Abstract: A piece of household furniture constructed in the form of a bench seat that is equipped with a pet ramp. A portion or all of the seat forms the pet ramp when pivoted from a horizontal seat position to an inclined pet ramp position. A pet can thus move from the floor via the inclined pet ramp, and from the bench to a bed or other furniture. When the pet ramp is not in use, it is pivoted to a horizontal position to form the bench seat, which then appears as a typical piece of furniture.

Abstract: A method of compressing insects includes loading an insect container into a retainer. The method further includes adding a population of insects to an interior volume of a compression device. The method further includes adding a foam section to the interior volume of the compression device. The method further includes compressing the interior volume of the compression device and transferring the population of insects and the foam section from the interior volume of the compression device to the insect container.

Abstract: An animal feeding apparatus comprising a first bowl, the first bowl comprising a first locking structure. An animal feeding apparatus can further comprise an annular adapter comprising a second locking structure configured to couple to the first locking structure, and the adapter can additionally comprise a third locking structure configured to couple to a container. The bowl can be configured to be seated in a central opening of the adapter when the first locking structure is coupled to the second locking structure.

Abstract: An apparatus for facilitating feeding of animals includes a body having a top side and a bottom side opposing the top side. The body includes an interior space and an opening leading into the interior space is disposed on the top side of the body. The interior space is fillable with a feed material by transferring the fillable material into the interior space through the opening. The body enhances heat transfer from the feed material to an exterior of the apparatus for freezing the feed material. The body is stably disposed on a surface for serving the feed material to an animal after the freezing. The body restricts heat transfer to the feed material from the exterior of the apparatus. The body allows a consumption of the feed material based on licking the feed material by the animal through the opening for facilitating the feeding of the animal.

Abstract: A container of pet food and an apparatus for preparing the pet food are disclosed. The apparatus includes a scanner for reading a pet food identifier on the container. The scanner is adapted to read the pet food identifier and provide it to a controller. The controller is adapted to obtain food preparation parameters from an external database and to cause the apparatus to then prepare the pet food according thereto. The containers has an identically-shaped periphery and the apparatus is adapted to receive that periphery such that each container is properly positioned regardless of the container's volume.

Abstract: A gravity-induced automatic animal drink dispenser apparatus with no moving parts that promotes increased sanitation and minimizes the amount of work required to maintain a supply of liquids to the animals. The animal drink dispenser apparatus comprises a housing defining an interior volume adapted to store a supply of liquids, a bottom tray releasably attachable to a bottom of the housing defining a trough, at least one passageway, defined by the bottom tray, fluidly communicating the interior volume of the housing with the trough by force of gravity, and a vent apparatus adapted to equalize a pressure in a volume of air above the liquids in the housing, which is reduced when said liquids are dispensed to the trough, with the ambient air.

Abstract: A hand-held device (100) for applying a tag (116, 118) to animals and extracting animal tissue, comprising: a first handle (106); a second handle (108); a first jaw portion (101) configured to engage a first portion (116) of an animal tag and an animal tissue sampler (174) for extracting animal tissue; and a second jaw portion (103) configured to engage a second portion (118) of the animal tag and a container (1181) for storing animal tissue; wherein displacing the first handle (106) in a closing direction to an engaging position causes the first portion (116) of the animal tag to engage the second portion (118) of the animal tag; and wherein displacing the first handle (106) in the closing direction to a disposing position causes the animal tissue sampler (174) to be disposed within the container (1181).

Abstract: A pet identification tag is described herein, including a front, wherein the front contains an electronic code, wherein the electronic code contains information about an associated pet, a back, a top, a bottom, a first attachment tab, wherein the first attachment tab has a first end and a second end, a second attachment tab, wherein the second attachment tab has a first end and a second end, a third attachment tab, wherein the third attachment tab has a first end and a second end, and a fourth attachment tab, wherein the fourth attachment tab has a first end and a second end, wherein the first and second attachment tabs are attached to the top of the tag, and the third and fourth attachment tabs are attached to the bottom of the tag.

Abstract: Generally, an animal monitoring system including a bolus administered to reside in an animal operable to sense changes in one or more physiological parameters of the animal and generate and transmit encoded bolus sensor data to a tag affixed on the outside of the animal which operates to sense changes in one or more environmental parameters surrounding the animal and to generate encoded tag sensor data and to receive encoded bolus sensor data each of which can be analyzed by the tag or a remote data processor to generate environmental parameter values and physiological parameter values to assess an environmental or physiological condition of or about the animal.

