Abstract: The invention relates to a quick release chest harness with an elastic chest strap, developed for four-legged mammals, comprising a back strap, a leash ring fixed on it for attaching a leash, a belly strap equipped with a quick release buckle, and a chest strap running between the chest bone and the throat area. An element implemented for the chest strap of the chest harness, capable of limited stretching over a given section, is suitable for significantly reducing the risk of injury caused by sudden loads on the chest of the animal during use. Due to the low load-bearing capacity of the elastic portion, the extent of stretching of the chest strap is limited by a separate element, an element limiting the stretching of the elastic portion.

Abstract: An example pet temperament indication may be provided on a harness or a leash. A symbol representative of one of a variety of pre-established pet temperaments may be provided to the harness and/or leash to allow for appreciating the temperament of a pet wearing the harness from a distance. The indication may include a first symbol if a pet's temperament is friendly, a second symbol if the pet's temperament is sometimes unfriendly, a third symbol if the pet's temperament is unfriendly and providing a fourth symbol if the pet's temperament is unclear or special. Any combination of symbols may also be used.

Abstract: The invention is directed to covers, and more particularly to pet tag covers designed to reduce sound caused by movement and impact. Some embodiments of the invention are directed to a pet tag cover comprising two translucent cover halves and an adhesive edge. Each translucent cover half has an inner side and an outer side. The adhesive edge is located along the inner side of each translucent cover half. In another embodiment, at least one cover half further includes an inner side with an indent. Each indent is centered within the inner side and configured to receive a pet tag. In another embodiment, at least one inner side of a translucent cover edge defined the adhesive edge to be located between the edge of the inner side and the indent.

Abstract: Implementations of pet tags and related protective and alignment features. A pet tag may comprise a raised edge of a concave design, a recessed design or a bordered design. Single or multiple piece implementations may be used to protect an image to be marked on one or both sides of a pet tag. Implementations may comprise multiple pet tags pre-assembled or assembled after marking to further protect one or more images marked on the tags. Other implementations may comprise removable brackets to adapt the pet tags to particular marking kiosks. Still other implementations may comprise crystals embedded in the marking substrate with an additional substrate coupled to a rear side of the marking substrate.

Abstract: Often it is necessary to restrain pets while they are groomed, or bathed, or dried after bathing, or examined by a veterinarian, or while being exercised outdoors, or while being transported in a vehicle, etc. Many pet restraining devices are uncomfortable for pets and some may injure pets. The Double loop auto-adjust pet restraining device applies a uniform pressure around the entire perimeter of the neck when a pet is retained in the neck area. A second loop of the Double loop auto-adjust pet restraining device can be utilized to restrain the body or torso of a pet, the device applies a uniform pressure around the entire perimeter of that body area. The Double loop auto-adjust pet restraining device uses a design that enables pets to be restrained in a very humane way. The Double loop auto-adjust pet restraining device is self adjusting so as to accommodate many different sizes of pets. The Double loop auto-adjust pet restraining device can be modified many different ways and utilized many different ways.

Abstract: Implementations of pet tags and related protective and alignment features. A pet tag may comprise a raised edge of a concave design, a recessed design or a bordered design. Single or multiple piece implementations may be used to protect an image to be marked on one or both sides of a pet tag. Implementations may comprise multiple pet tags pre-assembled or assembled after marking to further protect one or more images marked on the tags. Other implementations may comprise removable brackets to adapt the pet tags to particular marking kiosks. Still other implementations may comprise crystals embedded in the marking substrate with an additional substrate coupled to a rear side of the marking substrate.

Abstract: The pet identification wallet is a non-rigid wallet designed to wrap around a pet's collar. The wallet has a large buttonhole in it, allowing the metal “D” ring on the collar to pass thru the wallet for external leash or lanyard attachment. The identification wallet allows for the lengthy and detailed amounts of owner and pet information required in today's information society. The industry standard metal pet tags/licenses, which are usually required by law to be affixed to the collar's “D” ring, wrap up and become encapsulated inside the wallet keeping them from falling off, wearing out, and making noise. The outside of the wallet has a clear plastic sleeve and/or name placard where reflective material having the pet's name printed on it is slid inside the clear outer sleeve or affixed, making the pet easily identifiable and safer at night.

Abstract: A lightweight, water resistance, Pet collar or Harness that is able to accommodate pages of papers inside its cylinder easily from the opening (either by zipper, Velcro and /or Zip- lock) or as a tube or cylinder that could be attached to any regular collar or Harness to carry papers inside.

Abstract: An identification tag that is adapted to be attached to a collar ring. The tag has a molded tag body that defines a pair of recesses, and a pliable clip having spaced arms that are adapted to be releasably received into the tag body recesses, the clip further adapted to be coupled to the collar ring, to releasably couple the tag body to the collar ring.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pet tag holder, namely a device for holding a pet tag on a pet collar. The pet tag holder comprises a planar, inverted “U-shaped” mounting member, for connection to a pet collar, and the mounting member further has two downwardly positioned extension arms in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the mounting member. One of the arms further comprises a post supported on a first mounting member and the other arm comprises a snap fit receptacle for the post on a second mounting member. One arm is fixed in space and the other arm is hinged to permit opening and closing of the post and receptacle. One or more pet tags can be held on the post, and secured to the tag holder when the post is engaged with the snap fit receptacle, the opening of the hinged arm also permits easy movement of the tag holder from one pet collar to another.

