АНТЕННА, ВСТРОЕННАЯ В УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ДРЕССИРОВКИ ЖИВОТНЫХ

... 1. Электронное устройство для определения местонахождения животного, содержащее:корпус с внутренней поверхностью, обращенной к телу животного, когда надет на животное;первый электрический разъем, расположенный на указанном корпусе и доступный снаружи для подключения к электросхеме, находящейся внутри данного корпуса;ошейник, один конец которого соединен с возможностью отсоединения с указанным корпусом;антенна GPS (глобальной спутниковой системы определения местоположения), по меньшей мере, часть которой встроена в указанный ошейник на заданном расстоянии от него таким образом, что указанная антенна GPS расположена на удалении от указанного корпуса; электрический проводник, соединенный с указанной антенной GPS, первая часть которого встроена в указанный ошейник, а вторая часть выходит из указанного ошейника вблизи первого конца; указанная вторая часть данного электрического проводника является гибкой; ивторой электрический разъем электрически соединен с незакрытым концом указанной второй ...

Trainingsgerät für Katzen

Trainingsgerät für Katzen zur Unterbindung des Fäkalienabsatzes an unerwünschten Stellen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß ein flächiger Feuchtigkeitssensor (1) vorgesehen ist, dem eine Auswerteelektronik (5, 8) nachgeschaltet ist, daß ferner ein steuerbares Ventil (9, 12) vorhanden ist, das von der Auswerteelektronik (5, 8) im Falle eines durch Fäkalien der Katze ausgelösten Signals des Feuchtigkeitssensors (1) einen Stromstoß erhält, und daß schließlich ein mit dem Ventil (9, 12) in Verbindung stehender Aerosol-Behälter (10) vorgesehen ist, der bei einem Stromstoß über das Ventil (9, 12) und einen Sprühkopf (11) einen Sprühstoß in Richtung Feuchtigkeitssensor (1) bzw. Katze abgibt.

Sprach- lautgesteuertes Sende/Empfangsgerät zur Ausbildung von Hunden und Fernüberwachung

Improvements in animal training systems and devices

Pressure sensitive mat with audible alert

A pressure sensitive doormat which, when activated by a pet, triggers an audible alarm. The alarm is preferably a prerecorded voice message and the speaker which emits the message may be remote from the doormat, a signal being transmitted wirelessly from the doormat. The pressure sensor may be contained in a waterproof, rubber envelope, the top of which may be covered with carpet.

Remote controlled dog training device

A remote controlled dog training device which includes a box (1) to which is attached a two channel radio receiver (4) and a servo Figure 9 (2A). The device also includes a two channel radio transmitter, Figure 5 (20). A tennis ball (12) can be placed in the top of the box so that it sits on a removable spring (11). When the lid on the box is closed it depresses the ball on the spring. On receipt of a radio signal from the transmitter either the ball is released by the priming arm (8) situated on the top of the lid being rotated, or, a "click" sound is emitted dependant on which button is depressed on the transmitter. A removable scent box, Figure 3 (16) can be attached to the box (1). The device can be used in one of three positions with or without the spring attachment.

Puzzle pet toy and treat dispenser

A puzzle pet toy and treat dispenser comprises a motor assembly 500 having a power source (502, figure 15), at least one motor (503, figure 16), a printed circuit board, a power switch, an LED indicator and timing settings, a drive train, a clutch (505) and a driveshaft (508), an inner chamber 300 comprising a plurality of vertical walls (304, figure 6) dividing the inner chamber into separate containers each having a tangential wall having an opening (303), a drum aperture 400 comprising a vertical wall of substantially cylindrical shape having an opening (403, figure 11) and a base having a drive shaft aperture and a plurality of actuators on the external surface of the base, a lid 200 comprising a plurality of dividers (202, figure 4) on its internal surface aligned in use with the vertical walls of the inner chamber, a housing 101, 102 having a receptacle at its base for receiving the motor assembly and comprising at least one opening 103 to allow treats to be dispensed and external ...

Pet presence alert system

A pet presence alert system is provided for alerting a pet owner or carer when a pet is at the door waiting to be let in. The pet presence alert system comprises a scanner (see figure 2) adapted to scan, read and recognise a radio frequency dentification device (RFID) or microchip carried by a pet animal; and a remote user alert unit (see figure 3). The scanner is adapted to relay such recognition to the remote user alert unit, and wherein the alert unit is adapted to provide a corresponding audible and/or visual alert to a user. The scanner may be mounted to an exterior door or surface of a home or building. The scanner may be preprogrammed to recognize particular microchips so as to be able to recognize particular pets. The scanner may be wirelessly linked to the remote user alert unit.

Remote Control Dog Training Device

Animal to human communication device and method

An animal to human communication device 100 for allowing an animal to communicate with an animal care giver. The device 100 has a plurality of tiles 112A-D actuated by an animal; a transmitter 126 to send an electronic message to a predetermined electronic device 130; and a processor 124 configured to generate and send the electronic message, via the transmitter 126, upon actuation of one of the plurality of tiles 112A-D. A content of the electronic message is at least partially dependent on the actuated tiles 112A-D. The electronic message may be text based, such as an SMS, IM or email, or may be audible. There may be a loudspeaker. Each tile may have a unique colour, shape, texture size or scent.

SYSTEM FOR THE REMOTE DETECTION OF OBJECTS

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR ADJUSTING THE CORRECTION LEVEL OF THE RECEIVER OF A DRESSURGERÄTS

Apparatus and method for treatment of mental and behavioral conditions and disorders with electromagnetic fields

An apparatus for treating a behavioral condition of an animal, including a loop coil; a signal generator coupled to the loop coil, the signal generator being configured to transmit a treatment signal through the loop coil; and a harness connected to one or more of the loop coil and the signal generator, the harness including one or more fasteners each configured to fasten to one or more of a neck and a forelimb joint of the animal to position the loop coil proximate a head of the animal, the treatment signal including a plurality of bursts having a peak amplitude of less than about 200 milliGauss, the plurality of bursts having an average duration of between about 0.5 msec and about 50 msec, and the plurality of bursts being repeated at between 0.01 and 100 Hz.

Non-invasive device for remotely controlling and stopping either quadrupeds or bipeds for safety and training purposes

This invention can be preferably adopted in the sector of the accessories for pets, particularly in the sector of leashes, collars, harnesses and of systems for controlling and stopping quadrupeds and/or bipeds.

Method and apparatus for adjusting the correction level of an animal training receiver

Mobile communication system and device

SIGNAL AND PROTOCOL FOR REMOTE DOG TRAINER SIGNALING WITH FORWARD ERROR CORRECTION

A transmitter for a dog training system, the transmitter having a command input device for inputting a training command input into the transmitter, and a transmitter controller connected to the command input device. The transmitter controller translates the training command input into identification data and command data. The transmitter controller also generates at least one forward error correction codeword from the identification data and the command data.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GUIDING MOVEMENT OF A FREELY ROAMING ANIMAL THROUGH BRAIN STIMULATION

Movement of a freely roaming animal (190), such as a rat, is guided using electric stimulation of the animal's brain. Cues are provided to the animal to move forward by stimulating a reward center of the brain. Cues are provided to the animal to change its direction by stimulating portions of the animal's brain that control right and left movements, such as a cortical representation of whiskers of the animal. Multi-channel, remotely controlled equipment (140, 145, 150, 350) may be carried by the animal to enable independent energizing of electrodes attached to different regions of the animal's brain. A transmitter carried by the animal may report back data to allow monitoring. A component may be carried by the animal for carrying out a mission, such as for search and rescue or surveillance. Groups of animals may be controlled in real- time by coordinating their movements and tracking their locations.