Abstract: Provided is a pet grooming device designed to enhance the grooming process. The device includes a first shell with a grooming surface featuring a hemispherical portion and various surface features such as apertures and protrusions. A second shell couples with the first to form an interior space, accommodating a cartridge for dispensing liquids like oils or conditioners through a dispensing aperture. The device is configured to vacuum as well as suction shed fur while grooming the pet, ensuring a clean grooming environment, as the device includes an elongated portion with a fluid coupling for attachment to suction or blowing sources, facilitating the removal of loose fur and debris. The ergonomic design and the inclusion of a cap provide ease of use and storage, making the grooming process more efficient and comfortable for both the pet and the user.

Abstract: A foldable container includes a foldable supporting frame, at least one operation switch arranged on the foldable supporting frame, and a container body supported on the foldable supporting frame. The operation switch is actuated through a pulling operation to move the foldable supporting frame between an unfolded mode and a folded mode. The container has an edge and an opening formed within the edge. At the unfolded mode, the opening is opened. At the folded mode, the opening is closed. The container body is automatically folded as the foldable supporting frame is moved from the unfolded mode to the folded mode. Via a folding method, the foldable supporting frame is folded to reduce an overall size for occupying less storage space when it is not in use.

Abstract: Systems and methods for treating and rehabilitating animals are provided. The systems and methods include harnesses and related devices, including compresses and heating/icing devices. The devices further include and comprise features to enable the device to be contoured to and secured to an animal. Animals contemplated for use with devices and methods of the present disclosure include, but are not limited to, canines and humans.

Abstract: A training tool for an animal, the tool including a cylindrical compartment, including a front opening, for inserting cylindrical shaped food therethrough, and a handle, for sliding the cylindrical shaped food along the cylindrical compartment.

Abstract: An animal toy support is provided. The animal toy includes a substantially planar body; a first opening, having a first opening diameter, formed within the planar body, the first opening configured to receive a first attachment member; a second opening, having a second opening diameter, formed within the planar body, the second opening configured to receive a second attachment member; and a third opening, having a third opening diameter, formed within the planar body, the third opening configured to receive a third attachment member.

Abstract: The present application discloses an intelligent pet ecosystem. The system includes: an intelligent pet collar and an intelligent pet house central control system which are communicably connected to each other. The intelligent pet collar acquires a pet position of a target pet, and generates a recall signal, and the recall signal is used for guiding the target pet to return to an intelligent pet house; the intelligent pet collar acquires motion information of the target pet, and generates a feeding plan and a training plan for the target pet according to the motion information; the intelligent pet house central control system controls an open/close state of an entry door of an intelligent pet door and window and controls a working state of an intelligent pet lighting system; and an environment adjustment module controls a working state of a pet cooling and heating fresh air system.

Abstract: Disclosed are an apparatus and method for extraction of beeswax from honeycomb products. In an embodiment, a membrane may be positioned to receive beeswax rendered from a honeycomb product. The membrane may have holes of a sufficient size formed therein to permit beeswax heated to a liquid state to pass through while impeding impurities from passing through. A tray may be disposed beneath the perforated screen to receive and/or collect liquified beeswax passing through the membrane. A drain may allow the received and/or collected liquified beeswax to escape the tray for further processing.

Abstract: A flow control arrangement for use with a pump in an aquarium includes a main body having an inlet flow conduit and an outlet flow conduit. The main body has a cylindrical wall having first and second opposite open ends and defining an open interior; and a through hole extending through the wall to the open interior. A flow control dial closes the first open end; and an aeration flow dial closes the second open end and is rotatably adjustable relative to the main body. The aeration flow dial has a tubular aeration wall extending into the open interior. The aeration wall has an aperture, wherein the aeration flow dial can be rotatably adjustable to control axial alignment of the aperture with the through hole in the wall of the main body to selectively adjust a size of a resulting orifice from the open interior of the main body to outside of the main body.

Abstract: The human immune system is complex, and its related diseases are similarly complicated. Therefore, human diseases, such as cancers, are often difficult to characterize and treat effectively. Immunodeficient transgenic mice for use as humanized mouse models are provided. The humanized mouse models may be further engrafted with diseased tissues or cells (e.g., human cancer cells). Methods of using the humanized mouse models to assess disease progression, immune response, and efficacy of proposed therapeutic agents are also provided herein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an automated system in which the entire process, from breeding to processing, of breeding the larvae of an insect and at the same time sterilizing and drying the bred larvae so that the larvae can be used as an alternative raw material such as fish meal, is monitored by a management system and operated by only a small number of workforces. The automated system for breeding and processing larvae, according to the present invention, automates all of a series of processes including processing processes such as spawning, hatching, breeding, sterilization and drying of an insect, and thus simultaneously has effects such as manpower reduction, cost reduction, energy reduction, food waste treatment and securing hygiene that are required for breeding and processing and has the effect of enabling improved larvae breeding and processing.

