Abstract: A dog harness that includes a swiveling front ring is presented herein. For instance, the harness includes a body that has a first side and a second side, the first and second sides being opposite one another. A front ring mounting member is attached to the body and defines a loop that extends beyond a front edge of the body. A portion of the swiveling front ring is disposed within the loop such that the swiveling front ring is disposed adjacent the front edge and extends off of the body.

Abstract: An animal restraining harness, that helps to increase control over the animal when attached to a leash or a similar connection point. The harness works to reduce pulling/tension on a leash or a similar connection point by way of a slip system outlined in the claims, when the animal pulls or puts tension on the leash connection point the harness compresses on the animal and the animal is guided towards the point where the leash is being held, thus guiding the animal to that point.

Abstract: A small animal harness comprising an elastically deformable forechest pouch for carrying a ball, snacks or other objects. The pouch is carried by a quadrilateral base member to which is attached a pair of flexible shoulder straps and a pair of flexible brisket straps whose ends converge over the animal's withers into a rigid connection plate so that the brisket straps are slidable within the plate and extend outwardly to be connected to a leash.

Abstract: A chew resistant, adjustable animal collar having a semi-rigid but flexible insert affixed therein to increase durability thereof. The chew resistant, adjustable animal collar including a first metal wire affixed to a first peripheral edge of and spanning substantially an entire length of a longitudinal axis of the insert. The chew resistant, adjustable animal collar further including a second metal wire affixed to a second peripheral edge of the insert on an opposing side thereof relative to the first peripheral edge of the insert with the second metal wire also spanning substantially the entire length of the longitudinal axis of the insert.

Abstract: An adaptive harness includes a neck girth loop and a torso girth loop. Each loop has lateral arcs on opposite sides of and extending in directions substantially parallel to a sagittal plane. Each of the lateral arcs has an adjustable length. The loops are connected to one another ventrally and dorsally. The harness further includes a tension force transfer path that extends circumferentially along the neck girth loop from a tension force redirector, or ring, on the neck girth loop in the sagittal plane through the lateral arcs of the neck girth loop. The harness further includes a tension force conduit, or strap, secured along the path. When a tension force is applied to the strap outwardly from the ring, such as the pulling of a leash attaching to a leash coupling on the strap, the lengths of the lateral arcs of the neck girth loop are shortened, resulting in a better fit of the harness to the subject.

Abstract: A training harness for a pet with a neck loop 16 placed over the neck of the pet. An upper connector 42 lays on the back of the pet with a lower connector 54 lying along the underside of the pet. A convertible strap 12 encircles the chest of the pet behind the front legs and connects with buckles to the upper connector strap 42. The left buckle of the upper connector is opposite to and mates with the left buckle of the convertible strap. The right buckle on the upper connector is opposite to and mates with the right buckle on the convertible strap. This allows the convertible strap 12 to be removed from the lower connector 54 and used apart from the balance of the device as a traditional collar with mating connectors at each end of the convertible strap 12. Multiple connection points are provided for attaching a leash for different training styles.

Abstract: A reversible dog harness that includes a swiveling front D-ring that is operable and accessible regardless of whether the harness is positioned in a first reversible orientation or a second reversible orientation. For instance, the harness includes a body has a first side and a second side, the first and second sides being opposite one another. The first side is facing in an outward direction when the body is disposed in a first reversible orientation, whereas the second side is facing outward when the body is disposed in a second reversed orientation. A mounting member is attached to the body and defines a loop that extends beyond an adjacent edge of the body. A portion of the D-ring is be disposed within the loop such that the connector is disposed adjacent the edge and off of the body.

Abstract: The present technology generally relates to animal restraint systems with cinching mechanisms and associated devices and methods. A restraint system, such as a harness for a dog, in accordance with the present technology can include a back strap, a sternum strap, a chest strap assembly, and a cinching mechanism coupled to the chest strap assembly. When an animal or person pulls on a free-end portion of a cinching strap, the cinching mechanism draws opposing sides of the chest strap assembly closer together and, thereby, tightens the harness across the chest of the animal. Cinching mechanisms in accordance with the present technology avoid substantial shifting or rotation of the harness on the neck or torso of the animal in response to a lunging, pulling, tugging, or other force.

