Abstract: A pet bowl assembly for traveling in a vehicle including a container for holding water, a bowl having a bowl base and a vertical wall projecting upwards from a perimeter of said base, a removably attached container secured to the bottom of the bowl base, and a lid removably attached to the top of the bowl. The container is shaped and sized to dimensionally correspond to a shape and size of a recess of a cup holder in a console of a vehicle. The container is securely retained within the cup holder via the dimensions and an optional adapter. The pet bowl assembly is provided for storing both food and water. The removably attached container is provided for storing pet food, while the bowl and cover are used for storing water. The embodiments optionally include a splashguard for preventing spilling when a pet is drinking from the bowl and when a vehicle is in motion. The adapter incorporates pliant features for compensating for dimensional differences between the container and the cup holder.

Abstract: An pet feeding vessel with an upwardly elongated sidewall that acts as both an containment and protective barrier to the vessel. The feeding vessel has a designated maximum level to assure successful results from the intended functions of the design of this vessel. The apex is at the rear of the vessel and tapers in height at the sides of the top perimeter to the front of the vessel just above the designated fill level. The barrier functions serve to provide substantially more confinement area than common feeding bowls and vessels in proportion to the maximum filling level capacity. The additional confinement area present also serves to isolate the feeding animals and prevent other animals from accessing the food or water while one animal is feeding.

Abstract: One embodiment of a contiguous pet bowl and lid (30) comprising a watertight hollow utensil (60) connected to a lid (30) by a tether (21). The pet bowl is surrounded by an adjacent skirt portion (50) with a means to secure a watertight seal (40) around the rim (71). The topside aperture (71) is large enough to accommodate use by an animal. The lid (30) is sealable (41) when joined to the means to secure a watertight seal (40) retaining liquid or solid matter in any position. The lid (30) and pet bowl are also independent from a contiguous means. Other embodiments are described and shown.

Abstract: A drinking bowl for a pet and adapted for use in a moving vehicle has a base section which defines a liquid reservoir having a cylindrical side wall and a removable in-turned rim at the upper end thereof. An inner section has sufficient buoyancy to float on liquid in the reservoir, the inner section being a close sliding fit within the side wall and having a dished upper surface with a central liquid-receiving area. A plurality of liquid feed holes extend through the inner section to permit liquid to flow into the central area from which a pet may drink.

Abstract: A collapsible bowl described herein includes a base, wherein the base includes a top, a bottom, a chamber that is between the top and the bottom, a first edge, and a seam, wherein the base is foldable along the seam. The collapsible bowl also includes a first side that includes a top edge and a bottom edge, wherein the bottom edge of the first side is coupled to the first edge of the base, wherein the chamber is configured to receive a foldable cooling apparatus that is adapted to modify a temperature of a liquid in the collapsible bowl.

Abstract: A pet feeding system for separating spilled food from spilled water comprises a housing which defines a contained feeding area adapted to hold a food bowl, a water bowl, or both. The system is capable of filtering spilled food from spilled water. A sloped surface extends downward from a bowl region toward a perforated collection region. A low portion of at least one wall has a segment which is contoured inwardly toward feeding bowls, thus allowing a pet to be closer to the bowls while feeding. A method for collecting spilled food and spilled water from a pet feeding system comprises separating the pet feeding system into a first reservoir and a second reservoir, which are detachably coupled to each other; collecting the spilled food from the first reservoir; and collecting the spilled water from the second reservoir.

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.

Abstract: An apparatus has a base having a side that defines an interior space, and a periphery that defines an aperture above the interior space. A bowl element has a rim and is shaped to fit into the interior space such that the rim abuts the periphery. A lever mechanism has a lever, a fulcrum having an aperture, a pair of ears on opposite sides of the aperture, pins extending from each of the pair of ears into the lever for pivotally mounting the lever on the fulcrum, and an attachment element for attaching the fulcrum to the base. The lever has a proximal end adapted to abut the bowl element, and a distal end opposite the proximal end.

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.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a squirrel proof feeder which includes a dispenser bowl configured to hold feed and a cage surrounding the dispenser bowl having two barrier rings separated by a vertical spacing. Furthermore, each separated from the dispenser bowl by a lateral spacing, wherein the lateral spacing and the vertical spacing are configured to prevent the squirrel from obtaining feed from the dispenser bowl.

Abstract: A feeding apparatus includes an outer wall and an inner wall joined at an upper end. The inner wall includes a side wall and a bottom wall. An inner space is defined by the side wall, the bottom wall, and the upper end. One or more obstructions are provided in the inner space, each obstruction extending upright from the bottom wall and away from the sidewall. A food placement area is formed between adjacent obstructions. The rate of food consumption of an animal is reduced by the obstructions.

