Abstract: A single-unit restraining system for exercising control over a subject is provided. The restraining system comprises an attachment element adapted to be removably attached around a subject and encasing a retraction mechanism configured to extend and retract a tether element. The retraction mechanism comprises a multi-spool configuration which allows spooling or coiling of the tether element into the attachment element without requiring the tether element to complete 360-degree revolutions around a vertical axis. Tension forces associated with spooling the tether element are reduced and potential harm to the subject is reduced. The restraining system is configured to detach from the subject upon detecting tension forces exceeding a threshold amount.

Abstract: A system, comprising a harness configured to be releasably attached to a portion of an animal; a retractable leash assembly comprising a first structural feature and a second structural feature; a receptacle coupled with the harness, the receptacle comprising a first structural feature a second structural feature; wherein the first structural feature of the retractable leash assembly is configured to be releasably mated with the first structural feature of the receptacle upon application of a force on the retractable leash assembly causing at least a portion of the retractable leash to move in a first direction; and wherein the second structural feature of the retractable leash assembly is configured to be releasably mated with the second structural feature of the receptacle upon application of a force on the retractable leash assembly causing at least a portion of the retractable leash to move in a second direction.

Abstract: An animal leash system combined with a storage container and a bag storing container. The system includes a housing that encloses a leash retracting mechanism configure to control movement of a leash extending thereout. The bag container includes an open end configured to receive a bag container cap or an end of a ball thrower device. The storage container includes a container cap defining a recess configured to threadably receive a threaded post of the bag container cap. The system provides a single unit that includes the advantages of a retractable pet leash with the convenience of having bags ready for use to collect pet waste along with a storage container for disposing of waste filled bags.

Abstract: A system, comprising: an axle structure defining an axis of rotation; an engagement plate translatable between a first position and a second position in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation, the engagement plate comprising one or more tooth protrusions and one or more ramp recesses; a spool rotatably movable about the axle structure, the spool comprising one or more tooth recesses configured to mate with the one or more tooth protrusions of the engagement plate responsive to a movement of the engagement plate into the second position; and a release ring at least partially rotatable between a first release ring position and a second release ring position, the release ring comprising one or more ramps; wherein, responsive to a predetermined movement of an actuator, the release ring is causes the tooth protrusions of the engagement plate to disengage with the tooth recesses of the spool.

Abstract: An extensible leash for pets comprises a shell (1, 101) provided with a handle (1, 102), a cable-winding roll (3, 103) provided with a cable (6, 22) with an end integral with the roll (3, 103) and a free end external to the shell (1, 101). The roll (3, 103) is rotatable around a rotation axis as a result of the action of a spiral-shaped spring (5, 105) Means for locking/unlocking the roll are provided with a control mechanism operated by a first lever (2, 106) to be operated by the palm of the hand to move from an unlocking position to a locking position of the roll (3, 103). The first lever (2, 106) is associated with a bi-stable locking device (11, 107) adapted to hold the first lever locked in the two positions and to allow it to move from the locking position to the unlocking position.

Abstract: Improvements in a retractable Snap-On Leash is disclosed. The Snap-on Leash is always on the collar and can be used on nearly any collar that is available in the market place. This further allows the retractable snap-on leash to be removed and placed on a different collar when as the animal grows and when the collar wears out or is damaged. The owner simply needs to locate the handle to extend the leash. A lanyard retainer, stop or lock can be incorporated to limit the extension length less than the length of the leash spooled in the housing. The retracting mechanism allows the leash to be retracted automatically at the end of a walk or as the dog changes distance from the owner. The handle conforms to the shape of the housing to minimize a surface that can catch on anything that the dog might encounter.

Abstract: A retractable pet leash. The leash includes a grip configured for releasably attaching to a user and a flexible tether connected to the grip. The leash also has a retractor assembly including a housing having an internal chamber sized and shaped for receiving a spool for receiving the tether when retracted into the housing and a fastener rotatably attached to the housing. The fastener is adapted to attach the housing to a pet garment so the housing rotates with respect to the fastener.

Abstract: Improvements in a retractable Snap-On Leash is disclosed. The Snap-on Leash is always on the collar and can be used on nearly any collar that is available in the market place. This further allows the retractable snap-on leash to be removed and placed on a different collar when as the animal grows and when the collar wears out or is damaged. The owner simply needs to locate the handle to extend the leash. A lanyard retainer, stop or lock can be incorporated to limit the extension length less than the length of the leash spooled in the housing. The retracting mechanism allows the leash to be retracted automatically at the end of a walk or as the dog changes distance from the owner. The handle conforms to the shape of the housing to minimize a surface that can catch on anything that the dog might encounter.