STABILIZING POST AND METHOD FOR BARK CONTROLLER

An electronic apparatus (1) for control or training of an animal includes a housing (2) supported by a strap against the animal's skin, first and second stimulus probes (5) connected to a surface (9) of the housing, and control circuitry in the housing including output terminals selectively producing aversive stimulus. A stabilizing member (7) is connected to a location of the surface (9) of the housing that is offset from a straight line between the first and second stimulus electrodes (5) so that conductive tips of the first and second stimulus electrodes and a tip of the stabilizing post define a triangle, whereby the conductive tips of the first and second stimulus electrodes and the tip of the stabilizing member are pressed against the skin of the animal and prevent rocking of the conductive tips of the first and second stimulus electrodes against the skin of the animal to reduce the occurrence and/or severity of skin sores.

CANINE RESCUE HARNESS

ELECTRONIC PET GATE

An electronic pet gate. The electronic pet gate includes a gate transmitter generating a barrier field and a gate receiver generating a deterrent stimulus in the presence of the barrier field. The gate transmitter includes a loop antenna in a low profile elongated sill and a barrier signal generator. The loop antenna transmits the barrier signal and has an elongated geometric shape configured to shape the radiated electromagnetic field into a truncated ellipsoid. The truncated ellipsoidal barrier field has significant field strength along the length of the low profile sill and minimal field strength along the sides of the low profile sill. The low profile sill is designed to securely rest on the floor to block access to an area restricted to a pet without being a substantial physical impediment or hazard to people passing over low profile sill.

LEASH TRAINING DEVICE AND A METHOD OF USING THE SAME TO TRAIN A DOMESTICATED ANIMAL

A leash training device embodying a non-invasive and non-threatening method of using the same to train a dog is provided. The leash training device may include a liquid sprayer having a housing forming a handle portion and a leash assembly. While grasping the handle portion so as to manage the dog on the other end of the leash assembly, the liquid sprayer is adapted so that the user may discharge a jet of liquid from a reservoir secured within the housing. The method includes discharging the jet at or on the dog engaged in bad behavior.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COGNITIVE ENRICHMENT OF AN ANIMAL

A system and method for cognitive enrichment of an animal. At least one display device is configured to display stimuli to an animal. At least one input device is configured to accept input from the animal. At least one reward dispenser is configured to dispense a reward to the animal. At least one processor is communicatively coupled with the at least one display device, the at least one input device, and the at least one reward dispenser. Execution of computer- readable instructions causes the at least one processor to carry out steps including displaying one or more stimuli to the animal using the at least one display device, accepting an input from the animal corresponding to at least one of the one or more stimuli, making a dispensing decision based on the input, and dispensing a reward using the at least one reward dispenser based on the dispensing decision.

Robot system for nursing pet

The invention relates to a robot system for taking care of pets, including a control system and a robot mainbody; the control system is used for wirelessly transmitting control instruction signals, the interior of the robot mainbody is provided with a wireless receiving and processing module which is used for receiving the control instruction signals and processing the control instruction signals into control signals; the robot system further includes a driving system and a feeding module; the driving system is used for driving the robot mainbody to move according to the control instruction, and the feeding module is used for opening a feeding box containing the feed of pets according to the control instruction. A local PC computer is communicated with a remote PC computer through the internet, and the remote computer remotely controls the robot mainbody and monitors pets through the internet. The robot system for taking care of pets of the invention can take care of and monitor pets when ...

DEVICE TO CONTROL AND/OR EDUCATE AN ANIMAL SUCH AS A DOG

Procédé et dispositif pour le dressage à la propreté des chiens

Procédé pour assurer le dressage des chiens à la propreté, caractérisé en ce qu'il consiste à exploiter un signal bio-électrique généré par la contraction des muscles fessiers de l'animal initiant le processus d'expulsion de ses excréments pour actionner un organe de commande 8 transmettant un signal radio-électrique à un premier récepteur 10 porté par l'animal et fournissant un premier son perçu de manière désa- gréable par celui-ci pour immédiatement arrêter ledit processus, à fournir avec ledit premier récepteur après une temporisation donnée un second signal perçu cette fois par l'animal de manière agréable et à commander après cessation de l'émission du second son un premier émetteur radioélectrique 17, également porté par l'animal, pour la commande à distance d'un second récepteur 19 situé dans un lieu prédéterminé où l'animal est seulement autorisé à déféquer et fournissant un troisième son agréable, identique au second, de telle sorte que, attiré par ledit son, issu dudit second ...

Device for training reflexes of animal

APPARATUS FOR TRAINING ANIMALS

PURPOSE: An apparatus is provided to train an animal by applying a high voltage shock wave or vibrations to the animal for a constant time with being worn on the body of the animal. CONSTITUTION: An apparatus for training an animal receives secret number data, shock wave level data, and mode data set at an ID code setting switch(2), a shock wave regulation selector switch(4), and a mode selection switch(6) respectively, and also receives the actuation signal of a first function switch(8) and a second function switch(10) to transmit a control signal selected by the mode selection switch after modulating the control signal into a carrier wave. The control signal is selected among a secret number data wave form calculated in a transmission microprocessor, the level data set by the shock wave regulation selector switch, and the vibration data. If a secret number saved in the microprocessor is same with a preset secret number, the vibrations or the shock wave is applied to the animal. COPYRIGHT ...

동물 배변 훈련용 장치 및 이를 포함하는 동물 배변 훈련 시스템

... 동물 배변 훈련 시스템이 제공된다. 본 발명의 일 실시예에 따른 동물 배변 훈련 시스템은, 동물 배변 훈련용 장치로서, 동물이 상기 동물 배변 훈련용 장치 상에 배변을 했는지 여부를 감지하는 배변 감지부를 포함하는 것인, 동물 배변 훈련용 장치; 및 상기 동물 배변 훈련용 장치로부터 동물의 배변 여부에 대한 정보를 수신하고, 동물이 상기 동물 배변 훈련용 장치 상에 배변을 한 경우, 미리 정해진 보상을 제공하는 급식기를 포함한다.

APPARATUS FOR TRAINING ANIMAL WITH RECEIVER ANTENNA AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

PURPOSE: An apparatus for training an animal with a receiver antenna and a control method thereof are provided to help a user to easily train the animal as well as to easily understand the position of the animal, and to simplify the structure thereof, thus reducing the cost of manufacturing. CONSTITUTION: The animal training apparatus consists of a transmitter having a shock wave adjustor, a first functional switch for controlling the output time of the shock wave, a second functional switch for controlling the output of vibration, a third functional switch for controlling the output of beep sound, a fourth functional switch for controlling the temporary output of the shock wave, a microprocessor, an oscillator, a modulator, a high frequency amplifier, a low pass filter, and a transmitter antenna; and a receiver having a receiver antenna(51), a coupling condenser(C2) for outputting signal of alternating current component only, an RF module(80) for amplifying and filtering the alternating ...

동물 인터랙션 장치, 시스템 및 방법

... 적어도 일부의 먹이에 접근을 허용하고 불허하는 먹이 접근 구성요소를 포함하는 먹이 접근 장치가 제공된다. 다양한 실시예에서 적어도 일부의 먹이로의 접근의 허용 및 불허는 동물의 상태에 달려있다. 위에서 제공된 장치는 동물에 제공되고, 적어도 하나의 인디케이터가 선택적으로 활성화되고, 동물의 제1 상태는 적어도 하나의 센서를 통해 감지되고, 동물의 상태에 기초되어, 이전에 보호된 먹이는 접근가능하게 되고, 이후 상기 보호된 먹이는 동물의 제2 상태에 기초되어 다시 이용가능하게 된다. 시스템은 각각 자동으로 동물과 인터랙션하기 위한 초기 알고리즘을 포함하는 적어도 하나의 동물 인터랙션 알고리즘을 포함하는 동물과 자동으로 인터랙트하기 위하여 또한 제공된다. 본 발명의 다른 측면들이 제공된다.

BATTERY MODULE SWITCH

A battery module cooperating with an electronic animal control device for activating and deactivating the electronic animal control device. The battery module switch is a user-replaceable power source providing a rotary switching function while maintaining a hermetic seal.