Abstract: An apparatus has a base having a side that defines an interior space, and a periphery that defines an aperture above the interior space. A bowl element has a rim and is shaped to fit into the interior space such that the rim abuts the periphery. A lever mechanism has a lever, a fulcrum having an aperture, a pair of ears on opposite sides of the aperture, pins extending from each of the pair of ears into the lever for pivotally mounting the lever on the fulcrum, and an attachment element for attaching the fulcrum to the base. The lever has a proximal end adapted to abut the bowl element, and a distal end opposite the proximal end.

Abstract: An ear prop prevents a pet's ears from contacting or substantially contacting food or water in a bowl or dish. The ear prop has members for elevating, supporting or displacing the pet's ears, and the ear prop may comprise a shield. A dish for holding food or water for a pet is constructed to keep the pet's ears from contacting or substantially contacting food or water in the dish. The dish comprises a bowl section and an ear prop section. The bowl section has a floor piece with a boundary continuously connectable to a boundary of a side wherein another boundary of the side defines an opening of the dish. The ear prop section is operably connected to the opening to provide a mechanism for elevating, supporting or displacing the pet's ears.

Abstract: The present dish provides a novel way to feed pets which entices them to eat the entirety of a routinely apportioned amount of food. The dish includes a food bowl and treat chamber. The bowl is located at the top of the dish, and includes an open top and side walls which taper downwardly inward to a passageway at the bottom of the bowl. The chamber is located beneath the bowl, and includes an open top, which forms the passageway, and a closed bottom. A treat is placed into the chamber and then food is placed into the bowl such that it covers the treat. The food falls toward the passageway into the chamber so that, regardless of how vigorously the pet noses through the food in an attempt to just eat the treat, the treat will remain covered by the food until the pet eats all the food.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a multi-piece animal food server including two separate components, a feeding component containing a unitary pre-packaged serving of animal food and a support component configured to hold at least one feeding component. The present invention is also directed to a sanitary, quick and easy method of feeding an animal that utilizes the multi-piece animal food server.

Abstract: An animal feeding device is provided. The device comprises an open-top container to hold a portion of animal food and an obstruction for placement within the container. The obstruction is mobile within the container and sized to permit an animal to access food within the container by moving the obstruction. The device aids in slowing an animal's intake of food.

Abstract: An elevated pet feeding bowl stand is described along with a set of stands of different sizes that are nestable within each other for shipment and retail display. One variation of the stand comprises a rectangular form substantially fabricated from a single piece of the transparent plastic sheet. Multiple sizes are provided wherein each smaller size nests within the next larger size.

Abstract: A portable dish assembly for feeding a domesticated animal comprising at least two dishes and a frame for holding the dishes wherein said frame includes a plurality of dish holding members which are foldable with respect to each other. Each dish having a substantially concaved interior and equipped with a lid selectively coupled to the dish such that when the lid covers the dish the lid denies access to the concaved interior. A hinge couples the two dish holding members together. The dish holding members include a first ring sized to surround the perimeter of one of the dishes and a second ring sized to surround the perimeter of the cylindrical base of said dish. A plurality of leg members couple the first loop to the second loop in a spaced-apart relationship. Each leg member includes a first end coupled to the first ring and a second end coupled to the second ring. Each leg member is bent to provide a foot on to the leg.

Abstract: A pet dish may include a container and a repositionable cover. The container may define a holding space and an opening to access the holding space. The container may include a base, a first wall extending from the base, and a second end wall spaced apart from the first wall. The cover may be positionable on a first side of the container to close the opening. The cover may be positionable on a second side of the container such that at least a first portion of the cover extends beyond the container and at least a second portion of the cover is received within a space defined by the first and second walls. The cover may be joined to the container by a connection element, such as a strap.

Abstract: A feeder apparatus comprises a plurality of walls defining a feeder body, mounting structure, and a feed holder. The feeder body is hingedly, optionally hingedly and/or removably, mounted to the mounting structure. In some embodiments, the feeder apparatus further includes a blocking plate which is hingedly, optionally hingedly and removably, mounted to the mounting structure. One or more of the feeder body walls and the feed holder have cooperating sliding structures, enabling the feed holder to be slidingly received into, and/or removed from the remainder of the feeder apparatus.

