Abstract: An animal positioner includes two forelimb positioning members cylindrically attached to forelimbs of an animal, respectively, so as to wrap the forelimbs; two hindlimb positioning members cylindrically attached to hindlimbs of the animal, respectively, so as to wrap the hindlimbs, the two hindlimb positioning members being longer than the forelimb positioning members; a trunk positioning member which is longer than the hindlimb positioning members, the trunk positioning member being cylindrically attached to a trunk of the animal so as to wrap the trunk between the forelimb positioning members which are attached to the forelimbs of the animal, respectively, and the hindlimb positioning members which are attached to the hindlimbs thereof, respectively; and a head positioning member attached to a head of the animal so as to form a truncated cone circumferential surface and wrap the head above the forelimb positioning members.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a surgical isolator and cradle, suitable for the use in a surgical method involving the removal of prematura eggs from birds in order to generate germ-free eggs and birds. In particular, the surgical isolator is used in the generation of birds of specified germ-free status.

Abstract: An adjustable stand includes a stable base, an upright portion upending from the base, and a platform adjustably locked in the base. The platform height preferably may be adjusted continuously rather than incrementally for precise and accurate positioning of a horse hoof or other animate or inanimate object. One platform includes a diverging U-shaped cradle, with a firm but cushioning/shock-absorbing material on its top side for elevating the supported object and absorbing the concussion of the work being performed on the object. Preferably, the firm but cushioning material is a flexible strap slung across the cradle and spaced above the surface of the cradle at its center region. The preferred plastic base and continuous adjustability of the platform provide a quiet, substantially non-metallic, and non-intimidating stand that tends not to frighten horses or other animals.

Abstract: A pet's dressing cart for carrying a pet for dressing includes a mobile cart body, two bearing blocks axially movably supported on the base of the mobile cart body for carrying a pet for dressing, a horizontal adjustment mechanism for adjusting the pitch between the bearing blocks, and a holding down mechanism adjusted to hold down the legs of the pet on the bearing blocks.

Abstract: A surgical tray for holding an animal in place in a dorsally recumbent position is made in the form of a shell contoured to conform generally to the back, neck and head of the animal. The shell has raised side wall portions on it in the vicinity of the head and thorax area, and scapular shoulder rests for the animal. Openings are placed adjacent the positions of the front and rear legs of an animal placed in the shell; and a detachable leg strap is led around the leg of an animal and passes through a corresponding opening in the shell for holding the animal in place. The shell is designed to raise the bottom above a table surface on which it is placed; and drain holes through the shell are employed to drain fluids from it.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for restraining wildlife with minimal trauma to the animal. The apparatus includes a housing having open front and rear ends allowing the entry and exit of a target animal, while the rear end includes an openable/closable door effective for controlling the egress of the target animal from the housing. To immobilize the animal, a deer lift is disposed within the interior of the housing having opposed, outwardly and upwardly inclined surfaces which are vertically movable between a first, lower position and a second, raised position. The opposed surfaces are spaced from one another with the space therebetween defining a narrow passageway allowing the target animal to walk between the opposed surfaces in the lower position. However, the width between the opposed surfaces is sufficiently close such that they engage the trunk or body of the animal when raised.

Abstract: Shearing lifting jack for shearing sheep comprises a cradle (31) for holding a sheep on its back or stomach and which is shaped so as to allow the sheep to be rolled from its back to its stomach or vice versa during the shearing operation. Lifting means for example in the form of a rolling chain (20) is provided to move the cradle from a first loading/unloading position adjacent the floor of a shearing shed or other suitable location for shearing sheep and a second raised position for shearing the sheep approximating the height of a work bench. This allows the sheep to be lifted whilst it is shorn in order that the sheerer avoids bending over the sheep. The lifting means is operable between the first loading/unloading position and second shearing position by a single unassisted shearer.

Abstract: An adjustable farrier's stand includes a polyethylene base formed having a large generally flat base and a narrow truncated conical upright receiving portion centrally protruding from the base, a support upright configured to be slidably held within the upright receiving portion and an adjustable holding mechanism for securing the upright within the upright holder at a selected height. A first upright includes a diverging “U” shaped cradle attached to its upper distal end. A nylon strap is slung across the cradle and attached to the opposing ends of the cradle to form a hoof receiving sling. The cradle and strap are configured to securely hold the hoof and absorb concussion associated with nailing and hoof maintenance. A second upright member simply provides a flat surface or platform to receive the bottom of a hoof at an elevated position above the ground for anterior hoof work.

Abstract: A milking parlor assembly including a brisket rail therefor. The brisket rail is formed of sheets of steel that are bent into six-sided segments that are relatively easy to manufacture and, when assembled into the brisket rail, very easy to clean and maintain.

Abstract: A hydraulically controlled portable dual table with a gate which enables the examination of a calf or a sheep by restraining the animal while the rotatable tables are vertical with neck and body catches of one table. The table and animal are rotated to a horizontal position for examination, branding, dehorning or castration. The table and animal are returned to a vertical position and the neck and body catches released. The second table is employed to restrain the animal with its neck and body catches and lifted to a horizontal position for examination of the other side of the animal. The operation of the hydraulic controls and the examination can be performed by one person.

Abstract: A small livestock head restraint device is provided which can be temporarily secured to a fence for field use in securely capturing the head of a small animal. The small livestock head restraint device includes a vertical support member typically positioned adjacent to fence railings or a cylindrical pole, and a pair of clamps which can be tightened about the railings or pole to securely fix the support member to the fencing. A slider bracket is attached to the support member, and a mounting shaft, having fixed thereto a headrest arm and the animal headrest, is movable vertically within the slider bracket to adjust the height of the animal headrest after the device has been secured to the fencing. In one preferred form, a pair of rail clamps are adjustably fixed to the support member for engaging generally horizontal fence rails. In another preferred form, a pair of pole clamps are attached to the mounting shaft and pivot to grasp a generally vertical pole therebetween.

Abstract: An improved small animal restraint device is provided which enables an inidual to conduct ocular examinations of a small animal. The device minimizes manipulation of the eyes of the animal and eliminates recovery time associated with anesthetics, while also reducing examination time. The restraint device comprises a cylinder having a longitudinal slot in the wall thereof. A conical member which is attached to one end of the cylinder includes a pair of eye openings in the upper wall thereof and a nose opening at the apex thereof. A plunger placed in the cylinder at the other end thereof assists in holding the animal in place. A set screw, which extends through the slot in the wall of the cylinder, secures the plunger in place.