CONTROL SYSTEM FOR INSECT FLIGHT

A remote control flight of an insect - including flight initiation, cessation, pitch control and steering - with a microcontroller-driven neural stimulation system powered by a microbattery. In some embodiments, a miniaturized, pronotum-mounted system comprising a neural stimulator, muscle stimulators, a microcontroller and a microbattery capable of continuous, remote flight control of a 2 gram beetle (Cotinis texana is provided). Flight initiation, cessation and elevation control are accomplished through neural stimulation of the brain which elicits, suppresses or modulates wing oscillation. Turns are triggered through the direct muscular stimulation of either of the flight muscles. Stimulation potentials (|3| V) and power (mean 80 μW per pulse) allow for operation times greater than 31 hours with the 160 mg microbattery. Flight instructions can be pre-loaded into the microcontroller memory or remotely controlled.

A DEVICE TO BE ATTACHED TO OR TO BE WORN BY AN ANIMAL FOR INDICATING THE PHYSIOLOGICAL STATUS OF THE ANIMAL

This invention relates to a device (100) to be worn by or attached to an animal (102) for indicating the physiological status of the animal. At least one measuring device is used for measuring the physiological state of said animal . The resulting physiological data are regularly compared to at least one threshold value when evaluating the current physiological status of said animal. Based thereon, indication means indicates the current physiological status of said animal.

UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE FOR GENERATING GEOLOCATION EXCLUSION ZONES OF ANIMALS

An unmanned aerial vehicle for determining geolocation exclusion zones of animals. The unmanned aerial vehicle includes a processor-based monitoring device to track geolocation information associated with an animal from the unmanned aerial vehicle, an identification device mounted on the unmanned aerial vehicle to identify the animal and to track a position of the animal over time, and a mapping device coupled to the monitoring device to determine locations where the animal has traversed and to identify where an encounter with the animal is reduced.

MOVING OBJECT LOCATING APPARATUS

The present invention relates to a moving object locating apparatus that comprises a search unit and at least one target unit. The first central processing unit is configured to proceed with coding, and the antenna module is configured to transmit searching signals that carry identification codes. The target unit, which is provided with a default identification code, comprises a radio transmit-receive unit, a second central processing unit and a second power unit. When the radio transmit-receive unit receives the searching signal, the second central processing unit will decode the identification code carried by the searching signal and matches with the default identification code of the target unit. When two codes are matched, the second central processing unit then will proceed to coding and then actuate the radio transmit-receive unit to transmit a response signal, which carries the default identification code, back to the search unit.

Camera system for canines, felines, or other animals

A computer-aided training and management system that uses a computer or other processor in wireless communication with an instrumented dog collar and/or optionally, one or more dog interaction devices, such as, for example, video monitors, loudspeakers, video cameras, training toys (e.g., ball, bone, moving toy, etc.), an animatronics “trainer,” a treat dispenser, a food dispensing and monitoring device, a water dispensing and monitoring device, tracking devices, a dog door, dog-monitoring doghouse, a dog-monitoring dog toilet, is described. In one embodiment, the instrumented dog collar is in two-way communication with a central computer system.

DEVICE FOR AUTOMATICALLY RELEASING DOG TRAINING

Electronic tether for portable objects

A system and method for issuing an alarm when the separation distance between a monitoring module associated with an object (animate or inanimate) and an alert module exceeds a preset threshold distance thereby forming a leadless electronic tether between the object and the object owner. A monitoring module comprises a portable transmitter provides a signal to an alert module comprising a receiver and a processor. The alert module is adapted to determine a separation distance between the monitoring module and the alert module based on an attribute of the signal. When the separation distance exceeds a predetermined threshold, the alert module issues an alert.

Systems and methods of desensitizing an animal to anxiety-inducing events

Systems and methods of desensitizing an animal to an anxiety inducing event, including an output unit to communicate with a media player to output a conditioning media signal and an anxiety inducing media signal, a conditioning element dispenser to dispense a conditioning element, a detector to determine when an animal has taken the conditioning element, and a control module to selectively control operation of the output unit and the conditioning element dispenser to cause the conditioning element dispenser to dispense a first conditioning element in association with the media player outputting the conditioning media signal. The output unit can cause the media player to output the anxiety inducing media signal in association with the conditioning media signal, and the control unit can cause the conditioning element dispenser to dispense a second conditioning element from the conditioning element dispenser in association with the anxiety inducing media signal.

Animal training and tracking system using RF identification tags

An animal training device for administering audio stimulus and physical encouragement to an animal. The trainer has a transmitter with variable signal strength. The animal worn device had a receiver that senses the signal strength. If the signal strength drops to a preset limit indicative of distance from the transmitter, a tone is sounded. Further signal drop results in a shock being delivered. Alternatively, a trainer module comprises an RFID poller and an animal module comprises an RFID tag. The poller sends a polling signal to the RFID tag. The polling signal is reflected back to the trainer module where the reflective signal is used to determine a separation distance. If the separation distance exceeds a preset threshold, an encouragement command is sent from the trainer module to the animal module.

Animal interaction device, system, and method

An animal interaction device is provided that includes a food access component which allows and disallows access to at least a portion of the food. In various embodiments, the allowing and disallowing of access to at least a portion of the food is dependent upon the animal's condition. A method is also provided such that the device above is provided to an animal, one or more indicators are optionally activated, the animal's first condition is sensed via one or more sensors, and based upon the animal's condition, the previously protected food is made accessible, and subsequently the protected food is made available again based upon the animal's second condition. A system is also provided for automatically interacting with an animal including at least one animal interaction device each of which comprises an initial interaction algorithm to automatically interact with the animal. Other aspects of the invention are provided.

LAUNCHER SYSTEM

A training system is disclosed that includes a controller, a dummy launcher and, optionally, a bird launcher and a pet training collar. In at least one embodiment of the invention, the controller is operable to control any one of the bird launcher, the dummy launcher or the pet training collar. The system thus includes any combination of the controller, the dummy launcher, the pet training collar and the bird launcher. The dummy launcher system includes a base is that is configured to receive a portable dummy launcher that may also be removed from the base for manual operation. The system thus allows a user to select and activate a launcher and then to select the dog training collar to transmit control commands to the dog under training. 1. A remote controlled launcher system , comprising:a dummy launcher configured to launch a dummy, the dummy launcher further including a spring activated launching mechanism configured to launch a dummy when activated; a launcher body;', 'a cocking mechanism configured to attach to the spring activated launching mechanism;, 'a launcher base configured to receive and securely hold the dummy launcher; the launcher base further includinga receiver configured to release the cocking mechanism upon receiving an associated control command from a remote transmitter; anda wireless controller configured to send control commands to the receiver to prompt the receiver to release the cocking mechanism.2. The remote controlled launcher system of further including a firing mechanism that is configured to strike a blank with a firing pin to fire the blank when the spring activated launching mechanism is activated.3. The remote controlled launcher system of further including a ratchet for coupling to the cocking mechanism when the cocking mechanism is coupled to the spring activated firing mechanism to allow the cocking mechanism to be pulled into a firing position and to be held by the ratchet; anda ratchet release mechanism configured to release ...

Docking system and apparatus to track and stimulate an animal

A system and apparatus to track and control an animal, including a tracking unit to track the animal, and a stimulus unit to provide a stimulus to the animal, wherein the tracking unit and stimulus unit are configured to be removably coupled together, and the tracking unit and/or stimulus unit communicate with a common control device.

Method and system for remote monitoring, care and maintenance of animals

A system for remote care of an animal includes a robotic animal caregiver that has a housing, a wireless data communication system disposed within the housing and wirelessly communicatively coupled with an external data communications system, and a microprocessor in communication with the wireless data communication system disposed within the housing. The system further includes an aerial drone wirelessly communicatively coupled to the wireless data communication system of the robotic animal caregiver. The aerial drone includes a microprocessor, a wireless communication module, a video camera, the aerial drone configured to act in response to instructions issued by the microprocessor of the robotic animal caregiver.

PET MONITORING

A system to monitor a pet includes a wearable device with: sensor(s) to monitor vital sign; a wireless transceiver to determine a geolocation of the pet; a processor coupled to the sensor and the wireless transceiver, the processor capturing pet parameters for the pet's caregiver or owner.