Abstract: This animal garment can be used on any animal that has a neck, two pairs of appendages, and a mid-body between the two pairs of appendages. The garment traverses the animal's neck and its mid-body. It has a pair of straps and a pair of flaps that are fastened securely by hook-and-loop fasteners in a way that creates constant pressure on the animal. More specifically, when the garment is worn by the animal, a pair of straps extends around the animal's neck. This pair of straps, extending from opposite sides of the central portion of the garment, connects through an object with a hole in it, such as a ring-shaped object. The object serves as the point of reversal for each strap, and the point where each strap doubles back after passing through the aforementioned hole, and becomes fastened and secured in place. The remaining portion of the garment has two flaps extending from opposite sides of the central portion of the garment, which extend around, and conform to, the outside of the mid-body of the animal.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an alert method and device in a pet pulling piece, which comprises: when the tension data value of the pet pulling leash is at a security level, enabling a security level alert mode including indicator light alert in which the indicator light emits in green; when the tension data value of the pet pulling leash is at an alarm level, enabling an alarm alert mode including a combination of indicator light, vibration, and sound in which the indicator light emits in yellow, the sound is soft, and the vibration is moderate; and when the tension data value of the pet pulling leash is at a danger level, enabling a danger alert mode including a combination of indicator light, vibration, and sound in which the indicator light emits in red, the sound is urgent, and the vibration is intense, while sending an ultrasound alarm to the pet.

Abstract: A harness for an animal, including a chest strap, an abdominal strap and a back strap; the chest strap is provided with a tightening member, the tightening member comprising a buckle, a tightening strap and a lead ring. The tightening strap passes through the buckle, two ends of the tightening strap are respectively connected to two sides of the chest strap, and the lead ring is connected to a middle of the tightening strap. The harness of the present invention can be effectively used to restrain an animal from rushing and relief the animal from excessive stress, and also to prevent an owner from being dragged by the animal.

Abstract: A versatile canine harness pack includes a carrier configured to receive one of several usage-related inserts. The carrier has a midsection adapted to cover the back of the animal, and two side portions adapted to cover the shoulders of the animal. The side portions have forward curved edges that extend forwardly beyond the forward, concave edge of the midsection, enabling the side portions to rest over the shoulders of the animal for enhanced conformity with the animal's anatomy. The carrier has a back edge with a zipper facilitating access to the interior of the compartment. One or more flexible insert panels are configured to be received in the compartment. Each insert may further feature loops and/or hook-and-loop fasteners to hold articles for a particular purpose. Inserts may be configured to hold articles on both sides. In the preferred embodiment, the interior of the compartment and the inserts are generally heart-shaped.

Abstract: A collar for mounting around the neck of an animal, such as a dog, the collar including i) a first part with an inside for receiving the head of the animal, the first part having a flared shape, such as the shape of a truncated cone, and including a peripheral flexible wall defining the flared shape, the wall extending between a first opening leading into the inside and an opposite second opening leading into the inside, and ii) a second part joined to the first part at the second opening, the second part defining a sleeve for extending around the neck, wherein the peripheral flexible wall including a recess extending towards the first opening and defining an enlargement of the second opening.

Abstract: A pet collar (10) includes a first elongate strap (14) and a plurality of retainers (13) which are carried by the strap (14). The retainers (13) receive a second elongate strap (12) which can be of a material such as found in a conventional flea collar. When positioned on the pet, the first strap (14) hides the second strap (12) so that it is not apparent that the pet is wearing the second strap (12).

Abstract: A collar structure for pets includes a belt with a first elastic layer, a soft ribbon layer and a second elastic layer, wherein the soft ribbon layer is sandwiched between the first elastic layer and the second elastic layer, and an end of the belt is fixed onto a connector body while the other end of the belt wraps around a target position and penetrates through the connector body such that the other end of the belt can be fixed onto the connector body. Seeing that any one or ones of the first elastic layer, the soft ribbon layer or the second elastic layer is/are made of materials having at least a pesticide or fragrance additive, the collar structure for pets according to the present invention can achieve the effects of disinsection or aroma.

