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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8127719 | Foldable pet crate A pet crate is provided having a blow molded polymeric base along with side, front and top panels made with strong, lightweight polymeric frame members and grates. The grates are used in the front, back and side panels to provide strength as well as a large open mes... | 03/06/2012 |
| 8117993 | Pet enclosure A pet enclosure includes a cover and a support frame. The cover includes a bottom panel, a top panel opposite the bottom panel, and a plurality of side panels extending between the bottom panel and the top panel to define an interior space of the cover. An aperture ... | 02/21/2012 |
| 8079328 | Collapsible animal transport apparatus A collapsible animal transport apparatus includes a planar floor member, front and rear members each having a lower side rotatably coupled to a rear side of the floor member, and a front member having a lower side rotatably coupled to a floor member front side. Firs... | 12/20/2011 |
| 7802540 | Collapsible soft crate for pet A collapsible soft crate comprising a frame having at least one top member, at least one bottom member, and at least two side members. The at least one top and bottom members are hinged along a length thereof. The at least one top member and the at least one bottom ... | 09/28/2010 |
| 7753003 | Pet enclosure A collapsible pet enclosure is provided. The enclosure includes a pliable cover supported by a rigid, but foldable, frame. The cover includes an opening in a top panel such that the enclosure is top loading. The cover is completely removable from the frame so that i... | 07/13/2010 |
| 7455032 | Foldable/collapsible structure The present invention relates to a foldable/collapsible structure that folds and collapses between an open and closed condition. The structure includes a top and bottom section, and a plurality of collapsible wall sections extending between said top and bottom secti... | 11/25/2008 |
| 7380521 | Collapsible pet crate A collapsible cage/crate for pets having an inner framework within a soft-sided shell. The internal framework is integrated and manipulated by two locking hubs such that when the hubs are unlocked and urged towards each other, the crate collapses. In its deployed co... | 06/03/2008 |
| 7377231 | Retractable pet house A retractable pet house includes an enclosure frame and an optional top frame. The enclosure frame includes a plurality of poles, foldable connection rod units and locking joints. The upper end and the lower end of each pole are connected to the locking joints. The ... | 05/27/2008 |
| 7347164 | Foldable/collapsible structures The present invention relates to a collapsible/foldable structure suitable for a variety of applications, such as an animal shelter, pet carrier transportation device, or a collapsible consumer storage container in general, such as a cooler or ice chest. The structu... | 03/25/2008 |
| 7343876 | Collapsible corner animal cage A collapsible corner animal cage is provided. The collapsible cage comprises a first set of side walls fastened together to define the rear corner of the cage; a second set of side walls fastened to the first set of side walls to define the side corners of the cage;... | 03/18/2008 |
| 7337748 | Stackable play house for feline animals A play house includes first and second support members having substantially planar top and bottom surfaces respectively. A first plurality of support walls confront the first and second support members. A plurality of elbow shaped brackets having first and seconds p... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7322314 | Insulated animal enclosure An insulated animal enclosure configured to be conveniently maintained at a cool and comfortable interior temperature. The insulated animal enclosure includes an inner habitat and an outer housing. The cuter housing includes an opening configured to receive the inne... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7320295 | Squirrel house with predator protection A squirrel house that can be used for shelter from predators, from cold weather and for providing a den for a breeding pair of squirrels to build a nest for raising a family of young squirrels, having a front wall including a side access hole, a floor having a botto... | 01/22/2008 |
| 7302914 | Climate controlled pet house An insulated pet house is shaped in the manner of a pyramid to maintain a comfortable environment for an animal and which is also aesthetically pleasing. The pet house includes an interchangeable top portion that has a heat-generating lamp for cold-weather use and a... | 12/04/2007 |
| 7293530 | Lightweight, portable and expandable small animal enclosure This invention comprises a series of lightweight, easily transportable identical frame pieces attached together to form an expandable pet enclosure that can be assembled into a multiplicity of configurations, optionally with a floor or a roof that comprises the same... | 11/13/2007 |
| 7243614 | Modular animal enclosure A modular animal enclosure includes a housing comprising a top portion affixed to a base portion to form a sheltered interior. The housing includes a door aperture and a climate conditioning aperture. A remove ably attachable climate conditioning unit is installed o... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7237749 | Collapsible mobile platform interior structure An interior structure for a mobile platform is provided. The interior structure is constructed of a lightweight collapsible frame that can be reconfigured from a compact, substantially flat collapsed state to a non-compact, substantially sprawling expanded state. In... | 07/03/2007 |
| 7237506 | Multiple function animal bed An animal furniture bed having one side open to allow for storing of objects in an area of the bed below the sleeping surface. The bottom of that open side has a lip element that extends the complete length of that side to prevent objects from rolling out of the fur... | 07/03/2007 |
| 7201116 | Foldable/collapsible structure A foldable/collapsible structure that folds or collapses between a collapsed condition and an expanded condition. The structure includes a top and a bottom panel, and a pair of opposing sidewalls extending between the top and bottom panels. The opposing sidewalls ea... | 04/10/2007 |
