: Compositions comprising a protein or isolated peptide, and methods using the same for preventing, dispersing or detaching a biofilm, are disclosed.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment provides a method of treating an environment (aquatic or land) to remediate an infestation of mollusks, either active or in hibernation, to remediate a mollusk infestation. The method includes the steps of: selecting an amount of a formulation (solid or liquid) comprising a saponin; and distributing this formulation in the environment having an infestation of mollusks. When the environment is land, the steps of the method may include distributing the formulation on the land, flooding the land, for example by irrigation or seasonal rains, to release the saponin that disperses in the water to thereby cause a concentration of saponin in the water for a time effective to remediate mollusks. When the environment is water, the formulation may be distributed into the water to cause a saponin concentration for an effective time to remediate mollusks.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for dispensing liquid yeast in a bakery, including: an inner panel (2) of a refrigerated chamber (6) onto which an inner circuit (20) for the flow of liquid yeast is pre-mounted, wherein said inner circuit is intended to be connected to a liquid yeast vessel (4) and includes a pumping unit (21); an outer panel (1) of a refrigerated chamber (6) onto which a liquid yeast metering device (16) and a metering table (10) are pre-mounted, wherein said metering table is intended to receive a vessel (3) to be filled with an amount of liquid yeast metered by said liquid yeast metering device (16). Said inner panel (2) and said outer panel (1) are structured such as to be attached sandwiched onto the wall (5) of a refrigerated chamber (6) for containing said vessel (4). Said liquid yeast metering device (16) is intended to be connected, through a wall (5) of the refrigerated chamber (6), to said inner circuit (20).

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel ?-glucosidase nucleic acid sequence, designated bgl6, and the corresponding BGL6 amino acid sequence. The invention also provides expression vectors and host cells comprising a nucleic acid sequence encoding BGL6, recombinant BGL6 proteins and methods for producing the same.

Abstract: A method for using microwave energy to accelerate freeze-drying produce having a skin that involves freezing the produce, rupturing the skin of the produce, reducing the pressure of the ruptured and frozen produce to a pressure that permits sublimation, applying a first microwave power to the produce to achieve an initial microwave power density of at least 30 W/kg, and applying a second microwave power to the produce when the produce temperature exceeds a threshold value, wherein the second microwave power is less than the first microwave power.

Abstract: Disclosed are a composition for preparing set-type fermented milk, set-type fermented milk, and a method of preparing set-type fermented milk. The disclosed composition for preparing set-type fermented milk may include liquid milk, a powder material, and optionally, fermentation fungi, and the powder material may include cellulose ether, and optionally, starch. The disclosed set-type fermented milk includes cellulose ether, thereby preventing quality deterioration, such as serum separation and syneresis, and having remarkable phase stability.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for preparing a fermented dairy product, comprising the following steps: a) hydrolysis of lactose contained in milk; b) proteins and sugars concentrations through a process of filtration of the resulting composition under high pressure; wherein a step of fermentation of milk is performed during step a) or after step a) or after step b). The invention also relates a fermented dairy product obtainable according to the process of the invention.

Abstract: A high protein cream cheese composition having organoleptic characteristics of cream cheese with lower amounts of protein is described. The cream cheese composition may generally include about 8 to about 20 percent total protein provided from a cheese curd, a cultured dairy liquid, and one or more high protein powders. Methods of making the high protein cream cheese composition are also described.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a coagulant composition for tofu exhibiting high dispersibility in soy milk, even when the composition comprises a large proportion of an inorganic salt coagulant. The composition requires no use of a specially designed coagulating machine equipped with a high-speed dispersion mixer, and is thoroughly dispersed in soy milk merely by mixing with conventional low-speed stirrer. The composition coagulates soy milk to give tofu with good taste and good mouthfeel. In particular, the present invention provides a coagulant composition for tofu, the composition comprising (a) an inorganic salt coagulant, (b) a polyglycerol ester of interesterified ricinoleic acid, (c) a lecithin and/or a diacetyltartaric and fatty acid ester of glycerol and (d) an oil component.

Abstract: A container stores a main liquid component that contains a dissolved gas, preferably nitrous oxide, separately from a foam initiator component that is at least one of a powder, a liquid or a concentrate. A dispensing part of the container, such as a dispensing lid, can contain the foam initiator component. The foam initiator component is dispersed and dissolved into the main liquid component to form a foaming ready to drink beverage. The foam initiator component comprises a portion of the ingredients of the ready to drink beverage. Combination of the foam initiator component with the main liquid component not only results in foam generation in the container without any mechanical energy input additional to the opening of the container but also forms the ready to drink beverage.

Abstract: Dark, red and dark, brown natural cocoa products are disclosed. The cocoa products may be cocoa liquor or cocoa powder. Processes for producing the dark, red and dark, brown natural cocoa products are also disclosed.