Abstract: A protective shoe to accommodate a foot of waterfowl having toes with nail tips includes a shoe body, an ankle cuff, and a closure tab. The shoe body is in approximately a shape of a waterfowl foot and has an upper surface and a sole connected together to define left front, center front opening, and right front openings, and a foot entrance opening into which the waterfowl foot is inserted. The front openings are sized to permit at least the nail tip of a respective toe to extend therethrough. The ankle cuff is connected to the shoe body and has an ankle closure system formed to secure about an ankle of the waterfowl's foot. The closure tab is connected to the shoe body and has a closure system formed to cover at least a portion of the foot entrance opening to secure the waterfowl's foot inside the shoe body.

Abstract: On leash, dogs enjoy being tethered together, provided they can detect directional changes in their partner's movements. The dog coupler includes a semi-rigid hollow tube, each distal end of which is pressure fitted with a clip fastenable to a dog's collar or harness. Fabricated of resilient plastic tubing, about 18 inches long, the tube, when relaxed, forms a shallow arch. Arched more deeply by compression or, alternately, straightened out, the tube acts like a weak spring but exhibits substantially stronger spring tension when stretched. Because of the tube's three distinct spring constants, two dogs, individually tethered at the tube's distal ends, can communicate, via tube, their relative positions as they move toward or apart from each other. Working to prevent negative feedback, each dog is trained to space itself properly instead of bumping into or pulling away from its partner, thus enabling the two dogs to walk or run well tethered together.

Abstract: A canine restraint harness for controlling pulling behavior by a dog while being led includes a cord having first and second ends, a clasp for attachment to a dog collar, a cam for receiving and clamping a segment of the cord to reduce the length thereof, a closed loop at the clamped segment of the cord for attachment to a dog lead, and a fastener for fastening the first and second ends of the cord together. The cord is adapted to extend from the dog collar, between the front legs of the dog, and around the back of the dog to the dog lead such that the cam is disposed close to the back of the dog with the cord adapted to apply a tightening force when the dog exhibits pulling behavior while being led.

Abstract: A curved strip having a slot on one end configured to receive a ring from an animal collar, the strip having an aperture positioned proximate an opposite end, the aperture configured to receive an animal leash and clasp, wherein the clasp is affixed to the ring positioned through the slot and, thus, functions to enable the leash detangle apparatus to affix the leash and animal collar and maintain the leash in a position not between the animal's feet.

Abstract: A curved strip having a slot on one end configured to receive a ring from an animal collar, the strip having an aperture positioned proximate an opposite end, the aperture configured to receive an animal leash and clasp, wherein the clasp is affixed to the ring positioned through the slot and, thus, functions to enable the leash detangle apparatus to affix the leash and animal collar and maintain the leash in a position not between the animal's feet.

Abstract: A post-surgical animal garment which fits over, above, and about the animal's body, and optionally, fastens along the back of the animal. The garment has a head opening and leg portions with openings for the legs of the animal. The rear portion of the garment fits around the animal's tail. The garment has a forwardly folding flap which can be attached to the belly side of the garment for the animal to readily perform its bodily functions without the flap getting in the way. Once the animal is finished, the flap is readily put back in place to protect the surgical site. The garment can include a collar which fits about the neck of the animal as well as sleeves which extend partially along the legs of the animal. Optionally, the termini of the leg portions are foot coverings.

Abstract: A body collar is configured to fit around a body of an animal and comprises a collar strip, a first ring and a buckle. The first ring is attached to the collar strip. First and second portions of the buckle are attached to respective first and second ends of the collar strip. The first portion of the buckle and the second portion of the buckle are configured to be removably attached to each other in a configuration of the body collar being fitted around the body of the animal. The first portion of the buckle to be inserted through a second ring of a neck collar and fit around the body of the animal through a third ring of the neck collar to be removably attached to the second portion of the buckle.

Abstract: An animal lifting device and method is provided. In particular, a hip member and a chest member are provided that have handles thereon. The chest member and the hip member may be selectively interconnected to each other with an interconnection member. The chest member may include an upper portion, shoulder pads, a chest pad, a center cross member, and an adjustable strap. The hip member may include an upper portion, an adjustable sling, and adjustable straps.

