Animal ear protectors
US4233942A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 6, 1979 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 6, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K13/006
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This invention provides a device for protecting the ears of animals, especially long-haired dogs, from becoming soiled by the animal's food while the animal is eating. The device provides a generally tubular shaped member for containing and protecting each ear of the animal, and a member to position the tubular member and animal ears away from the mouth and food of the animal while it is eating.
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