Abstract: A wireless mobile device is used to control an HVAC temperature setpoint in a police vehicle containing a police dog. A wireless signal specifying a commanded temperature setting is checked to prevent malicious adjustments by a hacker. The commanded temperature setting is rejected when it is outside a predetermined range between an absolute minimum and an absolute maximum. When an outside ambient temperature is below a cold-day threshold, then the commanded temperature setting is rejected when it requests a temperature decrease. When the outside ambient temperature is above a hot-day threshold, then the commanded temperature setting is rejected when it requests a temperature increase. Otherwise, when the commanded temperature setting is not rejected as being outside the predetermined range, as being a decrease when below the cold-day threshold, or as being an increase when above the hot-day threshold, then the temperature setpoint is set to match the commanded setting.

Abstract: A method and apparatus to provide phototherapy to companion animals. The apparatus includes at least one light source configured to flood illuminate inside a housing, a housing sized to surround at least one companion animal, and a control system to adjust the light flux and light duration of the at least one light source. The method includes providing said apparatus and flood illuminating at least one companion animal with a clinically significant light flux and light duration.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a passenger cabin, a monument, a pet travel system, and a ventilation system. The pet travel system includes at least a portion of the monument and at least one pet storage module configured to be received in the portion of the monument. The ventilation system includes an inlet port defined in the at least one pet storage module, an exhaust port defined in the at least one pet storage module, and an exhaust duct. The inlet port is in flow communication with an air source outside of the pet travel system. The exhaust duct is in flow communication with the exhaust port. The pressure within the exhaust duct is lower than the pressure of the air source to cause air to flow from the air source through the at least one pet storage module from the inlet port to the exhaust port.

Abstract: An animal accommodation facility includes a number of substantially airtight enclosures. Each enclosure includes at least one air inlet and at least one air outlet. The animal accommodation facility further includes an air delivery system which draws air from the atmosphere and an air exhaust system which exhausts air to the atmosphere. The air delivery system delivers air to the at least one air inlet of each enclosure and the air exhaust system receives air from the at least one air outlet of each enclosure. The air delivery system further includes a number of air delivery conduits and at least one air delivery conduit is dedicated to each enclosure. The air exhaust system further includes a number of air exhaust conduits and at least one air exhaust conduit is dedicated to each enclosure.

Abstract: A portable pet drying apparatus is disclosed. Embodiments of the portable pet drying apparatus include a connectable frame. The connectable frame including a plurality of detachably connected members. The portable pet drying apparatus also including a detachable water-resistant cover. The detachable water-resistant cover detachably connected to the connectable frame to form a top surface, bottom surface, front surface, back surface, first side surface and second side surface defining an interior chamber. The front surface having an opening extending therethrough for a pet to enter and exit the interior chamber of the portable pet drying apparatus. In some embodiments, the connectable frame is movable between a stowed position where the interior chamber is at least partially collapsed and a deployed position where the connectable frame is extended so that the detachable water resistant cover defines the interior chamber of the portable pet drying apparatus.

Abstract: A portable windbreak shelter assembly provides a combination shelter and windbreak which can be moved to a desired position using conventional vehicles typically available on a farm includes a shelter frame having a front, a back, a bottom face, a first lateral side face, and a second lateral side face. The first lateral side face and the second lateral side face extend upwardly from respective opposite edges of the bottom face and meet to define an apex of the shelter frame extending between the front and the back. A covering is coupled to the shelter frame wherein the covering and the shelter frame inhibit wind from passing through the shelter frame to define a sheltered interior space. The shelter frame is movable using conventional farm equipment.

Abstract: A palletizable shelter that is easy to deliver, quick and easy to set up with no tools required, easily moveable (light), that can provide sleeping shelter for up to four adults, provide a very modest amount of living space during the day, provide a modest level of storage in a secure (lockable) structure, easily cleaned, can be disassembled with no tools, packaged and stored in a very small volume, and readily deliverable to the next site quickly and easily. A community in a container model is provided that includes multiple palletizable shelters in a collapsed configuration, a common cooking and meeting place, laundry facilities, and a shared bathroom facility that would include toilets, sinks and showers.

