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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8061305 | Leash handle with an integrated compartment A leash handle includes a grip, a mounting post, and a mid-section provided with an integrated storage compartment. The grip is configured for convenient gripping in one hand by a user. The mounting post is configured for connection to the looped end of a strap leas... | 11/22/2011 |
| 7992524 | Cat can't jump—device for training small animals An animal training device and restraint (10) is comprised of a lead (14) having a length greater than the height of the cat and less than the length of the cat and a device (12) for attaching to the cat's collar or harness on one end and a weigh... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7926451 | Dual pet leash The present invention is directed to a dual pet leash, including a spherical-shaped or ellipsoid-shaped or cone-shaped or cylindrical-shaped or egg-shaped detangling element, a handle located adjacent the detangling element, and two or more pet attachment portions o... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7743735 | Animal leash A leash according including an elongated lead having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion, a first handle disposed at the proximal end portion, a collar attachment mechanism disposed at the distal end portion, and a second handle disposed intermediate the... | 06/29/2010 |
| 7726261 | Animal harness A harness apparatus that facilitates proximity control over two or more animals by the animal handler via a single leash. The single leash couples to the harness via a first swiveling connection. Two or more animals may then be attached to the harness via two or mor... | 06/01/2010 |
| 7690331 | Electroluminescent braided pet leash A nylon or polypropylene cylindrical central braided rope core is wound with an electroluminescent wire to form a pet leash. The electroluminescent wire is powered by a portable power supply attached to the handle of the pet leash causing illumination of the electro... | 04/06/2010 |
| 7536980 | Illuminated pet leash An illuminated pet leash has an elongated light-emitting member mounted in a transparent sleeve and extending alongside a non-extensible tethering line. An electrical power is delivered to the light-emitting member, making the tethering assembly visible in the dark.... | 05/26/2009 |
| 7426905 | Leash ring A leash ring comprises two side members which secure about a stationary object. The side members are pivotally secured together by a threaded fastener at the proximal ends thereof and retain a leash receiving member therebetween. The side members of the leash ring c... | 09/23/2008 |
| 7418926 | Pet strap having buffering effect A pet strap includes a pulling unit, a locking unit, and an elastic drawing mounted between the pulling unit and the locking unit and including an elastic inner tube and a weaving outer layer mounted on a surface of the inner tube. Thus, the elastic drawing unit pro... | 09/02/2008 |
| 7367285 | Illuminated pet leash An illuminated pet leash has an elongated light-emitting member mounted in a transparent sleeve and extending alongside a non-extensible tethering line. An electrical power is delivered to the light-emitting member, making the tethering assembly visible in the dark.... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7367286 | Implement for carrying waste An implement for carrying waste while using a leash. The implement includes a leash receiving member for releasably securing the leash thereto. A waste receiving container is provided for receiving the waste thereinto. The container includes an attachment portion fo... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7331311 | Abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective rope A flexible abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective rope has a central braided high strength core comprising gel fiber or p-aramid fibers that is surrounded by cylindrically braided sleeve of reflective strips composed of narrow width reflective strips that c... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7325515 | Apparatus and method for walking animals The present invention relates to an apparatus for walking two animals, including: a holding member; a rotating member rotatably connected to or attached to the holding member; and the rotating member including a face portion comprising a first connection device and ... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7322316 | Animal control arrangement An animal control arrangement in which there is provided a plurality of leashes which may be attached to the collars of animals to be controlled while walking, exercising, training or the like and which reduces the likelihood of the leashes becoming tangled. ... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7293531 | Elastic dog leash and coupler An elastic dog leash and coupler utilizes brightly colored florescent latex tubing for a major portion of the leash and coupler. The tubing is mounted between rings. A monofilament nylon line is mounted within the tubing and connected to the rings. The monofilament ... | 11/13/2007 |
| 7263816 | Omnidirectionally reflective horse halter A flexible omnidirectionally reflective horse lead has a central portion, and mechanical attachment means to accommodate a bridal bit ring. The lead reflects an incoming light beam from a walker or horseback rider back in the direction from which it emanated, preven... | 09/04/2007 |
| 7246477 | Omnidirectionally reflective horse halter A flexible omnidirectionally reflective horse lead has a central portion, and mechanical attachment means to accommodate a bridal bit ring. The lead reflects an incoming light beam from a walker or horseback rider back in the direction from which it emanated, preven... | 07/24/2007 |
| 7243825 | Bag holder A bag holder for use in a vehicle trunk comprising a trunk lid having trunk hinges which attach the trunk lid to the vehicle. The bag holder device comprises a band portion having two ends, the band portion being at least partially elastically stretchable and of suf... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7219626 | Pet toy having omnidirectional reflectivity A flexible abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective pet toy reflects incoming light beam back in the same direction as it was emanated, thereby indicating the location of a pet toy and thereby preventing tripping hazards in pet play areas during dusk or night... | 05/22/2007 |