Abstract: A segment for use in a trawl system having a cable and a longitudinal axis. The segment has a segment body and at least one passage extending from an inner side to an outer side of the body for receiving the cable of the trawl system. The segment body is hydrodynamically shaped such that the segment is urged away from the longitudinal axis when the segment is pulled through water by the cable. A trawl net system is also disclosed.

Abstract: A salmon net picking tool on a retractable spool. Salmon fishers use something called a net picking tool to pull fish that get caught in the netting. This fishing net picking tool is important to keep close by at all times when pulling fish out of the ocean. However, it is also very important for fishermen to keep their hands free as the ship sways. The salmon net picking tool on a retractable spool helps resolve both issues.

Abstract: A geofenced autonomous aquatic drone for repelling sharks from a shoreline. The drone employs a buoyant housing resembling a portion of a predator such as an orca whale. A battery positioned within the drone is recharged through a floating inductive charging station. A transmitter unit coupled to at least one under water transducer introduces certain sounds, such as reproduction of orca whale or dolphin calling sounds. A propulsion system controlled a microprocessor receives location information via DGPS for providing a geofence around an area to be patrolled. The drone travels within the geofence area, monitored by the DGPS receiver, while said transducer produces certain sounds and or a solution of shark repellant is dispensed.

Abstract: Embodiments relate generally to fishing lures, and more particularly to fishing lures that operate behind and to a side of a tip eye of a fishing rod to which they are connected by fishing line while being operated during trolling or being operated from a stream bank. Embodiments include submersible fishing lures and topwater fishing lures.

Abstract: A fishing lure includes a main body having an interior conical body portion having a flat surface at a first end, and an opening with a circumferential lip surrounding and extending from the opening at a second opposite end; and an exterior conical body portion surrounding the interior conical shape and extending from the flat surface to the circumferential lip. The exterior conical body portion is spaced apart from the interior conical body portion, defining a gap between an exterior of the interior conical body portion and an interior of the exterior conical body portion. The exterior body portion has a plurality of openings therein to the gap. A ring surrounds an exterior of the exterior conical body portion. The ring has a flat portion and a lip, and is positioned between the first end and the second end. The lip extends from an exterior circumference of the flat portion toward the first end.

Abstract: A fishing reel includes a body frame, a spool, an acceleration detector, a braking device, and one or more processors. The spool is rotatably arranged at the body frame and configured to wind a fishing line. The acceleration detector is configured to detect a line release acceleration of the fishing line. The braking device is configured to apply resistance to the spool. The one or more processors are connected to the acceleration detector and the braking device and configured to control the braking device to apply the resistance to the spool according to the line release acceleration to cause a rotation speed of the spool to match a line release speed of the fishing line.

Abstract: The embodiments are directed to rod holders including a fastener, a stake, and a tube. The fastener includes a head and a body. The stake includes a first end, a second end, and an elongated slot along a longitudinal direction of the stake. The tube includes a receiving end, a bottom end, and a boss running radially into the tube between the receiving end and the bottom end, where the receiving end is operable to removably receive a lower end of a rod. The body of the fastener mates with the elongated slot and is removably coupled to the boss such that the stake is slidably coupled to the tube and movable between a retracted position and an extended position. The head of the fastener is removably coupled to the stake to secure the stake from sliding along a longitudinal direction of the tube.

Abstract: A fishing rod retaining mechanism that eliminates the loosening of fishing line and entanglement of rod sections and tackle during transportation and/or storage includes a rod retaining section for engaging and supporting the rod sections in a spaced orientation; and a line tensioning guide for supporting and tensioning the fishing line between the first and second rod sections in a manner that prevents the fishing line from becoming entangled around the rod sections and any tackle.

Abstract: A flying insect baiting apparatus includes a base, a lid, and a baiting substance. The base comprises a chamber. The chamber has a top opening. The lid is attached to the base to close the top opening of the chamber. The base further comprises a baiting hole that allows flying insects to enter and exit from the chamber. The baiting substance is retained in the chamber to attract the flying insects. The baiting substance is configured to be consumed by the flying insect and allow the flying insects to survive long enough to carry the baiting substance back to a nest.

