Collapsible head covering for animals
US4594966A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 15, 1984 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 15, 2004 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K15/003
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device for controlling the movement of an animal is provided which includes a cone-shaped covering (10) for the animal's head. The covering (10) is made from a collapsible, light-impermeable, durable material. A closed end (11) is constructed to prevent suffocation of the animal when the covering is placed on the animal's head for a relatively short period of time. A rigid member (14) is provided at an open end (12) of the covering (10) to support the end (12) in an open state allowing the animal's head to enter the covering interior and to provide a collar about the shoulders of the animal whereby pressure may be exerted upon the animal to direct the movement of the animal while confined in the covering. A handle or hand hold area (15) is provided so that the user may securely grasp the rigid member (14) to manipulate the device.
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