Abstract: A dog run assembly for preventing tangling of leads includes a pair of bars, a pair of lines, a pair of connectors, and a pair of fasteners. Each line is engaged to and extends between the bars. Each connector is rotationally engaged to a respective bar and can engage a respective vertical support element of a pair of vertical support elements so that the pair of lines is suspended between the vertical support elements. Each fastener is slidably engaged to a respective line so that the fastener is slidable between the bars. The fastener can engage a respective lead attached to an associated animal. The pair of bars rotates as a pair of animals tethered singly to the lines travel in opposing directions relative to the pair of lines. The lines and the leads attached to the animals remain untangled.

Abstract: Described herein are examples of an animal containment system that includes a cable having a first end connectable with a first vertical structure and a second end connectable with a second vertical structure. A first tensioner attached to the first end of the cable and a second tensioner attached with the second end of the cable. The tensioners are configured to tension the cable between the vertical structures. A slider system configured to translate along the cable, the slider system includes a housing having a front wall, a back wall and a top wall. A first pulley, a second pulley and a third pulley. The first pulley and the second pulley are disposed in an upper portion of the housing. The third pulley may be disposed below the first pulley and the second pulley.

Abstract: A pet containment apparatus for a truck bed that connects to the corner bed anchors and contains an overhead connection for the pet(s) to allow for free movement of the pet(s) in the truck bed, while keeping the pet(s) from exiting the truck bed. The apparatus may be static or adjustable and allow for single or multiple pets to travel safely in the truck bed. The pet(s) will be tethered overhead to allow for free movement. In preferred embodiments, the various elements of the apparatus include a sturdy, metallic frame with adjustable connectors to fit various truck beds.

Abstract: Animal constraint systems may include at least one track suitably configured for mounting on the anchoring structure, the at least one track having a track interior. A track slot may be provided in the at least one track. The track slot may communicate with the track interior. A carriage may be disposed for linear movement in the track interior of the track and protrude from the track interior through the track slot. The carriage may include a carriage frame. At least one carriage roller may be rotatably carried by the carriage frame and disposed in the track interior of the track. A tether line may be connected to the carriage frame. The tether configured for connection to the animal via a collar, harness or the like.

Abstract: A slidably moveable connector device is disclosed. The slidably moveable connector device includes an elongate member and at least a first snap. The elongate member has a first end and a second end disposed distal thereto both first end and a second end being fixably attached to a surface. The at least a first snap has a first end connectively and slidably disposed about the elongate member.

Abstract: Solo play dog toys including two elevated supports, a zipline releasably attached at its ends to the two elevated supports, an elastic line releasably attached at its ends to a point at or near the ends of the zipline, where the zipline and elastic line are suspended above the ground, a slider slidingly attached to the zipline and affixed to the elastic line so that the slider will slide along the zipline between, and a dog toy affixed to the center portion of the elastic line so that when the dog toy is pulled, the elastic line automatically recenters the dog toy along the zipline. In some examples, the solo play dog toy includes support rings to keep the elastic line elevated.

Abstract: An animal training device and restraint (10) is comprised of a lead (14) having a length greater than the height of the cat and less than the length of the cat and a device (12) for attaching to the cat's collar or harness on one end and a weight (13), light enough to lift into the air and swing freely when the cat jumps, attached to the other end to provide the animal with some free roaming ability while preventing them from jumping onto furniture or over fences or after birds.

Abstract: A tangle-free portable animal tethering device comprising a first ring with an outer circumference having a hinge and a locking mechanism, and a leash fastening member. The first ring is secured around a periphery of a cylindrical post via opening and closing the locking mechanism. The hinge is situated opposing the locking mechanism and the first ring is foldable about the hinge for ease of transport and storage. The leash fastening member may slide freely in relation to the first ring during in-use periods, and a leash may be secured to the leash fastening member allowing an animal to be tethered to the cylindrical post.