Abstract: A wearable device for spinal decompression of dogs or other quadrupedal animals. The preferred embodiment of the device comprises front and rear harnesses of flexible material extending around the animal's torso, curved members attached to the front and rear harnesses and lying along the animal's body, and rigid extensible braces connected to the front and rear curved members, generally parallel to the animal's spine. The harnesses, braces, and curved members are selected or can be adjusted to fit the animal. The extensible rods are adjustable, with means to produce therapeutic decompression and support of the animal's spine between the front and rear harnesses.

Abstract: A restraint for an animal having a strap forming first and second connection loops and including first and second strap portions, having approximately equal lengths, connected between the connection loops to form a restraining loop. A first connector is affixed at the first connection loop, and a second connector is affixed at the second connection loop. A quick-release connector is disposed in line with and more proximate to one of the first or second strap portions to open the restraining loop. A clamp is slidably disposed over the first and second strap portions. The clamp divides the restraining loop into a primary loop and a secondary loop and maintains the size of the primary loop around the animal's neck, with the quick-release connector positioned to open the primary loop.

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 collar for animals includes chain links produced from a sheet-metal blank and by bending the sheet-metal blank about bending lines. The chain links each have a hook portion and a hook-in portion. The hook-in portion includes a window dimensioned such that the hook portion fits through the window. The hook-in portion further has an edge portion located between the window and a rear end of the chain link. The sheet-metal blank includes a first end portion and an opposite second end portion, and the second end portion limits the edge portion.

Abstract: A resistant training and rehabilitation device for quadruped animals, particularly equines, that encourages a constant self awareness of an animal's own movement by direct contact over connecting muscle groups. The device comprising elastic material that serves as a tension wrap around the animal's front, rear and mid body section such that when the front portion moves in the forward direction, it pushes against the material, causing it to pull against the rear and belly section of the animal. The elastic material further pulls against the lower belly portion of the horse causing it to round and lift the arch of its back, and the horse lowers its neck in response to a neutral position for improved alignment and posture.

Abstract: Training devices for domestic animals that do not operate by constricting around the animal's neck are disclosed. These devices have collars or harnesses that maintain their size, with a means for actuating a member or members that protrude inwardly toward the neck of the animal. Actuation of the device by tension from a leash attachment provides a pinching action between the protruding members such that the skin of the neck is pinched to provide a training cue to the animal without choking the animal.

Abstract: A clip buckle assembly suitable for use in an animal collar has two releasably interlockable buckle members and an adjustment means having a tongue extending between a buckle member and a stop at the end of the tongue. The tongue is arranged to pass through a slider having a gripping means configurable between an open configuration, wherein the first tongue is free to slide through the first slider and a closed configuration, wherein the first tongue is held locked against the first slider when the first slider is urged in a slackening direction from the proximal towards the distal end of the first tongue, whereby the slider is arranged to be fixable against slackening at any of a plurality of positions along the first tongue. The stop is arranged to prevent the tongue from disengaging from the slider when the first slider is urged in the slackening direction.

Abstract: A hind-end support system for dogs with hind-end disabilities. The system comprises a handle strap, an under belly support, a back strap, and a left leg strap and a right leg strap. The handle strap is utilized to pull the lower abdomen and the hind legs of the dog upward so the hind-end of the dog can be lifted up and/or carried forward by the owner. The lower abdomen of the dog is supported by the under belly support, whereas the left hind leg and the right hind leg of the dog are strapped and supported by the left leg and the right leg straps, respectively. The back strap is utilized to connect the handle strap to the under belly support and the leg straps. Lengths of the straps are all made adjustable via attachment means such as buckling mechanisms, D-rings, swivel lobster clasps and tri-glide slides.

Abstract: A harness for restraining an animal, particularly a dog, includes: a body loop to encircle a rear abdominal area of the animal, wherein the body loop comprises a connector to a leash to be held by a person; and at least one rear-leg loop to encircle a top area of a rear leg of the animal; wherein the body loop comprises a lasso mechanism to create a lasso effect upon an outburst of said animal.