Abstract: An improved restraining device may include a retractable strap lead, a housing in which the retractable strap lead is at least partially housed, and a twister for changing the orientation of the retractable strap so that, in use, the orientation of the strap is changed as it is deployed from the housing.

Abstract: A collar/leash combination restraint system may include a hollow connector affixed to a collar. The leash is wrapped around a dog's tail and fed through the hollow connector. This forms a pulley configuration that utilizes the weight and momentum of the dog to leverage control of the animal when dog begins to pull its human walker.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a pet leash assembly having a weighted hand grip. The hand grip has a first end and a second end. A leash is operationally connected to the first end. A container is coupled to the second end which is opposite the first end. The leash assembly may optionally include a second container, and a removable cover portion may be reversibly coupled to the containers for closing the containers. The weighted hand grip is configured so that, when in use, the weighted material is disposed in the palm of a user. Also disclosed is a kit comprising the components of a pet leash assembly.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for leading animals by means of a leash. The leash is fastened, via a coupling element, on a strap which can be worn around a user's hips. The release and roll-up mechanism is present between the leash and the strap for releasing the leash under pulling action and for automatically rolling up the released leash by means of spring force. The operations of releasing and rolling up the leash can be limited manually by means of a blocking mechanism.

Abstract: A leash assembly includes lead line that is extendable out of and retractable into housing attached to a pliable handle or is affixed to a pliable handle. In embodiments where the leash is retractable and extendable from the housing, a pliable handle may be directly attached to the housing. The pliable handle can be comprised of gel or other pliable material so that a force from a user can deform a shape of the handle to reduce fatigue associated with holding onto the handle while walking a pet or otherwise having the leash attached to a pet animal.

Abstract: A retractable leash and collar/harness assembly. The assembly includes a hub that contains a spring member and leash line coiled and enclosed within the hub. The spring member and leash line remain in constant communication with each other. The hub contains an aperture through which the leash line can flow. Extending outwardly from the hub are snap buckles, one of which is structured to have a channel formed therein. The leash line can flow through the channel to a handle, which is contained within a pouch formed on the attached collar. When the leash is pulled, the handle separates from the pouch, followed by the leash line. Thus, when in use, the leash line follows a path of travel from the hub, through the snap buckle, through the pouch and into the external environment. In an alternative embodiment, the current invention may be a leash and harness assembly.

Abstract: A leash for domestic animals comprising a box-shaped body that houses a cord-winding pulley and a handle with open annular profile that ends at the free ends with rotational pins inserted from opposite sides in suitable housings obtained on the sides of a basically rectangular short pipe joined to said box-shaped body. The handle is provided with a button that stops and releases the pulley with the interposition of suitable return means. The handle is composed of two C-shaped semi-parts, each of them ending with one of said rotational pins at one end and with fast coupling and uncoupling mechanisms at the other end.

Abstract: A retractable leash and collar/harness assembly. The assembly includes a hub that contains a spring member and leash line coiled and enclosed within the hub. The spring member and leash line remain in constant communication with each other. The hub contains an aperture through which the leash line can flow. Extending outwardly from the hub are snap buckles, one of which is structured to have a channel formed therein. The leash line can flow through the channel to a handle, which is contained within a pouch formed on the attached collar. When the leash is pulled, the handle separates from the pouch, followed by the leash line. Thus, when in use, the leash line follows a path of travel from the hub, through the snap buckle, through the pouch and into the external environment. In an alternative embodiment, the current invention may be a leash and harness assembly.

Abstract: A tether device is provided which includes a first wristband to which a retracting mechanism is attached. A first end of a cord may be attached to the retracting mechanism. A second end of the cord may be attached to a second band. The retracting mechanism permits retraction and extension of the cord between the first and second wristbands responsive to changes in distance between first and second persons wearing the respective first and second wristbands. The present tether device provides an effective, lightweight tether system that may be used by an adult for inconspicuous, hands-free restraint of a child, particularly in public areas.