Abstract: A ventilation system is provided for a hog confinement building having a slatted floor, a manure reservoir beneath the floor, and a pump out pit in communication with the reservoir. The ventilation system includes a fan on top of the pump out pit, with an air conduit extending downwardly from the fan. A gate is slidably mounted on the conduit, with a float on the bottom end of the gate. The float sits on the surface of the manure, such that the gate rises and falls with changes in the manure level. A ventilation opening on the lower end of the gate allows air to be drawn from the manure reservoir adjacent the surface of the manure, upwardly through the conduit for expulsion by the fan. Air turbulence beneath the slatted floor is minimized to reduce or eliminate rising noxious gases through the slatted floor.

Abstract: An air supply apparatus for experimental husbandry equipments includes a frame having a plurality of cubicles formed by a support frame, and a container for containing and breading an experimental animal. The frame has an air supply pipeline comprising a main intake pipe and a main extraction pipe, and a branch intake pipe and a branch extraction pipe are installed between the two main pipes, wherein the branch intake pipe is interconnected with the main intake pipe, and the branch extraction pipe is interconnected to the main extraction pipe, and each branch pipe has a through hole formed at a position corresponsive to each cubicle and a joint for supplying air to the container, and the air supply pipeline has an adjusting device for adjusting the amount of supplied air, so that each container can obtain an equal amount of air.

Abstract: A foldable and portable shelter includes a base member and an upper member combined with the base member. The base member includes a bottom wall panel, a rear wall panel, and a front wall panel. Each of the rear wall panel and the front wall panel has a periphery provided with multiple first reinforcing ribs each having an arcuate concave surface. The upper member includes a top wall panel and two opposed side wall panels. Each of the top wall panel and the side wall panels has a periphery provided with multiple second reinforcing ribs each having an arcuate concave surface. Each of the second reinforcing ribs overlaps the respective first reinforcing rib so that the second reinforcing ribs cooperate with the first reinforcing ribs to reinforce the strength of the upper member and the base member.

Abstract: A livestock production building includes an automatically controllable ventilation system which provides ventilation to livestock containment rooms. Incoming air may be heated, cooled and/or filtered, and is mixed and tempered before being delivered to livestock rooms. Substantially all exhaust air is filtered to mitigate environmental impact.

Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for controlling the environment of pet habitats. In one embodiment, an environmentally-controlled pet habitat includes a base, a forced-air inlet and a forced-air guide. The base is configured to accommodate a pet. The forced-air inlet is coupled to a forced-air outlet of a building ventilation system. The forced-air guide is coupled to the forced-air inlet and directs airflow substantially toward the base. The pet habitat may include a riser for supporting the forced-air guide and enabling the forced-air guide to direct airflow toward the base. The pet habitat may also include a cover and an auxiliary environmental controller.

Abstract: An intelligent doghouse full-automatic processor includes a cage bracket module, and an automatic excrement treating device, a feeding module, a water feeding module, a snack feeding module, a disinfection and heat preservation device and a video/audio module which are arranged on the cage bracket module as well as an automatic door control module, a host computer control module, a network communication module, a background control service module, a terminal use program and the like. With the modules, an owner can remotely monitor an intelligent doghouse, perform video/audio conversation with a pet dog and control and manage the eating and drinking, defecation and entering and exiting cage of the pet dog, disinfection of the cage and temperature regulation of air inside the cage by a computer or a mobile phone through a network browser. Moreover, parameters of the intelligent doghouse can be set through network.