Abstract: The termite bait station is screwed into earth via external screw threads. A cylinder chamber holds a bait stick and slots expose the bait to the earth. The cylinder has external outboard threads. The cylinder's top has a ring with an interlock system which is complementary to an interlock system on a collar region of a detachable handle. The detachable handle and lateral handle hold permits the user, upon handle rotation in one direction to be implanted in the earth and upon handle rotation in another direction to be extracted from the earth. Interlocking systems include keys interlockable with keyways; outboard configured depending legs coacting with respective detents; and inboard configured depending legs coacting with respective detents.

Abstract: A mosquito trapping device includes a body, a mosquito storage box, a fan, and a net cover assembly, where the net cover assembly is arranged on an upper end portion of the body and forms a first accommodation space with the body, and the mosquito storage box is mounted on the body; the net cover assembly includes a first net cover, a second net cover, and a third net cover, where the first net cover is provided with a first air outlet portion in communication with the first accommodation space, and the third net cover is provided with a first air inlet portion matching the fan; the mosquito storage box is provided with a second air inlet portion positioned right below the fan and a third air outlet portion in communication with the first accommodation space.

Abstract: An insect trap comprises a housing defining an insect intake opening. A receptacle is removably attached to a bottom of the housing and is in communication with the intake opening. A rotating fan assembly is arranged within the housing and is adapted to draw air in through the intake opening in a direction toward the receptacle. An insect screen is removably attached over the intake opening and defines a plurality of first openings sized to prevent insects of a predetermined average size from entering the intake opening.

Abstract: An insect eliminating device includes a body including a top portion and a bottom portion provided below the top portion; a light portion mounted in the body and including: a UV light element mounted in an open space provided in the top portion; a flickering light portion mounted in the bottom portion; a central conduit providing fluid communication between the open space in the top portion and the bottom portion of the body; a fan, mounted in the bottom portion to direct air from the open space in the top portion, through the central conduit and into the lower portion; and a grid mounted at a bottom end of the central conduit including a plurality of openings sized to allow air and insects to pass downward into the bottom portion of the base and prevent insects from passing upwards into the central conduit.

Abstract: An aromatherapy mosquito killer includes a shell with a light chamber, a fan chamber and a mosquito killing chamber provided therein, a light module arranged in the light chamber for emitting light outwardly, a fan arranged in the fan chamber, and an aromatherapy box arranged in the mosquito killing chamber for collecting mosquitoes and storing aromatherapy. Airflow holes are defined in top and bottom sides of a chamber wall of the fan chamber. Ventilation holes are defined in a side wall and a top wall of the aromatherapy box. Air inlets and air outlets are defined in the shell. The air inlets, the airflow holes and the ventilation holes in the top wall of the aromatherapy box cooperatively form a mosquito-killing air duct for sucking in mosquitoes; and the ventilation holes in the side wall of the aromatherapy box cooperatively form an exhaust air duct.

Abstract: A computing device for determining a nozzle for pesticide and/or biostimulant application is provided. The computing device is configured to receive an input on windspeed and/or relative humidity of an area where a pesticide and/or biostimulant is to be applied, determine a nozzle for applying a pesticide and/or biostimulant for improving plant health based on said input, and send information on the nozzle to a user device.

Abstract: An applicator for wrapping about an individual weed and applying a liquid herbicide to said individual weed. The applicator is comprised of an outer metal layer and an inner fabric layer soaked with a liquid herbicide. The two layers may be joined together by adhesive means, mechanical means or both. A method of use is also disclosed.

Abstract: Ways to lure, contain, and retrieve animals such as snakes are described. A snake lure that may be able to house or enclose an attracted animal is described. Animals such as Burmese pythons are a serious problem for residents of locations such as Florida. Existing traps that use snake pheromones as an attractant have had little success. These snakes typically hunt at night using infrared to locate heat sources such as prey. In addition, snakes may den in warm places. Currently, snakes may be found in locations such as on road surfaces that hold warmth from the sun until after dark. Thus, the snake lure of some embodiments may simulate a den or other warm area as an attractant.

Abstract: A chip-clip type snap trap for rodents is provided that includes a bait cup covered by a bait cap that prevents setting of the trap when the bait cap is in place, high side walls to properly orient a rodent before trap activation, and grip elements on the lid and base to prevent finger slippage when setting the trap. The lid and base of the trap snap together without the need for pins, fasteners or tools, providing for easy and cost-effective manufacture.