ANIMAL TRAINING DEVICE THAT CONTROLS STIMULUS USING PROPORTIONAL PRESSURE-BASED INPUT

A system for training animals includes a hand-held device and a remote device, where the remote device applies a stimulus when a user presses a button or trigger on the hand-held device. The amount of pressure applied is measured by a pressure sensitive transducer and transformed into proportional transducer signals. These transducer signals are transmitted to the remote device, which then applies a stimulus to an animal being trained. The amplitude of the applied stimulus corresponds to the amplitude of the transducer signals; a trainer can thus precisely control the intensity of the stimulus by applying and relieving pressure on the button. The type of stimulus applied is controlled based on the position of a rotary switch on the hand-held device. Sensor data generated by specialized sensors in the remote device may be transmitted to the hand-held device to provide the user with sensory feedback.

INTELLIGENT VIDEO, AUDIO, DATA AND COMMUNICATION EMBODIMENT FOR CANINES OR OTHER ANIMALS

A saddle apparatus including a processor, a plurality of sensors controlled by the processor, a plurality of output peripherals controlled by the processor, a deployment unit controlled by the processor, a transceiver controlled by the processor and communicating with a remote control device, a computer readable storage medium storing program instructions, and the processor executing the program instructions, the processor configured to receiving control signals from the remote control device, instructing the plurality of sensors, the plurality of output peripherals and deployment unit according to the received control signals, and sending a return signal with data processed by the processor from the plurality of sensors, the plurality of output peripherals and the deployment unit to the remote control device external from the saddle apparatus.

LEAD TRAINING DEVICES AND METHODS

Training devices and methods are disclosed herein for training animals on a lead against excessive pulling by delivery escalating stimuli to the animal. The training devices described herein are coupled to a collar and include a housing with portions that can be moved toward one another against a force provided by a biasing device, such that when the collar is pulled against the neck of the animal, the compression of the training device between the collar and the neck of the animal causes the housing portions to move together. This configuration can be utilized to determine an amount of force imparted to a lead by an animal and/or to expose electrodes of a shock assembly.

Animal housebreaking device and animal housebreaking system including the same

An animal housebreaking system including at least a defecation sensing unit for sensing whether an animal defecates on the animal housebreaking device, and a feeding machine for receiving, from the animal housebreaking device, information on whether the animal defecates, and providing predetermined rewards when the animal defecates on the animal housebreaking device.

System and method for animal identification

Processor(s) can receive from a first computing device information representing a member, an animal, a location, a wireless device, and a reward. After a second computing device has received a signal from the wireless device, second information can be received. Further, the processor(s) can receive third electronic information. The processor(s) can determine, using at least some of the second electronic information and the third electronic information, that a second computing device is within a respective distance of a third computing device. Moreover, the processor(s) can transmit an alert representing that a user of the second computing device is within a proximity of the animal. The processor(s) can receive an electronic notification that the animal is in custody and provide a portion of the reward to a user of one device and a portion of the reward to a user of another device, based on contributions to the recovery.

ТРЕНИРОВОЧНАЯ СИСТЕМА УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ДЛЯ СОБАК, КОШЕКИЛИ ДРУГИХ ЖИВОТНЫХ

... 1. Система ухода за животными, содержащая: компьютерную систему, предусмотренную для первого приемопередающего устройства беспроводной связи; ошейник животного, предусмотренный для второго приемопередающего устройства беспроводной связи, при этом упомянутый ошейник животного выполнен с идентификационным кодом и с возможностью сообщения с упомянутой компьютерной системой с помощью беспроводной двусторонней квитированной связи в соответствии с упомянутым идентификационным кодом таким образом, что упомянутая компьютерная система может отправлять команды на упомянутый ошейник животного и получать подтверждение получения упомянутых команд от упомянутого ошейника животного, при этом упомянутый ошейник животного может отправлять данные упомянутой компьютерной системе и получать подтверждение получения упомянутых данных упомянутой компьютерной системой, при этом упомянутая компьютерная система выполнена с возможностью отправки команд упомянутому ошейнику животного, получения данных от упомянутого ...

Pet monitoring devices

A pet monitoring device 12 to be fitted to a pet 14 that is to be monitored includes a transmitter configured to transmit signals via a mobile telecommunications network 20. The location of the pet monitoring device 12 can be determined by use of GPS tracking, reference to parameters associated with receipt of a signal 18 transmitted by the transmitter by at least one base station of the mobile telecommunications network 20, images of the location and/or audio captured from the location so that an authorised user can identify the location of the pet monitoring device. The device may be provided in the form of a collar and may be provided with a bark detection module.

Toy for animal with flashing lights.

A toy for a pet animal comprises a resilient material 1 which encloses a battery power source 9, a switch control circuit 8 and a plurality of lights 6 mounted in at least one band 5. The lights are adapted to flash in a repeating fashion. The toy can be formed as a simple ball with one or more bands of light mounted in its surface, and the ball may be attached to one end of a rope or strap 2, the other end of which is provided with a handle 3 or toggle. The ball can be formed as two halves which can be coupled or uncoupled to give access to the switch and/or battery, alternatively the switch and/or battery may be housed in an opening 7 behind a removable cover 10. The toy can be used for throwing, chasing or for tug of war.

Moving object locating apparatus

An apparatus for locating moving objects such as pets comprises a search unit and at least one target unit attached to the moving object. The search unit has first central processing unit, and antenna module to transmit searching signals that carry identification codes. The target unit, which is provided with a default identification code, comprises a radio transmit-receive unit, a second central processing unit and a second power unit. When the radio transmit-receive unit receives the searching signal, the second central processing unit decodes the identification code carried by the searching signal and compares it with the default identification code of the target unit. When two codes are matched, the second central processing unit then will proceed to coding and then actuate the radio transmit-receive unit to transmit a response signal, which carries the default identification code, back to the search unit. The search unit further comprises an omni-directional antenna and directional ...

A pet interaction device

A Calming System For An Animal

Interactive animal toy

An interactive animal toy comprising a housing 100, a plurality of selectors on the housing 104-107, a treat delivery facility 103 and a control facility incorporating a plurality of complexity levels and complexity level adjusters. The arrangement is such that at any selected complexity level the animal has to learn to operate at least one of the selectors, within prescribed parameters, in order to be rewarded with a treat. Preferably the selectors are lights, in particular LEDs. The toy can be provided with a sensor to detect the presence of the animal and means to disable the device if it is picked up.

Charging a device supported by an animal

Animal related apparatus

RFID READER

LANGUAGE CONNECTING SYSTEM BETWEEN HUMANS AND ANIMALS

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GUIDING MOVEMENT OF A FREELY ROAMING ANIMAL THROUGH BRAIN STIMULATION

Transponding of a signal using the same antenna

WIRELESS LOCATION ASSISTED ZONE GUIDANCE SYSTEM INCORPORATING A RAPID COLLAR MOUNT AND NON-NECROTIC STIMULATION

A collar-mounted location sensor and stimulation unit (101) includes a body (110). Quick-mount retention clips (112-115) extend from the body superior and inferior lateral edges, bend in a 90 degree angle towards the center, and extend toward each other for a short distance before terminating. A flexible collar (40) is pinched between the quick-mount clips, then released to expand within the space between retention clips and the ends of the body. A generally planar stimulation unit (127, 130) and impedance-based fur detector (126) in combination protect the animal from harmful stimulation. At least one sensory stimulator is configured to provide at least one of auditory, kinesthetic, and visual stimulation responsive to an output of a location sensor. An electrode cover (150) in a first disabling position electrically isolates the plurality of stimulation electrodes (132a-f) from animal, and in a second enabling position permits electrical engagement between the plurality of stimulation ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SURVEILLANCE OF ANIMALS

A system for predator protection and health monitoring of animals. A collar (100) is fastened around the neck of a first animal (A). The collar compromises an electronic unit (200), a communication unit (220) for activation and reception of signals from a passive prone (300) implanted in the animal's body, means (250) for two-way communication with a peripheral unit (400), a GPS unit (260) for communication with a peripheral GPS unit (265), means for registering audible signals, and means for transmitting selected audible signals. The probe (300) registers one or more of any physiological parameter in the animal and communicates these parameters to said communication unit (220). An alarm is given if one physiological parameter differs from predefined values. The alarm may be a pre-programmed audible signal in the electronic unit which is delivered with the aid of a loudspeaker (230) installed in the collar (100), and/or an electronic signal that is transmitted to the peripheral communication ...