Abstract: One embodiment may take the form of a litter box having a base portion having a floor and a plurality of walls extending in an upward direction from the floor. The litter box may also have a cover portion having a ceiling and a plurality of walls extending in a downward direction from the ceiling. The base portion and the cover portion may combine to define an inner cavity. The litter box may also include a circulating filter in communication with the inner cavity of the litter box and the circulating filter may be configured to filter air from within the inner cavity of the litter box.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for isolating and venting a litter box. The apparatus includes an enclosure for a litter box, an access door and a pet door in the enclosure, at least one vent between an interior and an exterior of the enclosure, and an exit duct between the interior and the exterior of the enclosure. The system includes a pet enclosure having an enclosure door, a pet door, at least one vent, and at least one exhaust duct, a litter box adapted for placement in the enclosure, a motor and fan in fluid communication with the exit duct, and a conduit from the exit duct adapted for fluid connection to an exterior of a house. The method includes enclosing a litter box in a pet container, drawing outside air through at least one vent in the pet container into an interior of the pet container and exhausting air from the pet container out through an exit duct.

Abstract: The invention is a heating and cooling system for portable pet living space and is able to efficiently heat and cool the pet because it heats and cools both the air surrounding the pet and the surfaces upon which the pet lays.

Abstract: A pet house, for providing convenient and comfortable accommodation for a pet, includes a housing and a plurality of amenities. The housing includes a surrounding wall having a lodging room for the pet accommodating therein, and a side entrance communicating with the lodging room, and a roof frame, which is supported on the surrounding wall to define the lodging room within the surrounding wall and the roof frame. The amenities, including at least one of a solar power system, a power storage, a ventilating device, a dimmer light, an audio device, a remote intercommunication system, and an outdoors shading arrangement, is provided at the pet house for providing the comfort and convenience of the pet house so as to enhance the quality of living.

Abstract: A weatherized pet house including means for supplying HVAC from a building for keeping the air in the pet house at desirable levels in hot or cold weather which in turn keeps water drinkable in a water dish inside the structure.

Abstract: A combined climate-controlled kennel supporting enclosure and carrying kennel for providing a safe and comfortable environment for an animal during transport procedures may include a carrying kennel to safeguard an animal therein and a supporting enclosure. The enclosure may include a body and cavity centrally formed therein. The body further may include a base member to maintain the carrying kennel elevated above a ground surface. A plurality of storage compartments may be housed within an uppermost region of the cavity. Each storage compartment may be independently toggled between open and closed positions while the carrying kennel remains statically nested within the cavity. Further, a mechanism may be included for automatically regulating a real-time internal air temperature level within the cavity. The mechanism may operate such that the real-time internal air temperature level may be constantly maintained within a predetermined and safe temperature range during transport procedures.

Abstract: A modular pet enclosure having interchangeable and configurable wall panels of varying size is provided. The tunnel connection panel can be placed in multiple different configurations and orientations. An open-ended tunnel that can be removably attached to the modular pet enclosure and a dwelling, including all known pet doors, is used for the pet to move between the dwelling and the enclosure.

Abstract: A pet abode with sound dampening characteristics comprising an interior space of a pet abode having sufficient dimensions to allow a pet to comfortably reside within the interior space. The interior space is formed from at least three walls where one or more of the walls exhibits sound dampening characteristics. The sound dampening characteristics reduces a one or more sounds originating from a source external to the interior space. That is, the interior space of the pet abode is sound proofed (or sound dampened), allowing a pet to be undisturbed by loud noises outside the interior space.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for moderating the environment of a pet shelter is provided. The apparatus may include a climate control device which may be attached to the pet shelter in order to regulate the temperature and environment within the pet shelter. The apparatus may also include a photoelectric control element electrically connected to the climate control device and operable based on the ambient light input from outside the pet shelter. The apparatus may regulate the environment of the pet shelter based on the ambient light outside of the pet shelter.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for moderating the environment of a pet shelter is provided. The apparatus may include a climate control device which may be attached to the pet shelter in order to regulate the temperature and environment within the pet shelter. The apparatus may also include a photoelectric control element electrically connected to the climate control device and operable based on the ambient light input from outside the pet shelter. The apparatus may regulate the environment of the pet shelter based on the ambient light outside of the pet shelter.