Abstract: A pet dish apparatus that includes a spring loaded base unit, on top of which sits a permanent feeding and watering bowl. Multiple disposable bowls are nested in the permanent bowl, which keeps them aligned both vertically and horizontally. A hinged ring like lid that rims the apparatus and clamps down over the disposable bowls and outer top of apparatus to keep bowls in place, keeping them from popping up and keeping them free from food and debris that could be caught in between the disposable bowls and the inner lining of the apparatus. The spring loaded base will allow disposable inserts to rise to top of apparatus as each discarded bowl is removed. The permanent bowl can also be used for feeding when disposable bowls are unavailable. The solid construction of the base, weight of the apparatus and permanent bowl, and rubberized disc at bottom of bowl, will keep the pet dish apparatus stable to the floor.

Abstract: The device is a Pet Dish for holding Disposable Liners. The dish is durable and washable, but the liner can be disposable, in a form that is conventionally available from a number of pre-existing supply sources. The dish is aesthetically pleasing. The dish and liners cooperate so that the liner inserted into the dish will not inadvertently be forced out by the eating pet, nor should the liner be allowed to spin within the dish. The dish and liners are also configured so that a stack of liners can be held conveniently within a single dish. The dish may resemble the face of a pet, such as a cat or dog.

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.

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.

Abstract: A pet food holder and pet food containing module releasably carried by the holder that includes seeds or sprouts in a plug or pellet of food containing material in a cup of the module that germinate and grow into a plant that is edible by an animal. The holder includes a mounting arrangement used to releasably mount the holder to an object and a cradle that releasably receives the module. The mounting arrangement includes a mounting plate to which at least one mount is attached that can be a suction cup or hanger. The module includes a cover that is removed to enable germination of the seeds or sprouts. After germination, growth and being eaten by an animal, the module can be removed and replaced with a refill module.

Abstract: A pet dish apparatus that includes a spring loaded base unit, on top of which sits a permanent feeding and watering bowl. Multiple disposable bowls are nested in the permanent bowl, which keeps them aligned both vertically and horizontally. A hinged ring like lid that rims the apparatus and clamps down over the disposable bowls and outer top of apparatus to keep bowls in place, keeping them from popping up and keeping them free from food and debris that could be caught in between the disposable bowls and the inner lining of the apparatus. The spring loaded base will allow disposable inserts to rise to top of apparatus as each discarded bowl is removed. The permanent bowl can also be used for feeding when disposable bowls are unavailable. The solid construction of the base, weight of the apparatus and permanent bowl, and rubberized disc at bottom of bowl, will keep the pet dish apparatus stable to the floor.

Abstract: A pet food bowl is provided with an integral protrusion that helps to prevent inadvertent aspiration of food by the animal. Particularly for dogs, some feeding behaviors are characterized by swallowing large amounts of food. The protrusion in the bowl separates the food into a peripheral channel within the bowl, and the dog therefore cannot simultaneously secure large amounts of food into its mouth. The protrusion is centrally oriented and extends from the base of the bowl, thereby causing the food to be uniformly distributed within the channel.

Abstract: A feeding bowl assembly for a pet. The feeding bowl assembly has a housing, wherein an internal bowl structure is formed within the housing. The internal bowl structure has an open rim along its top. A lid is provided that is sized to cover the internal bowl structure over the open rim. A storage compartment is disposed within the housing. The storage compartment is located above the bottom of the housing and below the internal bowl structure. The storage compartment is accessible through an access opening in the housing. Both the storage compartment and the access opening are sized to receive the lid. The lid can therefore be stored within the bowl assembly when the lid is not in use. While being stored, the lid is protected from the contents of the bowl and anything that might spill out of the bowl.

Abstract: A consumption-control feeding dish comprising a bowl structure having an interior wall that defines a concave interior area. The wall has an arcuate shape between an upper peripheral edge portion and a bottom surface. A protrusion is connected to the bottom surface of the interior wall and projects away from the bottom surface into the interior area. A plurality of dividers are positioned within the interior area and project radially relative to the interior wall toward the protrusion. The dividers in combination with the interior wall and the protrusion define a plurality of curvilinear feeding zones shaped to retain food for the animal and sized to prevent the animal from opening its mouth to open position and taking a full bite of the food, thereby requiring the animal to take a plurality of small bites of food to consume the same amount of food in a full bite.