WIRELESS ANIMAL TRAINING, MONITORING AND REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM

An animal training and/or monitoring system and an animal -worn device that is capable of receiving and sending various inputs and outputs, respectively, from/to a wireless mobile device. The wireless mobile device has a software application that allows a human user to wirelessly communicate with the animal-worn transceiver via direct, networked or cellular wireless protocols. The animal-worn device interacts with the applications on the wireless mobile device to allow for a variety of functions, such as the transfer of commands or stimuli to the animal, the transfer of data regarding the animal or its environment to the wireless mobile device, and/or the transfer of instructions from the animal-worn device to an external device. The wireless mobile device may also transmit new firmware to the animal-worn device to modify its inputs and outputs.

DEVICE FOR LIMITING THE MOVEMENT OF A FOUR-LEGGED ANIMAL

A dog harness (2) with back piece (2.1), a pair of neck straps (2.2) arranged on each side of the neck (5) and to a common point, a neck fastening (7). Furthermore, a pair of chest straps (2.3), one behind each foreleg, a pair of back straps (2.5), one immediately in front of each hind leg, chest straps (2.3) pass into a tubular guide (2.4). Behind the back straps (2.5), on each side of the back piece (2.1), a pulley (8) is arranged via an elastic cord means (8.1). A band (9) is arranged on each side of the dog's (1) hind legs just above the knee joint. A cord (11) is fastened to the band (9) on the dog's (1 ) left hind leg, runs via the left-hand pulley (8) into the tubular guide (2.4) and up to a sheave (10). From the sheave (10) the cord (11) then runs on via the tubular guide (2.4) and on the right side of the dog (1) via the right-hand pulley (8) and rearward to the band (9) on the right hind leg. The sheave (10) is operated by an electric motor (10.1) or spring. A wireless slave unit ...

AN ELECTRONIC TETHER FOR PORTABLE OBJECTS

Canine modular environment adapting and training platform

Control of animal containment system transmitter settings with minimal switches

System for delivering pain without causing physiological damage

The system includes a thermal grill that has several relatively warm portions which are interlaced with several relatively cold portions. When an individual contacts the thermal grill, the temperature difference between the warm and cold portions of the thermal grill causes the individual to feel pain without physiologically damaging the individual. The system may provide some indication that thethermal grill should not be contacted. The system may also provide some indication that the thermal grill has been contacted. The system may also be able to send signals that the thermal grill has been contacted to a location that is different from where the thermal grill is located. The system may also allow the temperature difference between the warm and cold portions of the thermal grill to beadjusted from a remote location such that the level of pain which is generated by thermal grill is readily modified.

Dispositif opto-électronique de visualisation nocturne

La présente invention se propose la création d'un dispositif permettant le repérage nocturne et comportant un équipement électronique inclus dans un boîtier pouvant s'adapter sur n'importe quel support. Cet équipement est constitué d'un circuit 1 portant un photo-récepteur 3, lequel selon la lumière qu'il reçoit crée un courant variable du fait de sa propre résistance associée à la résistance 4. Ce courant ressort amplifié du transistor 5 pour aboutir à la diode luminescente 2 dont l'intensité lumineuse sera d'autant plus élevée que l'éclairement du photo-récepteur 3 sera plus faible. Le circuit 1 porte en outre l'alimentation 7 ainsi qu'un interrupteur 6.

Training device for a dog or other pet

Dispositif de dressage de conditionnement d'un animal domestique (1) tel qu'un chien pourvu d'un collier (2) comportant un émetteur (4) d'ultrasons connecté à une source d'alimentation (8) en énergie au moyen d'au moins un interrupteur (10, 26) normalement ouvert associé à un moyen de sa fermeture (11 à 14; 23 à 25; 27 à 30) dont une partie au moins est, avec l'émetteur (4) d'ultrasons, la source d'alimentation (8), et l'interrupteur (10, 26) logée dans un boîtier (3) comportant un moyen (22) pour son accrochage au collier (2) de l'animal.

INTERFACE MARINE INTERACTIONS HOMMES/MACHINES/MAMMIFERES BY EMISSION RECEPTION OF AIR SIGNALS AND Submarines.

Dispositif d'interaction hommes / machines / mammifères marins comprenant un écran de visualisation et/ou d'une balise munie d'un ou plusieurs récepteur(s) / émetteur(s) de signaux aériens et/ou sous marins et pilotée par une carte électronique qui analyse les informations codées dans les fréquences, les amplitudes et les rythmicités des signaux reçus en fractionnant un ou deux ou trois de ces paramètres puis détectant sur chaque portion un ou des événement(s) organisés et/ou supérieur(s) à un seuil d'excitation et/ou contenant des éléments identifiables, rythmés ou non, susceptibles de leur conférer une signification, ce traitement de signal donne lieu ou non à une combinaison d'émissions de signaux et/ou d'actions sous marines et/ou aériennes de la balise, et/ou une action type communication à d'autres systèmes, et/ou une modification d'activité humaine. Cette invention permet d'harmoniser les interactions homme / mammifère marin et d'établir les bases d'un protocole de communication ...

DISРОSIТIF РОUR СОNТRОLЕR ЕТ/ОU ЕDUQUЕR UN АNIМАL ТЕL QU'UN СНIЕN

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR JUDGING DOG'S FEELING FROM CRY VOCAL CHARACTER ANALYSIS

The feeling of a dog is objectively and specifically judged from the cry. The cry of a dog is converted into an electric voice signal, the feature of a relation map of the voice signal between the time and the frequency component are extracted as an input voice pattern, reference voice patterns by feelings which express, for each feeling of the dog, the feature of the relation map between the time and frequency component of the voice of the dog expressing its feelings characteristically, the input voice pattern is compared with the feeling reference voice patterns, and the feeling of the highest correlation with the input voice pattern is determined from the comparison. The reference voice patterns by feelings correspond to the feelings of "loneliness", "frustration", "threating", "self-expression", "delight" and "demand". © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

SYSTEM FOR MONITORING AN ANIMAL

The invention concerns a system (100) for monitoring an animal. The system can include a collar (110) having a transceiver (122) and a leash (112) having a transceiver (134) in which the collar transceiver and the leash transceiver may communicate with one another. When the leash and the collar move out of a communication range of one another, the collar can initiate a tracking procedure to allow the location of an animal wearing the collar to be determined. In one arrangement, the collar can further include a GPS receiver (120). When the tracking procedure is initiated, the GPS receiver can determine the location of the animal wearing the collar.

REMOTELY ACTIVATED PET BEACON

A remotely activated pet beacon for facilitating the rescue of pets in distress is disclosed. The pet beacon provides a control circuit for controlling the pet beacon's response to events, a communication system for facilitating remote activation of the pet beacon and for interactive, remote communication with a selected entity, a distress indicator for signaling that a pet is in need of assistance, and an actuator for initiating communication with a selected entity using the communication system built into the pet beacon.

METHOD FOR ACCLIMATING A DOG TO AUTONOMOUS TRAINING SESSIONS WITH A TRAINING APPARATUS

One variation of a method for acclimating a dog to autonomous training with a training apparatus, includes: accessing a video feed of a working field; dispensing a first set of treats into the working field at a first frequency and outputting an audible reinforcer at a first volume level; estimating a first acclimation score representative of acclimation to dispensation of the first set of treats; in response to the first acclimation score exceeding a threshold acclimation, dispensing a second set of treats at a second frequency less than the first frequency and outputting the audible reinforcer at a second volume greater than the first volume; estimating a second acclimation score responsive to the second set of treats; in response to the second acclimation score exceeding the threshold acclimation, the second frequency falling below a threshold frequency, and the second volume exceeding a threshold volume, verifying acclimation of the dog.