Abstract: A retractable leash apparatus includes opposed first and second open ends and defines an interior area. A retraction assembly is operatively coupled to the handle member and defines an inner space and an aperture, the retraction assembly having a spool rotatably positioned in the inner space. A leash member having a first end is connected to the spool, the spool being selectively movable between a retracted configuration in which the leash is substantially inside the inner space and an extended configuration in which the leash member is substantially outside the inner space. The handle member includes a partition positioned in the handle member interior area so as to divide the handle member interior area into a first interior portion and a second interior portion, the first interior portion being selectively accessible through the first open end and the second interior portion being selectively accessible through the second open end.

Abstract: Apparatus for a child or an animal, comprising: a wearable item configured to be secured around the body and arms limbs of a child or an animal. The wearable item comprises a pocket presenting a first aperture and a second aperture, and a leash having a first end secured within a housing and a second end secured to a handle. The housing is configured to be removably received within the pocket through the first aperture, and the handle is configured to be passed from within the pocket through the second aperture.

Abstract: A leash apparatus includes a housing containing a spool assembly, a spring biased lever arm, and a first tensioning line. The first tensioning line is attached to a first end of the lever arm and wrapped at least once around the spool assembly, and has an opposite end attached to other than the rotatable portion of the spool assembly, such as a fixed location on the leash housing on a mounting of the spool assembly. A surface of the spool assembly slidingly rotates relative to the tensioning line portion that wraps at least once around the spool assembly. A second tensioning line is wound about the spool assembly and extends outside of the housing. The second tensioning line is guided around a wheel attached to a second end of the lever arm located on an opposite side of the lever arm.

Abstract: A pet leash apparatus includes a housing, a spool enclosed within the housing, and a container attached to the housing, configured to store a volume of liquid solvent. The spool is configured to store and dispense a leash, the leash configured to be extendable from the housing in a first direction, and retractable into the housing by way of the spool. The spool configured to be actuated by a first control arrangement mounted on the housing. The container is coupled to an inlet of an orifice by way of a valve, the valve configured to be actuated by a second control arrangement, the orifice including an outlet to the exterior of the housing. The housing is configured to be handheld; and actuation of the valve releases a directed spray of liquid solvent through the orifice in a second direction.

Abstract: A harness for pets including a leash. The leash includes a selectably removable decorative handle. The harness includes a leash retraction device coupled to the leash and configured to retract the leash into a retraction body. The leash retraction device includes a retraction brake system. The harness includes a pocket substantially enclosing the retraction body.

Abstract: A retractable leash and collar/harness assembly. The assembly includes a hub that contains a spring member and leash line coiled and enclosed within the hub. The spring member and leash line remain in constant communication with each other. The hub contains an aperture through which the leash line can flow. Extending outwardly from the hub are snap buckles, one of which is structured to have a channel formed therein. The leash line can flow through the channel to a handle, which is contained within a pouch formed on the attached collar. When the leash is pulled, the handle separates from the pouch, followed by the leash line. Thus, when in use, the leash line follows a path of travel from the hub, through the snap buckle, through the pouch and into the external environment. In an alternative embodiment, the current invention may be a leash and harness assembly.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a retractable leash assembly that may be selectively carried by a user while attached to the collar or other wearable item on a companion pet and carried by the pet while not in use. The leash assembly may be connected to more than one location along the collar or other wearable item for securing the leash assembly to the companion pet. The leash assembly comprises a braking mechanism for stopping the movement of the leash in a preferred embodiment. In a preferred embodiment, the retractable leash assembly provides a full-length leash and weighs less than about 85 g.