Abstract: An animal training apparatus is comprised of a leash connector attached to a chest portion of a harness. The harness is arranged to prevent the leash connector from shifting to the back of the animal. The harness is preferably comprised of a chest strap for positioning across the chest of the animal between the tops of the front legs, a withers strap for positioning across the withers of the animal behind the neck and between the shoulders, and a girth strap for positioning across the girth of the animal behind the front legs on the underside. The leash connector is attached to an intermediate position on the chest strap for pulling on the chest portion of the harness. The animal is prevented by the rotational force from pulling further.

Abstract: A pet harness device is disclosed that enables users to control animals without placing unnecessary pressure or stress on the animal's trachea, neck, and/or leg pits. The pet harness device comprises an X-shaped component secured around an animal's front legs and chest and then secured on top of an animal's back via a cord component. The X-shaped component comprises a first pair of extending portions that are positioned around an animal's front legs and a second pair of extending portions that are positioned around an animal's chest. The extending portions are then secured on top of the animal's back via a cord component. The cord component comprises a plurality of adjustable buckles for securing the X-shaped component together on top of the animal's back, and at least one ring for securing a leash strap component. A leash can then be secured to the leash strap component for controlling the animal.

Abstract: The invention provides a veterinarian collar in the form of a truncated cone that address the drawbacks of conventional cone-shaped collars. Alternatives are described for forming the collar from a single piece of plastics sheet.

Abstract: A fashion dog harness manufactured from fabric material is made by cutting a section of fabric that is long enough to accommodate the belly circumference of a target dog size group, plus some overlap. A preferred embodiment using a facsimile of the waistband areas of jeans or trousers is contemplated. A neck hole is cut in a bell-shape to accommodate the dog's neck. A set of hook and loop closure patches is sewn or otherwise affixed to the outer ends of the piece, and a metal D-ring is attached at the top center of the harness, by linking it to a strip of polypropylene webbing concealed longitudinally within the harness. The harness is used by slipping the dog's head through the neck hole, fastening the hook and loop closure under the belly, and attaching a leash to the metal D-ring.

Abstract: A pet collar with one or more decorative elements that can be repeatedly attached and detached from the collar. The means for attachment may comprise Velcro, snaps, ties, or other similar devices. The pet collar may be of any size and shape, and the size and shape of the decorative element may change to match the collar size and shape. Multiple decorative elements may be attached to a collar. The decorative elements may be made of cloth, fabric, leather, polyester, metal, other suitable material, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A pet harness 10 includes a body portion (11) made of two sheets of fabric material (14). A cord (15), having a fabric piping (18) positioned around it, is attached to the periphery of the body portion (11). A plurality of straps (12) are attached to the fabric material (14) and to the cord (15).

Abstract: A dog harness includes a harness body that has a first end for placement proximate the shoulders of the dog and an opposing second end for placement proximate the hindquarters of the dog. The first end has a pair of first flaps and the second end having a pair of second flaps. The harness includes a first looped strap securely attached to one of the second flaps, with the first strap including a first part of a side release buckle. A second strap is securely attached to the other of the second flaps, with the second strap including a second part of the side release buckle that interlockingly engages the first part. The harness includes a front strap in the form of a loop that is securely attached at a first end to one of the first flaps and has a loop portion that is coupled to a first coupling member that is securely attached to the other of the first flaps. A free second end of the front strap is coupled to a second coupling member through which a portion of the front strap proximate the first end passes.

Abstract: An animal movement restraint operable to inhibit the animal engaged with the restraint from moving their head in a lateral and rearward direction. The animal movement restraint further includes a neckband surroundably mounted to the neck of the animal. A lower torso strap is further included and is circumferentially secured to the lower torso of the animal and is generally immovable. A first side strap and a second side strap are operably coupled intermediate the neckband and the lower torso strap. The first side strap and second side strap are adjustable in length and operable to be tightened so as to reduce the movement of the head of the animal. A mounting strap is secured intermediate the first side strap and second side strap extending over the back of the animal.

Abstract: A harness for pets that allows them to move freely, without causing them damage or possible wounds, thanks to a piece of laminar textile material composed of a central part with front vertexes and rear vertexes which project themselves to define both ears with complementary connection clasps, and both parts of belt with complementary fasteners, and the central part shows an opening on one of the sides of the center of the part, while on the other side there is a girdle with fasteners for a leash.