Abstract: A kennel for an animal having a base and a top. The base includes a base rim extending from the base and surrounding an upper perimeter of the base. The top is a mesh material and includes a top rim surrounding a bottom perimeter of the top. The top rim is configured to align with the bottom rim. The kennel also includes at least one fastener to secure the top rim to the bottom rim, as well as a rotatable door connected to the base and the top.

Abstract: An animal compartment assembly that has a roof that is supported by a sidewall. The sidewall has a door therein that is slidably within the sidewall. A floor supports the sidewall to complete the structure. There is a storage chamber that is disposed within the sidewall and has a door that opens to provide access to the storage chamber from outside the sidewall wherein items for the animal can be stored.

Abstract: A cover and lifter for use with an outdoor device having at least one ventilation port, such as a calf hutch and the like, including a shaft having a hook on its outer end and a fastener on its inner end that holds a lift plate against the under side of the top of the outdoor device. Preferably the materials from which the cover and lifter are made are weather resistant, such as stainless steel.

Abstract: A cage and cage cover combination includes at least a cage cover having a plurality of stacking lugs. The combination also includes at least an animal cage having a lower surface, where the upper surfaces of the stacking lugs, when in contact with the lower surface of an animal cage form a substantially even connection such that a cage stacked on top of a cover rests securely on the cage cover.

Abstract: A cage and cage cover combination having a cage cover having a plurality of stacking lugs on its upper surface, at least one stacking lug located in a middle region of the upper surface of the cover and at least one stacking lug located at a side region of the upper surface of the cover. The combination also includes an animal cage having a plurality of locating rings arranged in a middle region of its lower surface, where the at least one stacking lug located in the middle region of the upper surface of the cove is configured to couple with at least one locating ring of the lower surface of the animal cage and where the at least one stacking lug located at the side region of the upper surface of the cover is configured to match up to an lower edge of the bottom surface of the cage, such that when an animal cage is lowered onto the cage cover, the animal cage is securely retained on top of the cage cover.

Abstract: A bed for an animal, comprising a support member; a cover for at least part of the support member, to define and at least partially enclose a space above the support member for occupation by the animal; means for drawing air from the occupation space, and filtration means for removing at least some airborne matter from the withdrawn air.

Abstract: The invention is a heating and cooling system for portable pet living space and is able to efficiently heat and cool the pet because it heats and cools both the air surrounding the pet and the surfaces upon which the pet lays.

Abstract: A portable pet housing for accommodating a pet includes a body including a bottom, a front wall and a rear wall. The front wall and rear wall are attached to the bottom. A sidewall extends between the front wall and the rear wall. The walls define an opening for the body opposite the bottom. The opening is covered by a top which is selectively attachable to the front wall and the rear wall. The top includes support structure for maintaining the front wall and the rear wall substantially perpendicular to the bottom when the top is attached to the front wall and the rear wall. When the top is removed from the front wall and the rear wall, the walls are foldable on top of the bottom wall.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a portable deodorizing air treatment device adaptable for use in a litter box. The device is activated by the presence of the animal in the litter box. After the animal uses the box, the device intakes dirty air, treats it with odor-absorbing activated carbon and optionally fragrance, expelling clean unscented or scented air.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for isolating and venting a litter box. The apparatus includes an enclosure for a litter box, an access door and a pet door in the enclosure, at least one vent between an interior and an exterior of the enclosure, and an exit duct between the interior and the exterior of the enclosure. The system includes a pet enclosure having an enclosure door, a pet door, at least one vent, and at least one exhaust duct, a litter box adapted for placement in the enclosure, a motor and fan in fluid communication with the exit duct, and a conduit from the exit duct adapted for fluid connection to an exterior of a house. The method includes enclosing a litter box in a pet container, drawing outside air through at least one vent in the pet container into an interior of the pet container and exhausting air from the pet container out through an exit duct.