Abstract: A restraint system for an animal comprising a collar assembly and a retractable leash assembly. The collar assembly comprises a strap member adapted to be secured around a portion of the animal and a pouch member secured to the strap member. The pouch member defines a pouch chamber and an open end. The retractable leash assembly comprises a retraction assembly secured to the strap member within the pouch chamber, a cord member operatively connected to the retraction assembly, and a handle member operatively connected to the cord member. The retractable leash assembly is operable in a retracted configuration in which the handle member is substantially within the pouch chamber. The retractable leash assembly is operable in an extended configuration in which the handle member is outside of the pouch chamber.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pet retractor, more particularly to an emergency self-locking pet retractor, comprising a collar, a leash, a leash spool, a shell body and a grip handle, in which it also comprises an emergency self-locking device. The emergency self-locking device includes a switch sliding block disposed on an external surface of the shell body and inserted into the shell body, a self-locking sliding block and a return spring thereof disposed in the shell body and attached to the switch sliding block, a self-locking baffle and a return torsion spring thereof disposed on an external surface of the leash spool and whose one end is hinged on the leash spool, and a self-locking baffle block disposed at the corresponding part on the external surface of the leash spool. When the pet suddenly breaks out or rises up, the emergency self-locking device can automatically lock the spool to prevent the leash from being pulled out, so that the pet cannot run around, attack people or damage properties.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for securing a pet leash to an object. The apparatus comprises a body connectable to a leash secured to the pet and a flexible member extending from the body. The flexible member has sufficient length to be passed around an object and a free distal end. The body has a receiver operable to selectably and lockably receive the free distal end of the flexible member therein. The method comprises providing a body connectable to a leash secured to the pet, extending a flexible member from the body around an object and selectably and lockably securing a distal end of the flexible member into a receiver of the body. The body may comprise a handle body of a leash.

Abstract: A retractable leash assembly that may be selectively carried by a user while attached to the collar or other wearable item on a companion pet and carried by the pet while not in use. The leash assembly may be connected to more than one location along the collar or other wearable item for securing the leash assembly to the companion pet. The leash assembly comprises a braking mechanism for stopping the movement of the leash in a preferred embodiment. In a preferred embodiment, the retractable leash assembly provides a full-length leash and weighs less than about 85 g.

Abstract: A pet collar with retractable leash provides a comfortable collar structure having a retractable leash selectively extendable from the collar. The assembly includes a collar having a first end portion, a second end portion, and a medial portion extending between the first end portion and the second end portion. A buckle is coupled to the first end portion of the collar. The buckle is selectively securable to the second end portion of the collar to secure the collar around a neck of an animal. A reel assembly is coupled to the medial portion of the collar. A line has a first end coupled to the reel assembly and a second end selectively extendable from the reel assembly.

Abstract: A leash pendant includes a pendant-shaped hollow housing containing a rotatably mounted reel. A length of leash is wound onto and unwound from the reel through a hole in the top of the pendant. The reel is resiliently biased so as to automatically retract the leash into the housing from the leash's extended position when in use. A one-way release mechanism allows extension of the leash and delays retraction of the leash until actuated. The housing is the leash handle. The free end of the leash attaches to a pet's collar.

Abstract: The present invention is related to the field of portable lighting apparatuses and methods, in particular, apparatuses that are useful for illuminating in the dark, such as at night or in dark spaces; as well as for athletic and physical activities for which illumination is useful. In certain embodiments, the present invention is directed to an illuminating device that is portable and motion activated. Such a device may be useful for pet applications such as collars and leashes, or for human applications such as charms for illuminating in low visibility conditions including sports and law enforcement situations.

Abstract: A pet collar assembly is removably attached to a pet collar and carries a leash. The assembly allows for extending and retracting the leash and includes a housing, an actuator assembly for actuating retraction of the leash upon receiving force higher than a threshold retraction force, and a spool communicating with the actuator assembly and biased for coiling the leash. The actuator assembly has a button and a button shaft that mechanically communicates with a hook shaft attached to a hook. The hook engages a plurality of teeth disposed on the circumference of a rim of the spool. An elastic band applies force against the hook so that the actuator assembly remains in a locked configuration unless a force higher than the threshold retraction force is received by the button.

Abstract: A pet restraint system includes a collar having first and second ends and a fastener to selectively secure the first and second collar ends about a pet. A radio transmitter is coupled to the collar that emits a signal at a predetermined frequency. The system includes a handheld unit separated from the collar that includes a radio receiver configured to receive a radio signal, a GPS receiver for receiving signals from global positioning satellites, a signal indicator, and a CPU in data communication with the radio receiver, GPS receiver, and signal indicator. The CPU includes programming for evaluating a relative strength of signals received by the radio receiver and for outputting the relative strength to the signal indicator indicative of a position of the signal transmitter relative to the handheld unit. The CPU also includes programming for evaluating GPS signals and determining a global position of the handheld unit.

Abstract: The invention has been designed to get a leash that is remained permanently linked to the pet collar, thereby preventing the owner or keeper of the pet has to carry with him/her the leash when the animal is released to run or play in places or areas designated for the effect. For that purpose, it is constituted from a handle provided with fixing means on the lateral surface of the collar, with independable character in relation to this, with the peculiarity that said handle is extended by one of its ends on a cord or cable that is inserted into the collar itself and is linked to an automatic winding device. This device may be materialized in a drum supported by a spring or coil spring, as part of the collar itself.