Abstract: A dog feeding table having an elevated dog feeding table which incorporates an increased aesthetic appearance. A plastic molded base is provided with a choice of finishes to match kitchen decor. Further, the base incorporating a raised ridge around its circumference with a raised lip around the bowl openings to prevent water or food from falling. Legs can be added by force-fit into receptacles molded into the base and a wooden shelf can rest on top of the base to hold the feeding bowls. The instant abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: The purpose of the Pet Caddy would be to eliminate the pet owner from having to walk throughout the house looking for pet food or for miscellaneous pet items. Thus, making it easier for the pet owner to have all their pet needs in one convenient Pet Caddy. The Pet Caddy can be used inside or outside the home. The Pet Caddy should be made with durable material to tolerate the outside elements. It can be used when camping, on vacations or while traveling. The Pet Caddy should be made in two sizes. 1. To hold a 10 lb. bag of dry pet food for smaller pets, and. 2. To hold a 20 lb. bag of pet food for larger pets. The Front of the Pet Caddy has been left blank leaving room for the pet to walk up to eat and drink. The Rear of the Pet Caddy has a double pouch that would be used for storing the pet leash, pet brush, pet treats etc . . . . The double pouch would be made of soft thin plastic durable material able to weather the outside elements.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pet bowl that is releasably securable to a stabilizing base that also stores a lid during use. Optional bowl liners are replaceable and disposable, allowing the use of the pet bowl system during travel with or without the liners. A lid-lip sealing construction allow users to seal a lid over a partially used liner in the bowl for temporary storage or transport. An opening in the stabilizing base provides an optional storage region. Bowl liners may be individually sealed, include multiple sections, and may be sold separately for the travel convenience of pet owners. The bowl liners may also include a liner-lip sealing or other construction that removably secures the liner in the bowl during use while providing a rim-tab to enable easy removal.

Abstract: A novel pet food tray is disclosed-comprising of a housing with openings for receiving pet food dishes, where the housing is configured with three lobes with an opening in each lobe, the three openings being in triangular relation to each other. The dishes are affirmatively engageable with the housing and can be removed and reinstalled. In an alternate embodiment of the present invention, the food dishes are part of an integrated pet food product where the food dish is comprised of a sealed container of prepared pet food that is compatible with installation of the container into the housing of the pet food tray.

Abstract: A spill resistant pet food and water dish is provided which incorporates features to prevent contents from spilling over the side of the dish when the dish is jarred or bumped during transport or while in use in feeding, the pet food and water dish being adaptable to a variety of sizes of animals, the dish incorporating a means of securely fastening the dish to the side of the pet carrier or crate, the dish providing one or more cavities within the base of the dish to receive ice packs or ice to chill the contents of the dish. The spill resistant pet dish may be used independently of a cage and placed on the floor or ground for pet feeding, particularly in a moving vehicle or boat, wherein the spill resistant features of the disclosed pet dish are advantageous to minimize or eliminate spillage of food or water from the dish.

Abstract: A water and food dispenser for pets comprises a first dish member and a second dish member, wherein the second dish member is stacked above the first dish member. The first dish member has means for automatically replenishing water within the dish as the water is either consumed or evaporates. The second dish member comprises a food storage reservoir which gravitationally dispenses food into the second dish member. The water and food dispenser may be configured such that the position of the second dish member may be rotated about a vertical axis with respect to the first dish member.

Abstract: This invention relates to an integrated automatic device for training and feeding a pet, which also functions as a play mate while the owner is absent or otherwise engaged. A toy holder, when actuated by an ejector, throws a toy placed therein to a predetermined distance. This toy holder is actuated by a spring connected to a spring tensioner and a rotating shaft activated by a motor programmed by microprocessors. Voice command issuer and proximity switches are provided to regulate the functioning of the device. The device is connectable to a pet feeder including a feeder capable of supplying feed for a predetermined period. The entire system is controllable by a remote control.

Abstract: An improved pet feeding dish is herein disclosed for causing pets to eat their mealtime ration at a slower pace. The pet feeding dish generally comprises an annular-shaped trough which compels the pet to move its snout in a circular fashion therethrough, thereby slowing the eating process. Additionally, obstructions in the form of wave-like indentations are formed in the base of the dish to provide for even distribution of food within the dish as well as to cause the pet to reach into each of the furrows created thereby, thus further retarding the eating process. The teachings of the present invention may be adapted for use with virtually any type of pet that is capable of consuming food from a dish structure such as dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, or other similar type domesticated or non-domesticated animal.

Abstract: Pet sensing is accomplished by detecting pulsed infrared light reflected from a pet worn collar or harness devised of highly reflective material. To avoid false triggering, a dual set of infrared light emitting and detecting sensor units works in conjunction with logic circuitry for reliable activation of an electrically actuated access device.

Abstract: An adjustable elevated serving tray for pets and having a tray portion accepting various dish sizes and shapes, leg position brackets on the bottom or sides of the tray portion, and two legs fastenable in any one of multiple possible positions beneath the tray portion by means of angled slots in the leg position brackets.