Abstract: A modular animal enclosure includes a housing comprising a top portion affixed to a base portion to form a sheltered interior. The housing includes a door aperture and a climate conditioning aperture. A remove ably attachable climate conditioning unit is installed over the climate conditioning aperture to facilitate a flow of atmospheric air from the exterior environment into the interior of the housing. The climate conditioning unit can variously comprise a cover assembly, a heating unit, a cooling unit and a forced air unit, and different types of units can be installed at different times. In another aspect, the bottom portion can be selectively hinged to the top portion on opposing sides of the housing to allow pivotal movement of the top portion in two opposite directions, as desired to permit access to the interior of the housing for inspection, maintenance and cleaning of the interior.

Abstract: In accordance with one or more embodiments of the present disclosure, a shelter for an animal comprises a base member having a plurality of recessed channels formed in an upper surface thereof and adjacent to a perimeter thereof, a plurality of wall members coupled with the recessed channels in the base member so as to form an enclosure that defines an interior space, and a roof member pivotally attached to at least one of the wall members so as to move between an open and closed configuration. The shelter comprises a removable storage member positioned between the base member and the roof member so as to vertically separate the interior space into an interior storage compartment and an interior residential compartment for the animal. The shelter comprises a movable partition member positioned between at least two of the wall members and adapted to vary the dimension of the interior residential compartment.

Abstract: A cage and cage cover combination includes at least a cage cover having a plurality of stacking lugs. The combination also includes at least an animal cage having a lower surface, where the upper surfaces of the stacking lugs, when in contact with the lower surface of an animal cage form a substantially even connection such that a cage stacked on top of a cover rests securely on the cage cover.

Abstract: This system provides an air-ventilating and cleaning element positioned within a housing. The housing contains multiple vents in the housing walls. The vents serve as channels that enable air to flow into and out of the air-ventilating device. The air-ventilating and cleaning element can vary and can range from a simple air ventilator to and an air purifier. The cleaning element can contain a filter element to further facilitate cleaning of the air. The cleaning element can be positioned in the housing on a track or pin to allow for movement of the cleaning element within the housing. Movement of the cleaning element may be desired in order to more efficiently clean air channeled through the device. Because of the ability to move the cleaning element, air flow through the device can be adjusted depending on a particular cleaning application.

Abstract: An animal carrier for mounting above the rear wheel of a cycle such as a motorcycle may be obtained by converting a motorcycle luggage carrier to an animal carrier. The motorcycle carrier mounts and bottom section may be equipped with a detachable top section equipped with extended sidewalls ported with ventilating ports and roofed canopy to protect the transported animal from the elements.

Abstract: A pet house, for providing convenient and comfortable accommodation for a pet, includes a housing and a plurality of amenities. The housing includes a surrounding wall having a lodging room for the pet accommodating therein, and a side entrance communicating with the lodging room, and a roof frame, which is supported on the surrounding wall to define the lodging room within the surrounding wall and the roof frame. The amenities, including at least one of a solar power system, a power storage, a ventilating device, a dimmer light, an audio device, a remote intercommunication system, and an outdoors shading arrangement, is provided at said pet house for providing the comfort and convenience of said pet house so as to enhance the quality of living.

Abstract: An animal carrier for mounting above the rear wheel of a cycle such as a motorcycle may be obtained by converting a motorcycle luggage carrier to an animal carrier. The motorcycle carrier mounts and bottom section may be equipped with a detachable top section equipped with extended sidewalls ported with ventilating ports and roofed canopy to protect the transported animal from the elements.

Abstract: A pet travel box for houses a pet during travel in a safe, comfortable manner. A plurality of ventilation slots and openings along the sides and back of the box to provide cross-ventilation therein. A sliding shade, panel or cover readily opens or closes the slots so that the pet can be protected during inclement weather or the like. A top portal, integrated within the box/container, can be placed in an opened or closed condition that maximizes the container's ventilation and allows the pet to see outside of the portal. A dish assembly delivers water hydration and/food to the pet during long journeys. Improved airflow is obtained. The portal, plural ventilation slots and openings along the sides and back of the box, promote cross-ventilation.

Abstract: A cover and lifter for use with an outdoor device having at least one ventilation port, such as a calf hutch and the like, including a shaft having a hook on its outer end and a fastener on its inner end that holds a lift plate against the under side of the top of the outdoor device. Preferably the materials from which the cover and lifter are made are weather resistant, such as stainless steel.

