With Handling Or Transporting Means, E.g., Handle, Straps, Folding, Travel Type Patents (Class 119/61.56)
  • Patent number: 11304408
    Abstract: A leash attachment and method for using the leash attachment are provided. The leash attachment has a built-in flip open cup that allows an animal to drink from the flip open cup once liquid is expelled to the distal end of the cup via a nozzle. Unused liquid from the flip open cup drains back via a funnel into the leash attachment by way of a fill hole. The leash attachment attaches to a leash via a rolling cam with ridges on the cam's outer surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2022
    Assignee: Tail Chasers LLC
    Inventors: Kerry Cooke, Ian Kovacevich, Kassie Betts, Nouphone Bansasine
  • Patent number: 11013213
    Abstract: A pet food dispenser that includes two containers configured to receive and store pet food and/or water wherein the two containers are movable in a vertical direction. The pet food dispenser includes a housing having an upper portion and a lower portion wherein the upper portion includes an interior volume. Disposed in the interior volume of the upper portion is a drive assembly. The drive assembly includes a shaft, a drive pulley and a second pulley located at an opposing end of the shaft. A motor is operably coupled to the drive pulley and a belt operably couples the drive pulley and the second pulley. Container mounts are operably coupled to the shaft and the belt and are movable in conjunction with the directional movement of the belt. Support ring members are formed with the container mounts and are operable to receive and support the two containers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2021
    Inventor: Lori Gelinas
  • Patent number: 9992970
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a portable feeding apparatus or bowl, more particularly to a travel feeding apparatus for pets having a collapsible bowl for holding food and water and legs that fold-in for easy storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Assignees: LOVING PETS CORPORATION, GRAVITY PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, LLC
    Inventors: Eric Abbey, John James Stone
  • Patent number: 8973529
    Abstract: A cover for a bowl, such as a pet food or water bowl, that comprises a cover molded on or affixed to the outer surface of a bowl, thereby providing aesthetically pleasing exterior features, while also providing protection to the covered bowl and insulating qualities to the contents of the covered bowl. The cover of the present invention may be fabricated from rubber or plastic secured to the outer surface of the metallic bowl.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2015
    Assignee: Our Pet's Company
    Inventor: Steven Tsengas
  • Patent number: 8851013
    Abstract: A cover for a bowl, such as a pet food or water bowl, that comprises a lower cover molded on or affixed to the lower surface of a bowl, and a plastic decorative outer sleeve secured to the outer surface of the bowl and held in place by the lower cover. The outer cover provides aesthetically pleasing exterior features. The lower cover provide skid resistance properties, being fabricated from rubber or plastic secured to the lower outer surface of the metallic bowl.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2014
    Assignee: OurPet's Company
    Inventor: Steven Tsengas
  • Publication number: 20140261203
    Abstract: An animal feeder includes a pair of food containers and a base comprising a pair of base members upon which the pair of food containers are situated. The base members are structured to be movable between a deployed position and a collapsed position. In the deployed position, the food containers are situated adjacent one another in a first plane. In the collapsed position, the food containers at least partially overlie one another in a second plane that is transverse to the first plane. The animal feeder also includes a pair of leg elements upon which the base members are situated. The leg elements are structured to be movable between an extended position, in which the leg elements support the base members in the deployed position, and a retracted position. In the retracted position, the base members are in the collapsed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: DOSKOCIL MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.