Abstract: A Pet Dish and Disposable Liner. The dish is durable and washable, but the liner is made from low-cost material such that it can be disposable, if desired. The dish and liner are both aesthetically pleasing, particularly since they resemble a pet's face. The dish and liners are cooperatively designed so that the liner inserted into the dish will not inadvertently be forced out by the eating pet, nor will the liner be allowed to spin within the dish. The dish and liner are also configured so that a stack of liners can be held conveniently within a single dish.

Abstract: A pet feeder having a base with a removable back splash and side walls adapted to abut an interior wall with a baseboard.

Abstract: An apparatus for the dissemination of food to a first animal when the first animal is disposed proximate the apparatus includes a container for receipt of the food and a transmitter that is attached to the first animal and a receiver that is operatively attached to the apparatus. The transmitter emits a signal continuously according to a preferred embodiment or a signal only when it is proximate the apparatus, according to a modification. The apparatus is adapted to receive and respond to the signal to allow access to the food in the container when the signal is present. When the signal is not received by the apparatus, access to the food in the container is denied.

Abstract: A sound-reproducing package comprises a housing for storing a consumer product, a disposed therein sound signal reproducing unit electronically connected to a power supply and a loudspeaker, at least one external activation sensor connected to the sound signal reproducing unit, and a package state sensor operative to form a signal corresponding to an open or closed state of the package, or the presence or absence of a consumer product in it. The package state sensor is connected to the sound signal reproducing unit operative to select from its memory sound signals for reproducing depending on the signal from the package state sensor.

Abstract: A feeder for a cage, designed to reduce the scattering of food and to provide a cleaner and healthier caged environment, wherein the cage has a wall and an interior space for housing an animal such as a bird, including a cage door. The feeder comprises a feeder mechanism which includes a feeder receptacle attached to an extension structure, wherein the extension structure extends between the receptacle and the wall of said cage. The extension structure is manually engageable and adjustable for positioning the feeder receptacle at a selected location in the interior space of the cage and at a selected location at a cage door for access to the feeder receptacle.

Abstract: A pet dish, equipped with a lid that opens so that food is made available only when the pet goes near the dish, and shuts once the pet moves away.

Abstract: A feeder apparatus comprises a plurality of walls, mounting structure and a feed holder. The plurality of walls communicates with the mounting structure to accommodate mounting the feeder apparatus on the outside of an animal confinement structure, e.g. a cage. One or more walls of the feeder body and the feed holder have cooperating sliding structures, enabling the feed holder to be slidingly received into, and/or removed from the remainder of the feeder apparatus.

Abstract: A feeder assembly has a collapsible shade to selectively shield a feed container. The shade is operable from an extended position to a collapsed position and positioned such that, when extended, the shade substantially covers the feed container thereby limiting the impingement of direct sunlight or rain on the feed container. By limiting the amount of direct sunlight or rain impinged on the feed container, the freshness of the feed can be more efficiently maintained.

Abstract: An animal feeder includes a cover for a container and a detector for the presence or absence of an animal. A first cam has an operating surface which is an extension of an outer surface of the cover. A second cam has an operating surface which is movable according to the detected animal presence or absence. The first and second cam surfaces are engaged whereby movement of the second cam surface in first and second opposite directions respectively causes the cover to open and close the container according to the detected presence or absence of the animal.

Abstract: A feeder for a cage, designed to reduce the scattering of food and to provide a cleaner and healthier caged environment, wherein the cage has a wall and an interior space for housing an animal such as a bird, including a cage door. The feeder comprises a feeder mechanism which includes a feeder receptacle attached to an extension structure, wherein the extension structure extends between the receptacle and the wall of said cage. The extension structure is manually engageable and adjustable for positioning the feeder receptacle at a selected location in the interior space of the cage and at a selected location at a cage door for access to the feeder receptacle.

Abstract: A weatherproof pet feeder (12) has an enclosure (14) pivotally mounted to a feeder base (16) by a hinge (18). Latches (22) secure the enclosure (14) in a downward position on the feeder base (16). The feeder base (16) as two bowl sockets (34, 36). The bowl socket (34) has an electric heater coil (58) for heating a water bowl (38). The feeder base (16) is raised above a ground surface on support legs (44). The support legs (44) have mounting feet (46), tubular leg sections (72) and insecticide bands (96). The support legs (44) are sealed on lower ends by nipples (48) for containing weighting material which prevents the weatherproof feeder (12) from being overturned. The feeder base (16) has tie down loops (52) and the mounting feet (46) have apertures (86) for receiving stakes (88) for securing the weatherproof pet feeder (12) to the ground surface.