Remote controlled animal training system with wireless communication system

A remote controlled animal training system includes a wireless transmitter capable of transmitting a plurality of wireless signals non-concurrently. Each wireless signal of the plurality of signals is representative of one of a plurality of predetermined stimulus levels. A wireless receiver is capable of receiving the wireless signal from the transmitter. A demodulator is in communication with the RF receiver, demodulating the wireless signal to produce a digital signal. A microprocessor is in communication with the demodulator for receiving the digital signal from the demodulator and producing a pulse signal therefrom. A first output device is in communication with the microprocessor. The first output device produces a stimulus of intensity relative to a characteristic of the pulse signal.

Animal collar arrangement

An animal collar arrangement is provided having an electric shock generator carried on the collar of an animal for producing an electrical shock to the animal under predetermined conditions to control the movement of the animal. The electric shock generator includes a pair of electrodes which are removably insertable into respective receptacle openings on the electric shock generator. The collar for the animal carries the electric shock generator so that the electrodes are positioned to engage the animal. The collar has a pair of holes which are aligned with the receptacle openings in the shock generator. A relatively thin back strip member includes a flexible grommet support strip which holds a pair of grommets in proper position to respectively align with the pair of holes in the collar. The grommet support strip properly positions and holds the grommets within the respective collar holes. The grommets are positioned on the grommet support strip to respectively align with the receptacle ...

Confining animal training device and methods of use

An animal training device that can be used to confine an animal during training, as well as methods for its use, is described. Embodiments of the present invention comprise a marginally unstable base that makes the device prone to rocking or toppling when physically disturbed by the movement of an animal in the device. Animals usually find the rocking or toppling unpleasant. An advantage of the animal training device is that an animal receives negative feedback from its undesirable behavior (excessive movement in or straining against the device) in the absence of disciplinary action by a human trainer. Additional advantages of the confining animal training device include, but are not limited to, reducing physical stress on a human trainer and decreasing the time required to train an animal.

Pet repelling mat

Described is a pet-repellent device for correcting undesirable pet behaviors that are associated with a particular location by restraining a pet from approaching a predefined location of restriction, which corresponds to the particular location of issue. The location of restriction, for practical purposes, is defined by a mat. A receiver that is carried by a pet administers a deterrent to the pet when the pet approaches the mat. Because the predefined location of restriction is defined by a portable mat, the predefined location of restriction is easily relocated in accordance with changing undesired pet behaviors that are associated with a particular location.

ANIMAL TRAINING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TRAINING ANIMALS NOT TO PULL EXCESSIVELY ON LEADS

Systems and methods for training animals not to pull excessively on leads. Some systems include a tension detector, a first stimulator adapted to emit a first stimulus, a second stimulator adapted to emit a second stimulus that is different than the first stimulus, and a controller adapted to actuate the emission of the first stimulus in response to the tension in the lead exceeding a predetermined force and to actuate the emission of the second stimulus in response to the tension in the lead exceeding the predetermined force for a predetermined length of time. Some methods include detecting that a tension in the lead exceeds a predetermined force, automatically emitting the first stimulus, and if the tension in the lead exceeds the predetermined force for a predetermined length of time, automatically emitting the second stimulus.

Animal collar

An electronic animal collar designed to reduce the load applied to the animal's neck by one or more stimulating electrodes or sensors that extend from or through an inside surface of the collar housing into the skin of the animal during use, and to permit the collar to be securely fastened to the neck of the animal without risk of causing discomfort or damage to the skin of the animal due to pressure from the stimulating electrodes. The inside surface of the collar housing has one or more high point surfaces that are raised to extend the inside surface above the base of the stimulating electrodes or sensors toward the animal during use so as to increase contact between the inside surface and the animal's skin and to thereby relieve and distribute the load caused by collar tension around the animal's neck over a larger contact friction area. A connecting strap for connecting the electronic collar to the animal includes a stretchable insert to ensure good electrode/skin contact and provide ...

Animal training apparatus and control method thereof

A spray deterrent application type animal training apparatus and its control method is disclosed. The apparatus affixed to the collar of a dog provides a vibration stimulus, stimulus to olfactory sense and visual sense. The transparent spray deterrent reservoir case of the apparatus allows a trainer or an animal owner to simply identify level of spray substance. A light emitting diode (LED) is secured to the vicinity of a spraying nozzle of the spray unit and indicates a spray path by flashing a light on the spray path. Also, an animal is trained using stronger stimulus for a rapid learning at the beginning of training and is warned against an undesired behavior of an animal using light stimulus after being well trained.

UNIVERSAL STIMULATION CONNECTION TEST APPARATUS FOR ANIMAL ELECTRONIC COLLARS

An animal behavior modification system includes: an animal behavior modification assembly configured for modifying a behavior of an animal, the animal behavior modification assembly including: a collar device configured for being worn by the animal; a stimulation apparatus attached to the collar device, the stimulation apparatus including a plurality of electrodes configured for providing an electrical stimulation to the animal; and a stimulation connection test apparatus attached to the collar device and electrically coupled with the stimulation apparatus and configured for determining whether the plurality of electrodes are adequately electrically coupled with the animal, the stimulation connection test apparatus being spaced apart from the stimulation apparatus.

Device for establishment of contact and/or contact holding between dog owner and dog held in e.g. home, has transmitter and receiver utilized for processing and/or rendition of voice signals for contact between pet owner and domestic animal

The device has a transmitter (5) provided with a microphone, and a receiver (4) provided with a loudspeaker. The transmitter and the receiver are designed for processing and/or rendition of voice signals for contact between a pet owner i.e. dog owner (2), and a domestic animal i.e. dog (1). The receiver is provided with a retention unit for attachment in proximity of an ear of the animal. The receiver is impermeable for water and humidity. An independent claim is also included for a method for establishment of contact and/or for contact holding between a pet owner and animal.

Mobile telephone for e.g. dog or cat for automatic call reception has small loudspeaker for sound signals, flashing lights that automatically flash when call received, is equipped for GPS location

The device has no keyboard or display, is only designed for automatic call reception and has a small loudspeaker for sound signals, flashing lights that automatically flash when a call is received and is equipped for GPS location. The device is small and light, water splash protected and can be securely attached to an animal's collar with a special protective pouch.

Improvements in pet and animal location tracking device systems

The present invention is directed to a pet or animal location tracking device having a receiver and/or transmitter chip inserted into an animal’s skin, which uses global or country provided satellite or beacon systems such as Galileo, BeiDou/ Compass, IRNSS (Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System) and QZSS (Quasi-Zenith Satellite System). The systems each provide means for the chip transmitter and/or receiver to send a location position from the pet to a hand held device, such as a smart phone or tablet to optionally show on a web based map where the pet or animal is located, to enable it to be rescued or monitored.

Animal training apparatus

Animal training apparatus 10 including a trigger arrangement 38 including a fluid pump (40, fig 9) having a pump actuator (42, fig 9), the pump including an inlet and an outlet and a sound emitter (48, fig 9) configured to be actuated by the pump actuator, wherein actuation of the pump pumps fluid from the inlet to the outlet accompanied by a simultaneous emission of sound from the sound emitter. The apparatus further comprises a reservoir assembly 24 for containing the fluid to be pumped and a delivery assembly 14 including a nozzle for delivery the fluid to the mouth of an animal. The reservoir assembly includes at least two bladders 26 for containing fluid situated on either side of the animals back. The apparatus can be connected to a bridle or the like. The apparatus is used as part of a positive reinforcement training programme in which the animal to be trained associates the noise of a clicker with the administration of a fluid reward.