Abstract: The A-Z Livestock Training Rope is a humane, effective animal training and handling apparatus which teaches leading, tying, trailer loading, ground manners, cinch and saddle pressure, pressure on reins, stops rearing-up and bucking, and is a safer alternative to standard drag lines. It consists of a rope attached to a ring looped around the animal's barrel then passed through the halter. As the operator applies pressure to the end of the rope, the loop tightens around the barrel which exerts pressure on the animal. When the animal yields to the direction of the operator, the rope slacks and the pressure is relieved. As this action is repeated, the animal will learn to yield without the need for pressure on the rope.

Abstract: A covering for protective collars used to prevent an animal from licking or biting at wounds or injuries (an “Elizabethan collar,” or “e-collar”), is disclosed. The covering is made of a material that prevents the Elizabethan collar from irritating an animal's neck. The covering is easily removed by the animal's caretaker and can be laundered or changed as desired. The covering is sized to accommodate a range of Elizabethan collars.

Abstract: A removable garment for animals to cover and protect an abdominal surgical or wound site. Generally, the removable garment is comprised of a body wrap with front leg, rear leg, and neck closures, and an abdominal panel, extending distal the body wrap. Each leg and neck closure, as well as the abdominal panel, contains an attachment designed to removeably secure the closure, and ultimately the garment itself, to an animal.

Abstract: A bird collar removably worn on a bird for protection from feather picking or other self-mutilations restricts a bird's neck movement and area of reach. The bird collar includes a collar body which is wrapped around the neck of the bird and fastened with a fastener and a removable insert which provides rigidity to the collar body and allows the collar body to be cleaned when removed. An inner odor eliminating substance is provided in close proximity to the surface of the collar body which is in contact with the bird.

Abstract: A blind animal halo guide that is in the form of a harness, having a neck cushion that fits around the top circumference of the animal's neck to guide and protect the visually impaired animal from bumping into objects, causing injury or harm to the animal. The neck cushion holds a protective halo in place around the dogs head protecting its head, eyes, nose, and shoulders. The halo provides protection for the blind or visually impaired animal, from bumping into objects, while enabling the animal to feel its way around to participate in activities. This device specifically provides protection and guidance for the visually impaired animal, while also providing maximum comfort and does not inhibit the animal's movements, so the animal can lick itself, eat, drink, nap, sleep and participate in other normal daily living activities.

Abstract: An animal toenail grip designed and configured to provide an animal with traction on slippery and/or hard surfaces. The toenail grip includes a tubular member removably securable via frictional interference to the nail of the animal. The tubular member is constructed of a flexible, returnably-resilient material having superior non-slip or gripping characteristics. The toenail grip enhances proprioception in animals having certain neurological deficits and yields long term improvement in gait and stance on hard-surface flooring.

Abstract: An article of manufacture for stretchable night visibility bands for people and animals with a inner band consisting of a primarily stretchable material, an outer band consisting of a night visibility material, a way to attach the inner band to the outer band, and a way to close the inner band around an object such as a leg, arm, neck, head or waist. A preferred embodiment includes further an outer band made of a night visibility material such as a reflective, a florescent or a glow in the dark material and backed with a material such as Velcro that attaches to the inner band, A preferred embodiment includes the element of inner band consisting of a stretchable soft material with a looped surface such as Velstretch™.

Abstract: A slider device includes a slider frame having a top rail and a bottom rail. A first parallel member connects the top and bottom rails and arranges generally perpendicular to the top and bottom rails, but lies in a common plane. A second parallel member disposes or arranges at an end of the frame opposite from the first parallel member. The second parallel member links or connects between the top and bottom rails. A third parallel member arranges intermediate to the first and second parallel member. A D-shaped ringlet couples to the frame adjacent to the first parallel member. The ringlet and frame lie in a common plane.

Abstract: A hands free dog walking system includes a belt for attaching around a person includes a belt for attaching around a person and a traveler operatively connected to the belt to allow a leash operatively connected to the traveler to freely travel around the belt without entangling the person. The system may further include a leash assembly having a first rigid body having an inner end and an outer end, a second rigid body having an inner end and an outer end, a cord threaded through the first rigid body and the second rigid body, a first connector attached to the first end of the cord, and a second connector attached to the second opposite end of the cord.