Abstract: A flexible abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective, preferably retractable, flat belt pet leash/pet collar exhibits omnidirectional reflectivity. The omnidirectionally reflective flat belt pet leash reflects an incoming light beam back in the direction from which it emanated. The reflected light beam provides accurate illumination of the pet leash and the location of the pet during dusk or nighttime hours. This reflective pet collar and/or leash is created by forming a substantially flat reflective woven band composed of narrow width reflective strips that comprise woven or knitted reflective threads. A raised, braided, dimensional band is optionally placed atop the substantially flat reflective woven band to further increase reflectivity and visibility thereof. The flexible reflective threads are composed of microsphere retroreflectors coated with water resistant compound and, optionally, a poly-phosphorus material.

Abstract: A pet leash and a method of making and using same. In one embodiment, the leash includes one or more features for improving functionality. In one form, such features include one or more compartments (40A), lighting and timing components or a combination thereof. One such feature is the ability to include numerous recesses into the housing (20) and grip (30). This allows multiple devices, such as a pet water bowl, pet treat compartment and one or more pet waste bags to be stored within the leash. In a particular form, the water bowl is made in a collapsible configuration to facilitate placement in the housing when not in use, and to allow it to expand when removed for use. In a particular form, the recesses formed in the housing to hold the various devices may be spaced around a portion of the housing used to contain a pet leash line and its associated retraction mechanism.

Abstract: A restraint system for an animal comprising a collar assembly and a retractable leash assembly. The collar assembly comprises a strap member adapted to be secured around a portion of the animal and a pouch member secured to the strap member. The pouch member defines a pouch chamber and an open end. The retractable leash assembly comprises a retraction assembly secured to the strap member within the pouch chamber, a cord member operatively connected to the retraction assembly, and a handle member operatively connected to the cord member. The retractable leash assembly is operable in a retracted configuration in which the handle member is substantially within the pouch chamber. The retractable leash assembly is operable in an extended configuration in which the handle member is outside of the pouch chamber.

Abstract: A pet restraint system includes a collar having first and second ends and having a first lock configured to restrict separation of the first and second ends. The system includes an elongate leash having a clip at a first end for removable attachment to the collar and having a second lock to restrict removal of the clip from the collar. The system includes a handle coupled to a second end of the leash and having a protrusion movable between release and hold positions. The handle includes a third lock for restricting movement of the protrusion from the hold position. The handle further includes a retracting mechanism coupled to the leash to selectively retract the leash to a plurality of retraction positions.

Abstract: A dog collar preferably includes an adjustable collar and retractable leash. The retractable leash is preferably located within a housing, whereby the cord is removably attached to the collar and a spring-actuated spool operably mated to the cord. The cord is wound about the spool and maintained at a tensioned position while retracted. Each collar is provided with an id tag that is interchangeable and customized to fit the user's needs.

Abstract: A tether device includes a tether assembly disposed between two entities maintaining connection between the entities. A resilient element is integrated with the tether assembly. A geometry of the tether assembly and the resilient element create first and second resilient element and tether force-displacement responses when the resilient element and tether assembly are together subjected to at least first and second axial displacement forces. The second axial displacement force is greater than the first axial displacement force. The first force-displacement response, when subjected to the first axial displacement force, is greater than the second force-displacement response when subjected to the second axial displacement force. The geometry can include a tether configured in a serpentine formation in a relaxed position. The serpentine formation straightens taut when the tether is fully extended by the second axial displacement force. The geometry can also include multiple O-rings.

Abstract: The present invention provides a retractable leash and animal restraint assembly. The assembly includes pet collar and a leash. Integral to the pet collar is a cavity and a length of a collar interior, enclosing a leash. A housing may enclose at least a portion of the leash within the cavity. The leash may be extracted from and retracted into the collar by force exerted on a handle at one end of the leash. In another embodiment, a pet harness is disclosed, also having a leash integral to the harness.