A Pet Presence Alert Systems

Leash training and a method of using the same to train a domesticated animal

Animal interactive toy

CIRCUIT AND PROCEDURE FOR EXAMINING IMPEDANCE OF ELECTRODES AND FOR THE CONTROLLING OF THE INTENSITY OF AN ELECTRICAL STIMULUS

Receiver collar

A system for delivering pain without causing physiological damage

Device for limiting the movement of a four-legged animal

A dog harness (2) with back piece (2.1), a pair of neck straps (2.2) arranged on each side of the neck (5) and to a common point, a neck fastening (7). Furthermore, a pair of chest straps (2.3), one behind each foreleg, a pair of back straps (2.5), one immediately in front of each hind leg, chest straps (2.3) pass into a tubular guide (2.4). Behind the back straps (2.5), on each side of the back piece (2.1), a pulley (8) is arranged via an elastic cord means (8.1). A band (9) is arranged on each side of the dog's (1) hind legs just above the knee joint. A cord (11) is fastened to the band (9) on the dog's (1 ) left hind leg, runs via the left-hand pulley (8) into the tubular guide (2.4) and up to a sheave (10). From the sheave (10) the cord (11) then runs on via the tubular guide (2.4) and on the right side of the dog (1) via the right-hand pulley (8) and rearward to the band (9) on the right hind leg. The sheave (10) is operated by an electric motor (10.1) or spring. A wireless slave unit ...

System and method for surveillance of animals

Gesture-Based Animal Trainer

A gesture-based animal trainer is provided. The gesture-based animal trainer is configured to be used by a person that provides gesture commands to an animal. As used herein, the term “gesture commands” refers to gestures that are each associated with a respective animal training command, wherein a gesture is defined as a selected group of movements performed by a person. The gesture-based animal trainer detects whether the person performs a gesture command and provides a stimulus to the animal in accordance with the gesture command. Upon the animal associating the respective stimulus with the gesture command, the gesture-based animal trainer allows the animal to receive the gesture command regardless of whether the person is within the animal's line of sight.

Pet Walk, Pet Tunes

The invention provides a pet music system for providing music and sound effects to pets for influencing, modifying and controlling their mood and behavior. The pet music system of the present invention comprises a portable, lightweight music player, such as an MP3 player, for example, removably attached to the collar of a pet or the halter of a large animal. The music player also incorporates at least one speaker, and a plurality of control buttons for selectively playing a song or sound effect. A pet tunes CD is pre-recorded with a variety of recordings and is transferable to the music player

Domestic Animal Telephone

A phone for pets and pet owners is taught which allows the owner to call the house and “talk” to the pet. The owner can then see a video image of the pet in front of the pet phone to verify presence and happiness. The device can also present the owner's scent to the pet and deliver treats on remote command. In some embodiments, the pet can initiate the phone call.

REMOTE ANIMAL TRAINING SYSTEM USING VOLTAGE-TO-FREQUENCY CONVERSION

An animal training device and system which uses a voltage to frequency conversion technology (VFC) providing the capability to adjust in gradual incremental levels upward and downward for consistent and individual electronic control of separate output to an animal undergoing training to learn new behaviors which are desired by its owner/handler/trainer. The device is contained in a housing which is worn around the neck of an animal by means of a collar strap or attached to a harness that properly fits onto an animal. The primary use is with dogs, but all kinds of domestic animals may be trained using this device. This VFC technology is offered in a variety of electronic platforms. Whether one-way or two-way remote controller with manual activation by the user, automatic activation by remote sensor detectors, or automatically activated by an on-board microprocessor circuitry sensing the animals own actions, either or all device outputs allow the animal's caretaker the unique capability to select an appropriate level of one of a variety of cue signals at a given moment allowing the animal not to be overwhelmed or to cause any over-reactions. 1. A remote controller held by a user to remotely control a training device worn by an animal to be trained by radio frequency (RF) communication , the remote controller comprising:a stimulation mode selection button for selecting a kind and mode of stimuli to be applied to the animal, the stimuli including at least an electrical impulse stimulation;a volume control for setting the level of stimulation to be applied to the animal, the volume control including a three-terminal potentiometer;a RF communication circuitry for transmitting signals including the kind and mode of stimuli and the level of stimulation to the training device through a transmitting antenna; anda microprocessor for processing the signals and controlling the RF communication circuitry,wherein the stimulation mode selection button includes a button capable of ...

REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING A REMOTE ANIMAL COLLAR

A remote control system is disclosed for controlling a remote animal collar of the type which includes one or more electrodes or sensors which protrude from the inside surface of the collar for contacting the neck of the animal and electronic devices located within the body of the collar to receive electronic control signals or sensor input and to generate a stimulus, which is transmitted to the animal through the electrodes or by a speaker or other devices on the collar. The remote control system uses a master and slave remote transmitter combination. 1. A method of controlling a remote animal collar , the remote animal collar comprising one or more stimulation devices for providing a stimulation to an animal and animal collar receiver circuits receiving master control signals for controlling the stimulation devices , the method comprising the steps of:activating a slave transmitter having slave transmitter circuits thereby causing said slave transmitter circuits to transmit slave control signals to a master transmitter;wherein said master transmitter has master receiver circuits and master transmitter circuits;wherein said slave control signals correspond to at least one of a selected type, a selected level, and a selected duration of the stimulation;and wherein said master receiver circuits receive said slave control signals from said slave transmitter and said master transmitter circuits transmit the master control signals to the remote animal collar for controlling the stimulation devices, the master control signals corresponding to said at least one of said selected type, said selected level and said selected duration of the stimulation in accordance with said slave control signals.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the master transmitter has a transmission range that is longer than the transmission range of the slave transmitter.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the master transmitter has a transmission range of up to about one mile.4. The method of claim 2 ...

Docking System and Apparatus to Track and Stimulate an Animal

A system and apparatus to track and control an animal, including a tracking unit to track the animal, and a stimulus unit to provide a stimulus to the animal, wherein the tracking unit and stimulus unit are configured to be removably coupled together, and the tracking unit and/or stimulus unit communicate with a common control device.

System for Detecting Information Regarding an Animal and Communicating the Information to a Remote Location

An animal data communication system, including a rover unit to be carried by an animal, an animal accessory device to interact with the rover unit and/or animal, at least one detector to detect an occurrence of an action engaged in by the animal, and to generate a signal indicative of a detected action, a processing unit to generate animal data identifying the detected action based on the generated signal, and a communication unit disposed on at least one of the rover unit and the animal accessory device to transmit the animal data over a network in response to an occurrence of one or more particular conditions associated with the detected action. 1. An animal data communication system , comprising:a rover unit to be carried by an animal;an animal accessory device to interact with the rover unit and/or animal;at least one detector to detect an occurrence of an action engaged in by the animal, and to generate a signal indicative of a detected action;a processing unit to generate animal data identifying the detected action based on the generated signal; anda communication unit disposed on at least one of the rover unit and the animal accessory device to transmit the animal data over a network in response to an occurrence of one or more particular conditions associated with the detected action.2. The animal data communication system of claim 1 , further comprising a remote device operable by a user to communicate with the network and to access the animal data over the network.3. The animal data communication system of claim 2 , wherein the remote device and the communication unit are configured to facilitate two-way communication between the communication unit and the remote device such that the communication unit transmits the animal data over the network only when requested to do so by the remote device.4. The animal data communication system of claim 2 , wherein the remote device includes a control unit to receive control signals from the user claim 2 , and to ...

Hand controller for electronic trainer

A controller of a training system is disclosed. In at least one embodiment of the invention, a controller defines an inner curved surface and includes a strap or clip so that the controller may be worn by the user comfortably and securely on either the backside of the hand, on the fingers, in the palm of the hand, on a wrist, arm or leg. The controller includes programmable control elements that allow a user to specify what functions are activated on a trainer by selection or depression of the control elements. In one embodiment, the controller may be programmed via a remote computing unit such as a computer or a smart phone. Alternatively, the controller can be programmed manually.