Abstract: A device for holding identification information for pets is disclosed. The device is attachable to a collar, harness or leash. The device permits new identification information to be placed within it. Identification information may be placed within a slot located on the side of the device or can alternatively be placed inside the device by opening a securing member that can function like a door.

Abstract: A method for making a double sided, metal Rabies I.D. tag with an electronic engraving machine capable of inscribing data on both sides such as one side of the I.D. tag has inscribed personal contact information along with the name of the pet, and the other side has inscribed the rabies vaccination information.

Abstract: A pet identification tag with an electronic display which would display pet owner identification information when activated. Also, pertinent information for the pet can be displayed. The pet identification tag is small in size and readily mountable on an exterior structure, such as a dog or cat collar.

Abstract: A collar for animals which serves the function of holding identification tags or medallions in place. The collar holds the tags in a manner that is integral to the structure of the collar, in an orientation such that the tags are easily visible and readable, and in such a way that the tags will not strike one another, thereby reducing noise produced when the animal moves and decreasing the risk of the tags catching on exterior surfaces.

Abstract: A combination of a product (70), such as a pet collar (70C), and an identification tag device (10) attached thereto that serves an alternate function. In the preferred embodiment, collar (70C) includes a buckle (80) having a recessed surface (84) adapted for attachment of an identification tag (30) and clear overlay (40). Three exemplary embodiments of the identification tag device (10) are: a display hanger (10H); a wrapper (10W); and an attached tag (10A). Each identification tag device (10) includes an identification tag (30) and a clear overlay (40) which may be peeled off and attached to collar (70C).

Abstract: A method for relating information about an article to a finder of that object, person, or animal including providing an identification device proximate the article. Providing the identification device with a telephone number, code, and instruction for a finder of the article to call the telephone number. Using the telephone number to link the finder to a clearing house. The clearing house prompt the finder to enter the code. Using the code, the clearing house accesses information about the article and forwards the call to the proper recipient of the call.

Abstract: A sign and suspension apparatus for mounting to a harness for a carriage such as a sulky. The apparatus includes a sign that is secured by first and second attachment elements which extend from a back portion of the sign outwardly beyond upper and lower edges thereof to points of connection with the harness. A separate security attachment element is secured through a conduit at the rear of the sign and is selectively connected to a point of attachment with the harness.

Abstract: A pet collar is provided with an indicia bearing surface through which a plurality of apertures are provided. Indicia bearing stud assemblies are securable to the collar along the indicia bearing surface. Each stud assembly includes a stud member and a stud-backing member. The stud member has a flat plate on which indicia is printed. A post extends from the surface opposite to the indicia bearing surface of the plate. The post has a generally rectangular cross-section and defines four post walls. Teeth extend from two oppositely facing post walls. The stud-backing member has a post receptacle and two resilient extension members extending into the post receptacle. Each resilient extension members has a plurality of teeth corresponding in shape, but facing opposite, the teeth of the stud post.

Abstract: A safety device for a quadruped animal comprising a harness and a resilient elongated shaft releasably secured thereto at one of its ends. The shaft extends upwardly when the harness is fitted to the animal. The shaft is coiled along its entire length and a flag is securely attached to the other end.

Abstract: A racing blanket for greyhound dogs is provided wherein a rearward section of the blanket is secured about the dog's stomach by a single buckle comprising two buckle sections attached to elastic straps. The engaged buckle is positioned on the blanket at the dog's side and a loop is positioned to hold the buckle away from direct contact with the dog.

Abstract: A holder for pet tags which is attached to a typical pet collar. To prevent the tags from rattling, the holder has a flexible extension which secures on the tags when the holder is folded around the tags. The holder has flaps folded over the tags to give a neat appearance and to enclose and further secure the tags. The tags are secured to the holder by attachment utilizing the hole provided in the tag such as a screw. The holder is compact and fits neatly on the collar.

Abstract: A coupler for animal collars characterized by a novel combination of a releasable locking member in the form of a strip of metal which conveniently functions as a name plate. This strip is adapted to receive a pair of post members provided on a channel-like base member which in turn receives respective ends of the collar which are held on the posts until the strip member is removed. One of the posts includes a stop means and the other post is a threaded member adapted to receive a complementary threaded member disposed through spaced holes in the locking strip to effectively couple the ends of the collar together. Merely removing the threaded member from the threaded post permits quick removal of the strip from both posts.

Abstract: A coupler for animal collars characterized by a novel combination of a releasable locking member biased in a normally closed position which is in the form of a curved resilient strip. This strip is adapted to receive a pair of post members provided on a channel-like base member which in turn receives respective ends of the collar which are held on the posts until the strip member is removed. The strip member may be removed by depressing the center portion which elongates the strip and permits its removal from the posts and their flanged top.

Abstract: An identification tag for a dog, cat or the like is carried by a holder fastened to a collar, harness or leash. The holder comprises a transparent plastic pocket open at one end secured to the collar and overlaid by a protecting strap held in place by a rivet at one end and a snap fastener at the open end of the pocket permitting the strap to be lifted or rotated about the rivet to insert an elongated identification tag or to view identification information.