    Inventors: Jack W. Renforth, Ann Hanson, Doug Golenz
  • Publication number: 20140060443
    Abstract: A pet feeder has a raised handle to prevent a user from having to bend over each time they desire to get or place food and/or water bowls. The pet feeder can include a frame for retaining one or more food and/or water bowls, typically two bowls, side-by-side. Legs can extend from the frame and rubber feet can help prevent the pet feeder from moving along a floor during use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2012
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Inventor: Harold Ronald Swift
  • Patent number: 8646413
    Abstract: The present invention provides a non-skid double-layer pet bowl for feeding animals and also provides a method of fabricating the said bowl. The bowl has an anti-skid bottom, so that the bowl does not move when the animal is eating or drinking from it. Another feature of the bowl is that materials, plastic and metal can be detached from each other. The plastic bowl is on the outside and is printed with various prints to make it attractive. Only this outer plastic bowl can be changed by removing it, in case of any damage or to obtain a different pattern. When detached, both the bowls can be used separately also, as double diner, that is one for feeding and the other one for drinking water for animal. The present invention also provides a method of fabricating the non-skid pet bowl. The bowls of the present invention are easy to fabricate, attractive in appearance and cost-effective.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Inventor: Ashish Padia
  • Patent number: 8464659
    Abstract: A support plate has upper and lower surfaces, rear and front edges and opposed side edges. A front wall is upturned at the front edge. Opposed side walls are upturned at the side edges. A rear wall is upturned at the rear edge. The support plate has arcuate cut out sections. The cut out sections extend from an end of the front wall to an adjacent side wall. A tube assembly includes a hollow vertical tube. The vertical tube has a lower end and an upper end. The tube assembly also includes a horizontal tube with an interior end permanently attached to the upper end of the vertical tube. The horizontal tube also has a free exterior end. The horizontal tube is positioned to overlie the support plate. The exterior end is positioned closer to the front edge than to the rear edge.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2013
    Inventors: Henry M. Batman, Carlene R. Batman
  • Patent number: 8438993
    Abstract: A container for storing or delivering a consumable liquid or semi-solid to an animal, such as a human or domesticated pet, includes a receptacle for holding its contents and two or more openings. At least one opening is an elongated opening formed in the side of the walls of the container to allow lapping or licking of the contents by the animal, when the container is laid on its side. The opening in the walls is covered by a corresponding cover, which is affixed using adhesives, mechanical devices, or a combination thereof. The cover prevents spilling of the contents when in place. The container is manufactured so that the opening in the walls can be opened by manually removing the cover, either partially or completely. The cover may be reattached to the container using a fastening technique or device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2013
    Inventor: Rishi Nangia
  • Patent number: 8347825
    Abstract: A leash module including a retention opening configured to receive and retain a used pet waste bag that has been closed via a tied knot, and a bowl portion configured to receive and retain water for drinking by a pet. The leash module is configured to be removably coupled to a leash assembly. The retention opening includes a bag receipt opening sized and dimensioned to allow for insertion of the tied knot of the used pet waste bag, and a bag retention opening extending from the bag receipt opening, the bag retention opening being narrower than the bag receipt opening and being sized and dimensioned to prevent passage of the tied knot of the used pet waste bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2013
    Inventors: Sammy Lopez, Nicole Lopez
  • Patent number: 8286589
    Abstract: A cover for a bowl, such as a pet food or water bowl, that comprises a dip molded cover on the outer surface of a bowl, thereby providing aesthetically pleasing exterior features, while also providing protection to the covered bowl and insulating qualities to the contents of the covered bowl. The cover of the present invention may be fabricated from rubber or plastic material and may be permanently or removeably secured to the outer surface of the bowl.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2012
    Assignee: OurPet's Company
    Inventor: Steven Tsengas
  • Patent number: 8256379