Abstract: An animal restraint apparatus according to the present invention includes a longitudinal rail and a trolley adapted to be slidably disposed on the rail. The trolley provides a leash hitch to which an animal may be coupled. An animal restraint system according to the present invention includes a longitudinal rail, which may include a plurality of joined rail sections, mounted to a support structure and a trolley slidably disposed on the rail. A method according to the present invention of restraining animals includes the steps of providing a longitudinal rail and a trolley slidably disposed on the rail, anchoring the rail to a support structure, and coupling an animal to the trolley, thereby allowing the animal to roam within a predetermined envelope of movement.

Abstract: An animal restraint apparatus according to the present invention includes a longitudinal rail and a trolley adapted to be slidably disposed on the rail. The trolley provides a leash hitch to which an animal may be coupled. An animal restraint system according to the present invention includes a longitudinal rail, which may include a plurality of joined rail sections, mounted to a support structure and a trolley slidably disposed on the rail. A method according to the present invention of restraining animals includes the steps of providing a longitudinal rail and a trolley slidably disposed on the rail, anchoring the rail to a support structure, and coupling an animal to the trolley, thereby allowing the animal to roam within a predetermined envelope of movement.

Abstract: An animal run line cornering mechanism with a corner component and leash component. The corner component is dumbbell shaped with a narrow body, a ball at one end with an aperture for the line, and a support attachment. The leash component has a tubular line ring with a shaped gap so that it appears C-shaped in end view, and leash ring attached to the line ring. The gap is wider than the corner component body and narrower than the line so that it is captured by the line. The line ring diameter is larger than the corner component ball and line diameters so that it moves freely along the line. The gap is defined by opposed edges of the line ring walls that taper to a rounded apexes. When the body hits the a tapered line ring wall, the body slides along the wall until it slides through the gap.

Abstract: A pet restraint system includes anchors at either end with a cable extending between the anchors. Intermediate cable supports are positioned between the anchors. A trolley with a pet leash attachment slides along the cable with three wheels engaging the cable. One of the wheels is movable and moves to a second position to permit the trolley to travel across the intermediate cable supports.

Abstract: An animal leash and running device for allowing movement of leashed animal includes an elongated flexible member. The flexible member extends through a runner such that the runner may be selectively positioned along a length of the flexible member. An elongated tubular member has a bend therein such that the elongated tubular member forms an obtuse angle. The flexible member extends through the elongated tubular member. A coupler is attached to the elongated tubular member for selectively coupling the elongated tubular member to a vertical structure. A leash has a first end and a second end. The first end of the leash is attached to the runner. The second end of the leash may be releasably coupled to an animal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a guiding installation for training horses, camels, and other animals without a person guiding the animals. The guiding installation is provided with a travel rail positioned at a distance over a training circuit of the guiding installation and a guide grating traction suspended from the travel rail. The guide grating traction may be provided with at least one drive carriage and a plurality of runner carriages or a plurality of drive carriages. The guiding installation is additionally provided with a plurality of guide gratings which are suspended from the runner carriages and/or drive carriages.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a Free-Reign Walking Machine for the purpose of training animals along a defined training course, especially for the training of horses and camels. The Free-Reign Walking Machine has a number of Moving-Guide-Components that are moveably arranged along a support structure. The path of movement of the Moving-Guide-Components defines or corresponds to the training course for the animals. The supporting structure has at least one fixed rail, on which at least one traveler is moveably arranged. The Moving-Guide-Components are connected to the at least one traveler.

Abstract: A dog run and apparatus adapted to accommodate more than one dog. The apparatus includes a spring-tensioned run line. One end of a primary leash line is mounted on the run line via a swivel connection and pulley. One end of a secondary leash line is mounted on the primary leash line via a swivel connection and pulley. A second end of the primary and secondary leash lines is connected to a respective dog's collar. The elevation of the run line above grade and the linear dimensions of the run line and leash lines have been chosen to afford ample run area for the dogs and to provide room for maneuvering without causing the leash lines to tangle and snarl.