| 7204206 | Abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective pet leash A flexible abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective pet leash has handle, central pet leash, and pet collar sections that reflect an incoming light beam back in the same direction as it was emanated. The reflected light beam provides accurate illumination of ... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7204207 | Abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective jewelry A flexible abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective jewelry piece has a central cylindrical braided rope core surrounded by a cylindrical reflective braided sleeve comprising three or more narrow width reflective strips that are braided at a shallow cylindric... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7194982 | Leash assembly with bag roll in handle A leash assembly includes a housing including a handle at one end and a leash extendable from and retractable into the housing. The leash assembly further includes a plurality of bags disposed within the handle. The leash assembly also includes a lid permitting acce... | 03/27/2007 |
| 7185997 | Hands-free flashlight suspended from neck of user A method and apparatus for illuminating the area in front of a person without requiring the use of the person's hands, by suspending from the neck of the person a housing containing at least one LED light source emitting a light beam extending forwardly from the per... | 03/06/2007 |
| 7182044 | Animal control arrangement An animal control arrangement in which there is provided a plurality of leashes which may be attached to the collars of animals to be controlled while walking, exercising, training or the like and which reduces the likelihood of the leashes becoming tangled. ... | 02/27/2007 |
| 7165511 | Animal restraining harness An animal restraining harness includes first and second straps connected at opposed ends to connectors. A center chest strap extends between the first and second straps. A flexible restraining strap is looped between the connectors and is attachable to a leash. The ... | 01/23/2007 |
| 7114467 | Pet leash for two A pet leash for walking two pets such as dogs, together without tangling. It is great for training your pets to walk on a leash This invention is durable and made in many colors and sizes, Made with nylon strapping, The leash has a handle at one end and a metal ring... | 10/03/2006 |
| 7096827 | Combination training lead and multiple animal leash A combination training lead and multiple animal leash comprising, a leash-forming strap having a handle at a first end thereof and having at least two branches at a second end thereof with a snap connector carried by each of the branches and including a D-ring attac... | 08/29/2006 |
| 7089700 | Shock suppression system for a fishing rod A shock suppression system for a fishing rod is mounted to a fishing rod and connected to the secure end of the fishing line for dampening the movement of the secure end of the toward the tip of the rod when a force is applied to the free end of the line by a fish h... | 08/15/2006 |
| 7087001 | Portable handheld exercise apparatus which can be attached to a multiplicity of body parts The present invention is directed to a portable personal training and exercise device with a cable and pulley mechanism which also is a mobile personal training and exercise device having an ergonomic plastic external housing that with the use of straps fits in the ... | 08/08/2006 |
| 7066113 | Collar structure for animal leashes A collar structure for animal leashes includes a lead having a hoop disposed at one end thereof for a ring to be attached thereto, and a clamping piece made up of a clamping plate protruding upwards at the top side of a fixing body and supported by a spring element ... | 06/27/2006 |
| 7063045 | Leash with integrated pocket An animal leash including an integrated, selectively accessible cavity, the animal leash comprising: (a) a first elongated strap; and (b) a first collapsible wall attached to the first elongated strap to form an integrated receptacle, the integrated receptacle inclu... | 06/20/2006 |
| 7044080 | Dog leash handle The invention is a multi-compartmented dog leash handle assembly. The handle assembly has a compartment capable of carrying keys, money and/or plastic waste bags. The handle also has provisions for the easy transport of dog food and water. The handle also has a mech... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7040256 | Animal control arrangement An animal control arrangement in which there is provided a plurality of leashes which may be attached to the collars of animals to be controlled while walking, exercising, training or the like and which reduces the likelihood of the leashes becoming tangled. ... | 05/09/2006 |
| 7036519 | Umbrella and leash for pets Combination animal leash and umbrella includes a center post with a closeable umbrella cover that fits convexly over the leash attached to the inside of the umbrella. In a preferred embodiment, the extending support post of the umbrella is articulatable. ... | 05/02/2006 |
| 7021245 | Automotive tether device An automobile tether device includes a base and a loop spanning the base and rotatable relative to the base. The base defines cutouts for receiving end segments of the loop. The loop frictionally engages the surface on which the tether device is installed to allow t... | 04/04/2006 |
| 7017527 | Pet collar with retractable leash An integrated pet leash comprising a pet restraint, handle, retractors fastened to the outer side of the collar, and flexible elongated members. The flexible elongated members are coupled between the ends of the handle and the retractors. The retractors exert a forc... | 03/28/2006 |
| 7008075 | Safety flashlight for dogs A dog flashlight illuminates the area in front of a dog in dark conditions, thereby eliminating the need for a dog owner to carry and direct a light source. The dog flashlight includes a housing containing at least one light source, a battery power supply for the li... | 03/07/2006 |
| 6978738 | Abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective pet leash A flexible abrasion resistant omnidirectionally reflective pet leash has handle, central pet leash, and pet collar sections that reflect an incoming light beam back in the same direction as it was emanated. The reflected light beam provides accurate illumination of ... | 12/27/2005 |
| 6976762 | Tubular electro-luminescent light device A tubular Electro-Luminescent panel(s) light device offers superior bending characteristics with super brightness by integrating a predetermined width of panel with a proper circuit system. The panel(s) have narrow width to fit within tube means while enabling the p... | 12/20/2005 |
| 6971334 | Stretchable dog leash A dog leash that includes a handle, an elastic strap portion, an inelastic strap portion, and means for attaching either the elastic portion or inelastic portion to a dog collar. The elastic and inelastic portions are connected to each other by either a releasable b... | 12/06/2005 |