    Abstract: A dog leash handle assembly is provided with containers for dog food and water which are removeably attached to the assembly. Thus, the dog owner has a single assembly including the leash and provisions for the dog which are readily transported. The assembly also provides a place for the storage of clean up bags and other items. The handle assembly further includes has a mechanism for attaching to the loop handle of a typical dog leash but may also be used with a retractable leash.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Inventor: Billy Pak Rabello
  • Patent number: 8109234
    Abstract: A collapsible bowl apparatus and related methods of use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2012
    Assignee: fishpond LLC
    Inventor: John Land LeCoq
  • Patent number: 8082881
    Abstract: A dog feeder and dog waterer is provided wherein the dog feeder and dog waterer may be moved individually from operative positions to stored positions and which may be detachably secured together when in their stored or transport positions to enable the feeder and waterer to be carried as a unit and to add stability of the same during transport or storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2011
    Inventor: Raymon W. Lush
  • Patent number: 8015943
    Abstract: A travel bowl assembly for traveling in a vehicle including a bowl member divided into a snack section and a cup holder section. A cup holder, cup holder insert extends downward from a bottom of the bowl member. The cup holder insert can be integrated or removably attached to the bowl. A pliant adapter can be integrated or removably attached to the cup holder insert. The pliant adapter utilizes flexible winglets for compensating between dimensional differences between the cup holder insert and a receiving cup holder. The pliant adapter is formed having a tapered sleeve for sliding the adapter onto a tapered sidewall of the cup holder insert. A lid can be provided, sealing the snack section of the bowl.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2011
    Assignee: L J S Sales, LLC
    Inventors: Loren J. Samuelson, Nancy J. Cribb
  • Patent number: 7987816
    Abstract: The dual function bowl lifting and filling apparatus of the present invention allows a user to clean or fill a surface laying bowl with fluid or food, or to lift or move the apparatus without bending. Specific designs are utilized to enable the dual function bowl lifting and filling apparatus to be used by people with special needs. The bowl-filling apparatus also allows excess fluid to be stored in the apparatus. A method of filling a surface-laying bowl is disclosed as well as a method for storing excess fluid in a bowl-filling apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2011
    Inventor: Marjorie S. Walsh
  • Publication number: 20110114025
    Abstract: A pet feeder is provided that conveniently holds both food and water. The pet feeder includes a bowl adapted to hold pet food and the remainder of the pet feeder's interior is adapted to hold water. As such, water spreads evenly throughout the pet feeder. Thus, the pet feeder provides a stable and spill-resistant pet feeder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2010
    Publication date: May 19, 2011
    Inventor: John McMurphy
  • Publication number: 20110017141
    Abstract: A pet bowl includes a unitary housing having a front portion and a rear portion. The housing defines an internal chamber having a bottom wall upon which the housing sits in a first/dispensing orientation and a rear wall upon which the housing sits in a second/storage orientation. The housing also includes a first receptacle formed at the rear portion and a second receptacle formed at the front portion. A fluid flow port defined in the housing provides fluid communication between the internal chamber and the second receptacle. A handle is formed by a sidewall of the second receptacle defining a first lip, and a groove in the bottom wall defining a second lip. The housing may further include a transition wall angled from the bottom wall and rear wall, the housing configured to sit on the transition wall in a third/draining orientation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2010
    Publication date: January 27, 2011
    Applicant: TNT PRODUCTS LLC
    Inventors: Thomas Charles Hewson, Thomas Anthony Nomina, Donald Joseph Suriani
  • Publication number: 20100147223
    Abstract: A portable livestock feeder has a frame supported by a plurality of wheels with a trailer hitch at one end. First and second feed troughs are positioned on each side of a longitudinal center of the frame with racks positioned above the troughs. The feed troughs are supported at their front ends by a first pair of pin members and at their rear ends by a second pair of pin members. The feed troughs are pivotable by a hydraulic mechanism about the pin members between a normal feeding position and a bottom dumping position. One of the pin members is movable between first and second stops that limit lateral movement of the feed troughs toward and away from the longitudinal center of the feeder. An adjustable cam member is arranged to engage another one of the pin members for causing the troughs to move between narrow and wide width settings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2009
