Abstract: The pet grooming tunnel is a device that is adapted to brush hair or fur of an animal. The pet grooming tunnel is constructed of a ring member that includes a plurality of brush bristles provided on an inner surface. The ring member is supported in a vertical orientation via support legs provided on opposing sides of the ring member. The support legs are each vertically, adjustable so as to raise and lower the ring member with respect to a support surface. The plurality of brush bristles are concentrically oriented. An alternative embodiment includes a wider ring member wherein the plurality of brush bristles form a truncated conical opening.

Abstract: A pet door with groomer and vacuum is a pet door with a swinging, flexible door but the framework around the door has an interior vacuum channel that connects an attachable vacuum with orifices located on the inner periphery of the framework. Bristles attached to the inner periphery act as a grooming brush to brush the hair of a pet passing through and to help remove any loose foreign material and hair clinging to the hair of the pet. The attached vacuum suctions up any loose material and collects it in a trap that is removable for emptying.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pet grooming device that allows a pet to groom itself by passing through an annular tunnel having a plurality of grooming elements disposed therewithin. The tube-shaped device comprises an elongated tunnel having a first and second opening with wire grooming bristles attached within its interior. The pet is able to walk through the opening and as the animal passes through the device wire bristles brush the pet's hair in the natural direction, from head to tail. The distance the animal must pass through while traversing the device ensures that the animal's fur is sufficiently engaged by the bristles to promote a thorough grooming with each pass through the device, while a pathway free of grooming elements is provided for the pet to walk through the tunnel with ease and less trepidation. A barrier crossing and stand alone embodiment are disclosed, along with a method of construction.

Abstract: The invention provides a method and system for cleaning pet paws providing a bounded container containing a plurality of soft scrub brushes defining a paw cleaning region within an outer container wall wherein cleaning solution can flow freely within the container between a paw-for-cleaning, the container wall, and the brushes while allowing space for sediment. A spill resistant lid allows easy transport. An optional splash resistant lid containing a further brush boundary enables an enhanced side leg cleaning. The proposed method and system enables an enhanced deep cleaning through repeated submersion within the container and removable of debris. The system aids in prevention of infection and disease.

Abstract: A device for facilitating a cat's self grooming. The device includes a pad for residing upon a planar surface and first and second grooming elements. The first and second grooming elements have nodules extending therefrom and each is releasably appended to the pad and to one another such that the grooming elements are selectively detachable from the pad and from each other.

Abstract: An automatic pet door device having a pet-specific identification component whereby only authorized animals are permitted to access the pet door.

Abstract: A brush may be mounted on a typical flap-style pet door. As the pet uses the pet door, the brush may automatically sweep dirt, loose hair, leaves, grass, allergens, or other debris off the pet. The result may be both a cleaner pet and a cleaner house, as the debris may be brushed off the pet prior to the pet entering the house. The pet owner need not be present for the brush to reap its benefits.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pet grooming device that allows a pet to groom itself by passing through an annular tunnel having a plurality of grooming elements disposed therewithin. The tube-shaped device comprises an elongated tunnel having a first and second opening with wire grooming bristles attached within its interior. The pet is able to walk through the opening and as the animal passes through the device wire bristles brush the pet's hair in the natural direction, from head to tail. The distance the animal must pass through while traversing the device ensures that the animal's fur is sufficiently engaged by the bristles to promote a thorough grooming with each pass through the device, while a pathway free of grooming elements is provided for the pet to walk through the tunnel with ease and less trepidation. A barrier crossing and stand alone embodiment are disclosed, along with a method of construction.

Abstract: A cat grooming device and method for using it. The device includes a cylinder having a shell, the shell having open ends, an exterior surface and interior surface. The interior surface is provided with a lining capable of grooming a cat passing within the cylinder. Ideally, the lining is composed of unwoven polyester fibers or directional microfibers.

Abstract: A cat entertainment and grooming device 10 includes an enclosure 12 having a plurality of apertures 14 varying in dimension and configuration. The apertures 14 allow a cat access to an internal cavity 16 to allow the cat to play with pet toys 24 secured to internal portions of the cavity 16, or to sleep upon a heated cushion 62. The device 10 further includes a grooming member 30 centrally disposed upon an outer top wall 26 of a cover portion 38 of the enclosure 12. The grooming member 30 is rigidly positioned to remain stationary irrespective of the force imparted upon the grooming member 30 by a cat grooming itself by engaging the grooming member 30 while walking upon the outer top wall 26 of the enclosure 12.

Abstract: A brush may be mounted on a typical flap-style pet door. As the pet uses the pet door, the brush may automatically sweep dirt, loose hair, leaves, grass, allergens, or other debris off the pet. The result may be both a cleaner pet and a cleaner house, as the debris may be brushed off the pet prior to the pet entering the house. The pet owner need not be present for the brush to reap its benefits.

Abstract: A cat entertainment and grooming device 10 includes an enclosure 12 having a plurality of apertures 14 varying in dimension and configuration. The apertures 14 allow a cat access to an internal cavity 16 to allow the cat to play with pet toys 24 secured to internal portions of the cavity 16, or to sleep upon a heated cushion 62. The device 10 further includes a grooming member 30 centrally disposed upon an outer top wall 26 of a cover portion 38 of the enclosure 12. The grooming member 30 is rigidly positioned to remain stationary irrespective of the force imparted upon the grooming member 30 by a cat grooming itself by engaging the grooming member 30 while walking upon the outer top wall 26 of the enclosure 12.

Abstract: An animal self-grooming system incorporating a platform supporting horizontally and vertically oriented brushes or combs which is usable by an animal without human intervention is disclosed. The brushes or combs are positioned such that they support walk-by and stationary self-grooming respectively as well as massage. An animal attraction substance may be applied to the brushes or combs for animal self-grooming training. A material that promotes claw exercise may optionally be applied to the vertical and/or horizontal structural components of the disclosed device to incorporate a “scratching post” appliance within the animal self-grooming system context.

Abstract: An apparatus for grooming cats which includes a source of food located in an enclosure and a grooming brush assembly forming an adjustable aperture which is mounted between a portal formed in the enclosure and the source of food.

Abstract: A litter box includes a pair of brushes each of which has bristles which project into an opening through which an animal must pass in order to enter or leave the litter box thereby performing a grooming action on the coat of the animal. In an additional embodiment of the invention, a sponge member is provided which deposits a liquid on the coat of the animal as the animal enters or leaves the litter box. In another embodiment of the invention the animal enters a second enclosure in which a washing action is performed on the animal's body and paws.

Abstract: An animal hair confinement device comprising, a tubular shaped enclosure 10 lined with bristles 12, and slideable 31 onto a base 14 containing a strip of carpeting 22 on the base floor surface 16.

Abstract: A pet door consisting of an opening filled by the bristles of a brush or brushes. An animal moves through the opening by pushing aside the flexible bristles, which reliably and quietly reseal the opening after the animal passes. Moving through the brushes is as natural to an animal as moving through tall grass or underbrush. The brushes perform a grooming function by removing dirt and debris from the animal's coat as it enters. The brushes have high insulating value due to the volume of air trapped among the bristles.