Abstract: The present utility model relates to a squirrel-proof device set on a supporting rod, comprising housing and connecting parts set between the housing and the supporting rod; wherein the connecting parts enable the housing to move upward along the supporting rod when the housing is exerted a downward force; the first housing is arranged above the second housing, the first and/or the second housing is connected to the supporting rod through the connecting parts; the second housing comprises an inverted circular table bottom housing or an arc bottom housing with diameter decreased from up to down, and the top of the second housing is connected to the bottom of the first housing. The utility model forms a squirrel-proof device that can move vertically and/or rotate, and when squirrels climb over the housing, they are affected by the downward and outward centripetal force, and cannot maintain balance and grip.

Abstract: A portable observation stand includes a platform and legs pivotal between a raised transport position and a lowered use position. The legs are retained in the use and transport positions by removable braces retentively engaging crossbars on the legs. The stand is transported and erected using a lift vehicle having forks extending beneath the platform, which raises the platform so that the legs fold downwardly by gravity. A blind may be mounted on top of the platform, to include one or more people for various activities, including deer hunting, birdwatching, and wildlife photography.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods for collecting and processing autografts, processed autografts, kits for collecting and transporting autografts, and tools for preparing autografts. It is also directed to autologous bone grafts, and methods of preparing them.

Abstract: Packaging for preservation of biological material, wherein, in use, the packaging is filled with biological material and placed in an apparatus for preserving the biological material such that a heat exchange fluid flows around the packaging, the packaging including: one or more packaging walls configured to define an internal compartment for receiving the biological material; and one or more thermal contours defined across at least one of the packaging walls, wherein, in use, the flow of the heat exchange fluid is at least partially directed by the one or more thermal contours to improve heat transfer between the heat exchange fluid and the biological material contained in the packaging.

Abstract: This disclosure is related to methods of preserving biological samples such as organs, and tissue. For example, the disclosure provides methods for preservation of a biological sample. The methods can comprise providing a system, placing the biological sample into a reservoir, and causing the computer control unit to perform operations.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an adjuvant composition that includes a maleated natural oil derivative. The adjuvant composition may be incorporated into agrochemical formulations and applied to target substrates to kill, inhibit, or repel pests.

Abstract: Pest control compositions and related methods of use are disclosed having at least one active agent including cypermethrin, prallethrin, and mixtures thereof. The compositions may further include one or more of a solvent, a carrier, a corrosion inhibitor, and a surfactant. In some embodiments the pest control composition is non-foaming. In some embodiments, the pest control composition has an active agent, a petroleum distillate, at least one of ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, and acetone, a surfactant, and a corrosion inhibitor.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a pest control composition and to methods for controlling pests, including plant pests and arthropod pests. More particularly, the disclosure relates to a pest control composition that is substantially clear and colorless, especially over a range of environmental conditions, yet efficacious.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a pest control composition and to methods for controlling pests, including plant pests and arthropod pests. More particularly, the disclosure relates to a pest control composition that is substantially clear and colorless, especially over a range of environmental conditions, yet efficacious.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a disinfectant composition.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a composition including amino acids, a method of enhancing plant disease resistance using the same, a method of preventing or treating a plant disease, use in enhancing plant resistance, use in preventing or treating a plant disease, a composition including amino acids for controlling a plant disease, a method of controlling a plant disease using the same, and use in controlling a plant disease.

Abstract: A dust mite attractant, including 1-10 parts by weight of neryl propionate, 1-4 parts by weight of geranyl formate, 1-8 parts by weight of methyl eugenol, 1-8 parts by weight of geraniol and 1-6 parts by weight of a terpene. In the preparation process of a microcapsule of the dust mite attractant, an aqueous phase, an oil phase, and a tetraethylenepentamine solution are separately prepared. The aqueous phase is slowly added with the oil phase, and emulsified to obtain an emulsified mixture. The emulsified mixture is transferred to an oil bath, added dropwise with the tetraethylenepentamine solution and reacted at a constant temperature for 2.5 h to obtain the microcapsule.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for neutralizing the odor (purifying), of a technical phthalimide-based fungicide comprising (1) mixing (i) slurry of phthalimide-based fungicide in water with (ii) ammonium hydroxide solution, preferably followed by, (2) filtration of the phthalimide-based fungicide and (3) drying.