Patent · US Expired

Animal toe nail covers

US6659047B2 · kind B2 · utility

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22References
6Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 15, 2002
Grant dateDec 9, 2003
Priority date
Expiry dateNov 15, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01K13/007
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A pet toe nail cover is provided with a predetermined quantity of liquid adhesive that is stored at the tip end of the cover. The liquid adhesive is covered by a frangible seal which can be penetrated by the animal toe nail when the cover is fitted on the toe nail. The adhesive is released and cures in place, firmly attaching the cover to the toe nail. In alternative embodiments, the cover can be provided with a reservoir end covered by an airtight seal or the adhesive can be provided in a capsule or globule that is stored in the cover and penetrated when the cover is applied to a toe nail.

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