    Publication date: June 17, 2010
    Inventors: Melvin D. Kruse, Alan Adam
  • Publication number: 20100101498
    Abstract: A dog feeder and dog waterer is provided wherein the dog feeder and dog waterer may be moved individually from operative positions to stored positions and which may be detachably secured together when in their stored or transport positions to enable the feeder and waterer to be carried as a unit and to add stability of the same during transport or storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2009
    Publication date: April 29, 2010
    Inventor: Raymon W. Lush
  • Publication number: 20100050949
    Abstract: A portable pet device comprising a foldable container which is collapsibly folded from a flat one-piece sheet to form a chamber for storing food or water in the chamber for feeding a pet; and a leash detachably fastenable with the container, whereby the container may be fastened to a distal end of the leash for a convenient holding of the container and also for reinforcing the distal end of the leash for preventing tangling of the leash on the pet's neck or body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 13, 2009
    Publication date: March 4, 2010
    Inventor: Chih Heng Hsieh
  • Publication number: 20100018468
    Abstract: A dog leash handle assembly is provided with containers for dog food and water which are removeably attached to the assembly. Thus, the dog owner has a single assembly including the leash and provisions for the dog which are readily transported. The assembly also provides a place for the storage of clean up bags and other items. The handle assembly further includes has a mechanism for attaching to the loop handle of a typical dog leash but may also be used with a retractable leash.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2009
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Inventor: Billy Pak Rabello
  • Publication number: 20090241843
    Abstract: A pet feeding containment system adapted to hold food and water bowls comprises a base with at least one wall defining an interior space. The front section comprises a low portion and at least one high portion. The low portion provides a pet with access to food and water bowls, while the close proximity of the high portion to the pet's head and shoulders deters the pet from moving its head outside of the containment system while feeding. The containment system inhibits spills and contains those that occur, thus minimizing messes outside of the system. Another embodiment uses a filtering tray which is disposed above the base. The filtering tray has interstitial spaces that are sufficiently small to retain spilled food on the filtering tray but allow spilled water to pass through onto the base, thus enabling a pet owner to collect and re-use spilled food.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2008
    Publication date: October 1, 2009
    Inventors: Fernando Becattini, JR., Fernando Becattini, SR.
  • Publication number: 20090199775
    Abstract: A collapsible pet feeder includes a rigid annular portion maintaining the shape of the opening s of a pair of bowls, secured to a cup portion formed of a flexible material, such as silicone. A set of movable legs secures to the annular portion which fold downward to elevate the pet feeder during use, and fold upwards to facilitate a thin-profile storage configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2008
    Publication date: August 13, 2009
    Inventor: Ellis N. Shamoon
  • Publication number: 20090199776
    Abstract: The technology described herein provides a portable bagged water container having an embedded reinforcement rim to hold drinking water for a pet. In one embodiment, the technology includes portable fluid container for a pet having a fluid bag configured to contain a potable fluid, to be prefilled with the potable fluid and stored and sealed for subsequent consumption by a pet for hydration and an attachment device for attaching the fluid bag to the pet. The fluid bag is sealed in an original state. The fluid bag includes a perforation tear line from which to tear open a top edge of the bag and provide access to a resealable zip closure to open and access the prefilled fluid and to enable the pet to consume the fluid within the bag.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2009
    Publication date: August 13, 2009
    Inventors: Laurie McDermott Alexander, Joseph Scarlett Alexander, JR.