Abstract: A dog run and apparatus adapted to accommodate more than one dog. The apparatus includes a spring-tensioned run line. One end of a primary leash line is mounted on the run line via a swivel connection and pulley. One end of a secondary leash line is mounted on the primary leash line via a swivel connection and pulley. A second end of the primary and secondary leash lines is connected to a respective dog's collar. The elevation of the run line above grade and the linear dimensions of the run line and leash lines have been chosen to afford ample run area for the dogs and to provide room for maneuvering without causing the leash lines to tangle and snarl.

Abstract: An anchor and tether animal restraining device having a line extending between a pair of anchors. At least one of the anchors is an angle-spike anchor having an angled portion for providing control over the line and, further, a smooth walled enclosure partially covering a base portion of the angle portion for preventing entanglement of a leash which attaches an animal, such as a dog, to the device.

Abstract: This invention is a sprint exercise training system and method suitable for a variety of animals, including horses, dogs and humans, to apply a restraining force during training to condition an animal to run faster. An exercise path (19) is defined by a single elevated monorail (20). The monorail (20) slidably carries a restraining assembly for providing a force opposing, and generally aligned opposite, an animal's direction of movement along an exercise path. A harness (12, 16) transfers the restraining force via a single tether (5) from the restraining assembly to the moving animal. An animal using the present invention may be conditioned to run faster when not subjected to a restraining force.

Abstract: A multichannel, multipurpose sample collection and drug delivery system for freely-moving laboratory animals includes several sampling and/or infusion devices mounted on a powered turntable above the cage but out of the animal's sight. Rotation of the tether as the animal moves is detected by magnetic switches, which cause the turntable to turn in the direction taken by the animal. Fluid or electrical swivels are entirely eliminated; the animal experiences almost zero torque on the tether. As the swivel normally limits the number of fluid or electrical connections in traditional systems, eliminating the swivel removes this constraint. Multiple probes can now be placed in alert, freely moving animals to sample several brain regions simultaneously.

Abstract: Animal restraint system for use in safely transporting non-caged animals, such as dogs, on a pickup truck bed. The system includes a four-point anchored arrangement of straps that facilitate a lengthwise symmetrical placement of the animal restraint system within the bed of a pickup truck. The system includes a plurality of anchor devices secured to the forward and rear corner areas of a truck bed, a first cross-strap arrangement, including a pair of adjustable length strap members mechanically joined at one end and having respective mechanical anchors at another end, and a second cross-strap arrangement, including a pair of fixed length strap members mechanically joined at one end and also having mechanical anchors at another end. Each mechanical anchor associated with each cross-strap arrangement being mechanically secured to the anchor devices at the forward and rear corner areas of the truck bed.

Abstract: The invention is a portable dog run which effectively exercises a dog or other animal. A cable, wound around a spool, provides an overhead linear guideway when extended. Also, a spool lock is provided to affix the cable at a predetermined length. The spool and extended cable connect to various fixtures by using swivel snaps and eyebolts, or other similar connectors. Adjustable straps are provided to connect the dog run to structures which do not accommodate eyebolts, hence enhancing the portability.

Abstract: A restraining device for allowing a pet to encircle a building or the like has a continuous cable looped around the building and a leash movably engaging the cable and fixedly attached to the pet so that the pet may pull the leash along the cable and around the building. A connector freely moveable along the cable allows the length of the loop to be adjusted prior to use.

Abstract: A tether system for an animal. The tether system has an apparatus which is electrically or fluidically powered or monitored with greater than 200 milliamps of current. The tether system is also comprised of an area for the animal and a structure above the area. The tether system is comprised of an anchor for attachment to the structure. The tether system is also comprised of a mechanism for providing power to the apparatus to operate it. The providing mechanism is in electrical communication with the anchor and the apparatus. The anchor prevents entanglement of the power providing means or mechanism as the animal moves freely about the area. Preferably, the tether system also includes a mechanism for providing fluid to or from the animal. The fluid providing mechanism is fluidically connected to the anchor and the patient. Additionally, the tether system can include a mechanism for transmitting electrical signals from the animal.