Abstract: A flexible reflective flat retractable pet leash is retained within a retractable housing device. The reflective pet leash reflects incoming light beams back in the same direction as emanated. The reflected light beam provides accurate illumination of the pet leash and the location of the pet during dusk or nighttime hours. This retractable pet leash is created by weaving or integrating reflective material fabric/tape within a flat leash portion. The reflective retractable pet leash is composed of a flat leash portion operable to sustain substantial tensile forces having a front and back side. Reflective means are integrated within the flat leash portion being operable to provide reflectivity. A retractable housing device having a handle portion, a retraction control member actuated by a retraction control switch, a housing body with an internal chamber appointed with a reel member, and an extension-retraction aperture is provided for housing the leash.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for tethering a companion animal close to a human being primarily as a means to avoid fines associated with untethered animals as well as a way to calm members of the public who may be fearful of an untethered animal, not knowing whether the animal is well-behaved or not. The tethering device of the instant invention cannot be used as a leash or restraining device. Accordingly, the instant invention seeks not to provide a retractable leash for an animal, but rather to provide a means of tethering the animal to the owner for owners with controllable animals who need to be tethered to be in compliance with local ordinances requiring the tethering of companion animals.

Abstract: An animal training device for use with a head collar, a neck collar and a leash simultaneously includes: an elastic body removably coupled between the neck collar and the leash, the elastic body lengthening in response a separating force between the neck collar and the leash and an inelastic line removably coupled between a snout portion of the head collar and the leash, the inelastic line having a fixed length. When the animal pulls against the leash, the inelastic line exerts a force on the snout portion of the head collar.

Abstract: A device designed to manage pet companship by providing for a detachable leash for pet collars that is counterweighted to remain at spine of animal with a fabric leash that can either hang free for accessbility or be secured to device, said device having a transparent tense for personalization and security information, as well as screw mechanism for uniquely secure attachment to pet collar.

Abstract: Devices and methods for controlling an animal are disclosed. An animal control device includes a retractable leash assembly for being mounted to a collar or other harness. The retractable leash assembly has a retractable leash that is extendable from and retractable back to the collar via the retractable leash assembly. The retractable leash assembly includes a spool in a housing. The retractable leash is adapted to be wound around the spool in a retracted mode, and extendable from the spool in an extended mode.

Abstract: A leash assembly for a pet collar and a combined collar and leash. A base assembly is permanently or temporarily engaged with the collar. The leash assembly, which has an internal retractor mechanism, is detachably seated on the base assembly and is connected thereto by a short leash. When the leash and base assemblies are engaged, the leash is substantially retracted into the leash assembly. The leash assembly may be grasped and pulled out of engagement with the base assembly thus causing a length of the leash to be unwound from the retractor mechanism. The retractor mechanism includes a lock that is engaged unless a release button on the leash assembly is depressed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a combination pet collar and leash adapted for operation between a retracted position and an extended position, the combination including a pet collar adapted for wear by a pet and including collar assembly in communication with a leash assembly associated with a handle, the collar assembly including a housing having a circular structure in communication with a segmented region by a passageway, the housing adapted for receiving a retraction mechanism for rotateable receipt of the leash where the retraction mechanism includes a resilient member adapted for biasing a spool adapted for rotatably receiving the leash. A pair of complementary fasteners is positioned along the collar and the handle for securing the handle along the collar with the leash assembly overlying the collar assembly in the retracted position.

Abstract: A flexible abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective retractable pet leash has an omnidirectionally reflective pet leash housed within a retractable housing device. The omnidirectionally reflective pet leash reflects an incoming light beam back in the same direction as it was emanated. The reflected light beam provides accurate illumination of the pet leash and the location of the pet during dusk or nighttime hours. This retractable pet leash is created by surrounding a central braided rope of nylon or polyethylene fibers with a cylindrically braided reflective sleeve. The braided reflective sleeve is composed of braided narrow width reflective strips each comprising a plurality of reflective threads worked together to form a weave. Due to the braided weave of the reflective threads and the arrangement of the microscopic reflectors light incident thereon from virtually any angle is reflected back to its source.

Abstract: The system has two parts, a carrier and a leash handle housing. The carrier attaches to a pet. The carrier also has structure for the leash handle housing to engage the carrier. Some of the engagement structure helps secure the carrier and leash handle housing together. Some of the structure is designed to be released so that user can pull the leash handle housing from the carrier. A leash on the housing connects to the carrier or elsewhere on the pet. A retraction mechanism in the housing can retract the leash or allow it to retract so that the pet can move away from the user.