  • Publication number: 20090107406
    Abstract: Animal feeding bowls and in particular, an animal feeding bowl having adjustable extension handle removably attached to the feeding bowl, wherein the extension handle extends upward from the feeding bowl to a height that makes it easy for a physically handicapped individual to maneuver the feeding bowl without bending, for example.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2008
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventor: Martin Penny
  • Publication number: 20080314326
    Abstract: A portable, disposable, lightweight container is provided for carrying and storing pet food and water in a manner that enables a pet owner to prepare or purchase prepackaged water or food for a pet, and then provide the food or water to a pet or companion animal when away from the normal place of feeding the animal, such as when traveling. The container is sized with an opening sufficient to receive the muzzle, snout or beak of the animal, and includes a lid and means for carrying and stacking the container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2008
    Publication date: December 25, 2008
    Inventor: Karen L. Albert
  • Publication number: 20080276876
    Abstract: A pet accessory comprises a housing having means for attachment to a dog collar (10), the housing including a first compartment (15) within which there is a container (24) that can be filled with water and a second compartment (16) in which dry goods can be stored, the housing being formed as two parts that are hingedly connected together, and there being a compartment (15, 16) in each of the parts of the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2008
    Publication date: November 13, 2008
    Inventor: David Danby Hill
  • Publication number: 20080216754
    Abstract: An animal feeder includes a storage region having a bottom wall, and sidewalls extending upwards from the bottom wall. The animal feeder further comprises a cover with at least one depression in the cover to receive a feeding bowl. The cover forms an airtight with the storage region. The feeding bowl is isolated from the storage region when it is seated in the depression.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2008
    Publication date: September 11, 2008
    Inventors: Vance A. Lorenzana, Moises B. Lorenzana
  • Publication number: 20080190372
    Abstract: A pet food tray (1) comprising a planar horizontal surface (2) having at least one opening (8) located therein for acceptance of a bowl (9), a front wall (3) and an opposing rear wall (4) attached perpendicularly to the horizontal surface (2) and two opposing side walls (5 and 6) attached perpendicularly to the horizontal surface (2). At least one aperture (7) is located within the side walls (5 and 6) to permit a user to easily carry the pet food tray (1). At least one leg (11) is secured to the horizontal surface (2) so as to raise the horizontal surface (2), and thus at least one bowl (9), a predetermined distance above a ground surface. Alternate embodiments of the present invention include the bowl as a permanent feature of the horizontal surface (2) and a securing means to permit a user to lock the bowl within the opening via flanges (25 and 26). In addition, the leg(s) (11) may be telescopingly adjustable or removable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2007
    Publication date: August 14, 2008
    Inventor: George A. Horvath
  • Patent number: 7320292
    Abstract: A pet feeding system includes a dish having an upwardly projecting elongated handle. A liner is shaped and dimensioned to fit over the dish. An anti-rotation mechanism prevents the liner from rotating with respect to the dish.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2008
    Inventors: Salvatore Ferrantelli, Concetta M. Ferrantelli
  • Patent number: 7198005
    Abstract: A pet feeder includes a base and a lid, the base defining a bowl and the lid defining a reservoir. The base and lid are connected by a hinge, such that the lid can be retained in an open position. Solid food or liquid flows from the reservoir, through a valve, into the bowl. In the case of liquid, the supply of liquid in the bowl is continuously replenished due to the flow of liquid, by gravity, into the bowl. In another embodiment, the feeder may include a single base and separate bowls and separate lids, so that the feeder may provide both solid food and liquid simultaneously. When the lid is closed, the pet feeder becomes a compact structure that can be easily stored and transported.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2007
    Inventor: Ralph F. Polimeni, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7077074
    Abstract: A pet feeder includes a base and a lid, the base defining a bowl and the lid defining a reservoir. The base and lid are connected by a hinge, such that the lid can be retained in an open position. Solid food or liquid flows from the reservoir, through a valve, into the bowl. In the case of liquid, the supply of liquid in the bowl is continuously replenished due to the flow of liquid, by gravity, into the bowl. In another embodiment, the feeder may include a single base and separate bowls and separate lids, so that the feeder may provide both solid food and liquid simultaneously. When the lid is closed, the pet feeder becomes a compact structure that can be easily stored and transported.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2006
    Inventor: Ralph F. Polimeni, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7044080
    Abstract: The invention is a multi-compartmented dog leash handle assembly. The handle assembly has a compartment capable of carrying keys, money and/or plastic waste bags. The handle also has provisions for the easy transport of dog food and water. The handle also has a mechanism for attaching to the loop handle of a typical dog leash. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2006
    Inventor: Billy Rabello