| 7178483 | Inflatable pet house module An inflatable pet house module includes first and second inflatable units. The first inflatable unit includes an inflatable mattress and a mattress cover formed with an opening for insertion of the mattress thereinto. The second inflatable unit is coupled releasably... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7178482 | Pet enclosing system A pet enclosing system includes a door that is positioned in a wall. The door has a pet door positioned therein. Each of a plurality of panels has a first lateral edge and a second lateral edge. The plurality of panels includes a first panel, a second panel and a th... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7134404 | Shelter for small animals and pets A novel animal shelter or habitat is constructed from substantially rigid foam insulation for protecting a small pet from extreme temperatures outdoor or in semi-protected locations. The habitat preferably comprises side walls, a roof and floor constructed from rigi... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7114463 | Articles for enhancing the environment of contained animals An enrichment article for animals. The article generally includes a platform that is suspended from the floor of a cage or other containment. The article may be a tray having a flange for suspension from the walls of a container. The platform bottom may have an open... | 10/03/2006 |
| 7111584 | Kennel A kennel includes a plurality of side panels that are connected or coupled together with a gate panel to form an enclosure. The gate panel has a pair of ends that are configured for connecting to the side panels and allow access into and out of the enclosure via a d... | 09/26/2006 |
| 7104221 | Collapsible doghouse A doghouse includes a plurality of side panels connecting a front panel and a rear panel. A roof includes two roof panels each including runners that slidably connect to upper ledges in the front and rear panels. The side panels can be connected to the front and rea... | 09/12/2006 |
| 7069877 | Squirrel house A squirrel house that can be used for shelter from predators, from cold weather and for providing a den for a breeding pair of squirrels to build a nest for raising a family of young squirrels, having a front wall including a side access hole, a floor having a botto... | 07/04/2006 |
| 7044083 | Pet enclosure A collapsible pet enclosure is provided. The enclosure includes a pliable cover supported by a rigid, but foldable, frame. The cover includes an opening in a top panel such that the enclosure is top loading. The cover is completely removable from the frame so that i... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7032538 | Collapsible feeder A collapsible feeder for birds, squirrels and the like comprising a plastic feeder body having a base and rim at the lower end thereof and a cover selectively closing the upper end thereof. The feeder body has a plurality of collapsible corrugations defining annular... | 04/25/2006 |
| 7025019 | Foldable/collapsible structures The present invention relates to a collapsible/foldable structure suitable for a variety of applications, such as an animal shelter, pet carrier transportation device, or a collapsible consumer storage container in general, such as a cooler or ice chest. The structu... | 04/11/2006 |
| 7021243 | Pet shelter with self-interlocking components A pet shelter includes a bottom member having an edge, a top member having an edge, and a medial member disposed between the top and bottom members. The medial member has a top edge and a bottom edge. The pet shelter includes a lock for selectively interconnecting t... | 04/04/2006 |
| 7021242 | Foldable/collapsible structure The present invention relates to a foldable/collapsible structure that folds and collapses between an open and closed condition. The structure includes a top and bottom section, and a plurality of collapsible wall sections extending between said top and bottom secti... | 04/04/2006 |
| 7000569 | Automatic cat grooming, feeding, and litterbox apparatus An apparatus for grooming cats which includes a source of food located in an enclosure and a grooming brush assembly forming an adjustable aperture which is mounted between a portal formed in the enclosure and the source of food. ... | 02/21/2006 |
| 6997138 | Pet enclosure A pet enclosure having a moisture and odor-resistant, plastic, rattan-like material woven onto a frame. The enclosure is foldably collapsible for compact storage and shipping, and is quickly and easily assembled with minimal or no tools. An elevated floor panel is s... | 02/14/2006 |
| 6990926 | Knockdown cage A cage, such as a bird or other animal cage, incorporates a number of integral fastening elements that facilitate assembly of vertical side panels and top panels of the cage without the use of hand tools. Pin and aperture fastening elements are combined with headed ... | 01/31/2006 |
| 6968652 | Flooring device for positioning on joists A flooring device is disclosed for positioning on joists for allowing easy maneuvering on floor joists in an attic. The flooring device includes a plurality of substantially rigid panels arranged adjacent to each other in a series. The invention also includes a conn... | 11/29/2005 |
| 6923144 | Heated pet enclosure This invention provides a pet enclosure designed to provide comfort for a pet in the winter season. The pet enclosure provides for shelter by allowing the pet to get out of the weather and then provides a warm bed to lie upon. This warm bed is comprised of a rectang... | 08/02/2005 |
| 6786181 | Animal carrier An animal carrier has a harness that includes two side-by-side animal body-encircling belts located inside a stroller. The body-encircling belts are connected to straps which are connected to the frame of the animal carrier. A sun shade unit is also included and can... | 09/07/2004 |
| 6722315 | Self-storing wall-mounted pet enclosure The invention is a self-storing pet enclosure intended for use on a mounting wall outside of a pet door or window. In the stowed configuration, the enclosure is substantially flush with the mounting wall, making it well-suited for applications such as a recreational... | 04/20/2004 |
| 6513456 | Multi-use pet environment An animal enclosure of the present invention includes a pen sized to hold the animal. The pen is formed from a frame which is covered with a removable, washable cover. A gate for the enclosure includes a panel which is raised to close the gate and lowered... | 02/04/2003 |
| 6470829 | Collapsible window enclosure for pets A collapsible pet enclosure that is fashioned to fit in standard windows and has removable material coverings and screen panels on all sides. Domestic animals can use the enclosure to enjoy the out doors with out the owners fearing for their safety or hea... | 10/29/2002 |