Abstract: An air-conditioning device generating cool/warm airflow and suitable for a pet house includes a casing having an outlet and an inlet. A cool/warm air conditioner is provided transversely in the casing to divide the casing into two flowing paths. The cool/warm air conditioner provides the two flowing paths with a cool temperature and a warm temperature, respectively. An airflow-dividing valve comprises a dividing plate provided at the outlet of the casing and a connecting pipe provided on the dividing plate. Each gas-supplying hole is provided on the dividing plate to correspond to the two flowing paths, respectively. Each wind unit is provided within the two flowing paths. With the airflow generated by the two wind units, the cool and warm temperature air generated by the cool/warm air conditioner can be transferred in a form of airflow to the gas-supplying holes. The user can choose the cool air or the warm air via the connecting pipe to adjust the temperature within the pet house.

Abstract: A pet shelter divided into a plurality of compartments of different interior temperatures with a temperature control device for controlling the temperature in the pet shelter, such that the interior temperatures change progressively across the compartments to blend into the temperature of the outside environment.

Abstract: An insulated pet house is shaped in the manner of a pyramid to maintain a comfortable environment for an animal and which is also aesthetically pleasing. The pet house includes an interchangeable top portion that has a heat-generating lamp for cold-weather use and another portion has a fan for hot-weather use.

Abstract: A pet shipping assembly for small animals includes a container and a container lid. The container includes a base wall and a side wall extending upwardly from the base wall. The side wall can include a plurality of vent holes. An interior wall extends from the base wall and/or the side wall to create a food/water compartment. The container lid is configured to selectively attach to the side wall of the container. The container lid includes at least one food/water opening located on the lid such that when the lid is attached to the side wall to cover the inside of the container, the food/water opening in the lid is generally aligned with the food/water compartment in the container.

Abstract: A modular animal enclosure includes a housing comprising a top portion affixed to a base portion to form a sheltered interior. The housing includes a door aperture and a climate conditioning aperture. A remove ably attachable climate conditioning unit is installed over the climate conditioning aperture to facilitate a flow of atmospheric air from the exterior environment into the interior of the housing. The climate conditioning unit can variously comprise a cover assembly, a heating unit, a cooling unit and a forced air unit, and different types of units can be installed at different times. In another aspect, the bottom portion can be selectively hinged to the top portion on opposing sides of the housing to allow pivotal movement of the top portion in two opposite directions, as desired to permit access to the interior of the housing for inspection, maintenance and cleaning of the interior.

Abstract: A pet house made of paper includes a house-shaped box, at least one reinforcement device and a roof. The house-shaped box includes a front wall defining a door, a rear wall and two lateral walls. The front and rear walls both include an upper portion extending above the lateral walls. The reinforcement device is mounted on the lateral walls. The roof is mounted on the upper portions of the front and rear walls and the reinforcement device.

Abstract: An animal transport system is provided, having a wall defining an interior space and a top opening. At least a portion of the wall is constructed so as to restrict the passage of claws there through. The system also comprises a protective covering and means for releasably securing the cover over the interior space. Carrying means are provided, as are means for allowing the transfer of air into and out of the interior space. Preferably, the system is of a construction which biases an animal provided therein away from a prone position, protects the animal from environmental conditions, and obstructs the animal's view of the exterior, to calm the animal and reduce any increase in anxiety as the animal is moved from a dangerous area to a safe area.

Abstract: A pet transport system for taking small and vulnerable pets on outings. The pet transport system includes a carriage portion designed for holding a small animal, the carriage portion includes a bottom wall and four side walls extending upwardly from the bottom wall; a wheeled portion for rolling the system along a surface such as the ground, the wheeled portion is coupled to the bottom wall; a canopy portion coupled to at least one side wall of the carriage portion, the canopy portion provides shade for the animal; and a handle portion coupled to the carriage portion, the handle portion is coupled to the carriage portion, the handle portion facilitating pushing the system.