HAND CONTROLLER AND SMART PHONE SYSTEM FOR ELECTRONIC TRAINER

A controller of a training system is disclosed. In at least one embodiment of the invention, a controller defines an inner curved surface and includes a strap or clip so that the controller may be worn by the user comfortably and securely on either the backside of the hand, on the fingers, in the palm of the hand, on a wrist, arm or leg. The controller includes programmable control elements that allow a user to specify what functions are activated on a trainer by selection or depression of the control elements. In one embodiment, the controller may be programmed via a remote computing unit such as a computer or a smart phone. Alternatively, the controller can be programmed manually. 1. A training system , comprising: a stimulation unit configured to be worn by an animal; and', 'a receiver coupled to the stimulation unit wherein the receiver is configured to receive control/training commands;, 'a trainer that further comprises a casing that includes a plurality of control elements for selecting control commands that are to be transmitted to a trainer wherein the control elements comprise any one of buttons, dials and knobs;', 'an antenna for communicating with the trainer;', 'control circuitry for generating control commands based upon the selected control commands; and, 'a controller operable to communicate with the receiver of the trainer, wherein the controller further includes display user selectable functions;', 'display control elements to which selected functions may be assigned;', 'prompt the user to make a selection of the user selectable functions and a selection of a control element on the controller to which the selected function is to be assigned; and', 'communicate the user selections to the controller., 'a remote computing unit, wherein the remote computing unit is configured to2. The training system of wherein the remote computing unit further prompts the user to enter or select a parameter that is associated with the selected function.3. The training ...

Systems and methods for animal containment, training, and tracking

Systems for containing, training, and tracking animals (e.g., pets) utilize electronic animal tags or collars, including IR reception and two-way RF communication. An aimable IR directional zone defining unit includes selectable different modes of operation relative to an animal collar or tag. A RF base station arranged to communicat with an animal collar or tag includes is arranged to automaticlaly communicate with at least one terminal responsive to a receipt of a RF signal indicative of at least one of: condition of the animal, behavior of the animal, and proximity of the animal to the base station. The base station may further generate a user-perceptible alarm signal. A handheld remote controller adapted to communicate with the electronic animal collar or tag includes memory for digital media files, and an audio output element to deliver audible animal training instructions from the memory element.

Systems and Methods of Desensitizing an Animal to Anxiety-Inducing Events

Systems and methods of desensitizing an animal to an anxiety inducing event, including an output unit to communicate with a media player to output a conditioning media signal and an anxiety inducing media signal, a conditioning element dispenser to dispense a conditioning element, a detector to determine when an animal has taken the conditioning element, and a control module to selectively control operation of the output unit and the conditioning element dispenser to cause the conditioning element dispenser to dispense a first conditioning element in association with the media player outputting the conditioning media signal. The output unit can cause the media player to output the anxiety inducing media signal in association with the conditioning media signal, and the control unit can cause the conditioning element dispenser to dispense a second conditioning element from the conditioning element dispenser in association with the anxiety inducing media signal.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COGNITIVE ENRICHMENT OF AN ANIMAL

A system and method for cognitive enrichment of an animal. At least one display device is configured to display stimuli to an animal. At least one input device is configured to accept input from the animal. At least one reward dispenser is configured to dispense a reward to the animal. At least one processor is communicatively coupled with the at least one display device, the at least one input device, and the at least one reward dispenser. Execution of computer-readable instructions causes the at least one processor to carry out steps including displaying one or more stimuli to the animal using the at least one display device, accepting an input from the animal corresponding to at least one of the one or more stimuli, making a dispensing decision based on the input, and dispensing a reward using the at least one reward dispenser based on the dispensing decision. 1. A method for cognitive enrichment of a domesticated animal comprising:providing at least one display device and said at least one input device in a touch-screen display capable of displaying images on a screen and accepting touch input on said screen;displaying one or more stimuli to an animal using at least one display device;accepting an input from said animal corresponding to one or more stimuli;making a dispensing decision based on said input; anddispensing a reward using at least one reward dispenser based on said dispensing decision.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one of said at least one display device claim 1 , said at least one input device claim 1 , and said at least one reward dispenser is communicatively coupled with at least one processor.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said at least one reward dispenser comprises a plurality of food chambers configured to store a plurality of food types claim 1 , wherein said at least one reward dispenser is configured to dispense at least one selected food from at least one of said plurality of food chambers.4. The method of claim 3 , ...

Image-Based Animal Control Systems and Methods

Systems and methods of tracking an object within the field of view of an image sensing device. The system can include an animal control system having an image sensing system to determine a location of a pet within a field of view of the image sensing device, a controller to define a pet containment border within the field of view and to compare the location of the pet relative to the defined border, and a transmitter to transmit a stimulation signal to the pet to encourage or discourage the pet from crossing the border based on the comparison. 1. An animal control system , comprising:a camera system to visualize a location of an animal within a field of view of the camera system;a controller to define a border within the field of view and to compare the location of the animal relative to the defined border; anda transmitter to transmit a stimulation signal to the animal to dissuade the animal from crossing the border based on the comparison.2. The animal control system of claim 1 , further comprising:a user interface to enable a user to define the border.3. The animal control system of claim 1 , wherein the controller includes an object recognition unit to recognize an object within the field of view such that the controller defines the border based on a location of the object.4. The animal control system of claim 1 , wherein the controller controls the transmitter to selectively change a characteristic of the stimulation signal based on a distance of the animal from the border.5. The animal control system of claim 1 , wherein the animal control system is connected to a network claim 1 , and the stimulation signal is transmitted to the animal based on a user input via the network as the user views the animal over the network.6. The animal control system of claim 1 , further comprising:a beacon device carried by the animal to transmit a tracking signal to the camera system and to receive the stimulation signal to deliver a stimulus to the animal.7. The animal control ...

Remotely Activated Reward Dispenser

A remotely activated reward dispenser. The remote dispenser delivers consumable rewards in response to a trigger signal from a remote triggering device. The reward dispenser uses a two stage delivery system to prevent unintentional release of the consumable reward. A vibration stage moves a portion of the consumable reward from a reservoir to a staging platform without crushing the consumable reward. The second stage transfers the consumable reward from the staging platform to an area accessible by the animal. A vibration damping system reduces the noise generated by the reward dispenser. An adjustable transition varies the feed rate for the consumable reward. 1. A reward dispenser operable from a remotely located transmitter for use in training an animal , the reward dispenser comprising:a housing;a reservoir for holding a consumable reward, the reservoir defining a transfer portal and a sloped path funneling pieces of the consumable reward toward the transfer portal;a staging table carried by the housing, the staging table receiving the pieces of the consumable reward passing through the transfer portal, the staging table comprising a floor defining a release portal;a ramp having a first end positioned below the transfer portal and a second end terminating above the floor of the staging table and lower than the first end;a vibration generator in physical communication with the staging table;a door selectively blocking passage through the release portal, the door moveable between an open position and a closed position;a door actuator connected to the door, the door actuator selectively moving the door between the open position and the closed position;a receiver responsive to a trigger signal from the remotely located transmitter; anda controller in communication with the receiver, the controller activating the vibration generator and the door actuator.2. The reward dispenser of characterized in that the reservoir is selectively securable to the housing.3. The ...

ANIMAL TRAINING DEVICE AND METHODS THEREFOR

In accordance with the present invention, a training device is provided for training animals to perform or refrain from performing a target activity. The training device includes a reward dispenser that is capable of dispensing a reward to an animal being trained upon receiving a reward dispensing command. The reward dispensing command includes a hopper for holding a quantity of rewards. The hopper includes an entrance port for receiving rewards and an exit port through which rewards can be dispensed. The reward dispenser also includes a delivery assembly for controllably delivering rewards from the hopper to the exit port, the delivery members being placeable in contact with the rewards to be delivered. A motor member is provided that is capable of maintaining the delivery members in a static position to prevent the delivery of a reward, and moving the delivery member to deliver at least one reward to the exit port. The delivery member includes at least one bristle-containing member. A controller is provided that is capable of receiving a command and actuating the motor upon receipt of the command to move the delivery member to thereby dispense a reward to the exit port. 1. An animal training device for training and enrichment of animals to perform or refrain from performing a target activity comprisinga reward dispenser capable of dispensing a reward to an animal being trained upon receiving a reward dispensing command, the reward dispenser includinga hopper for holding a quantity of rewards, the hopper including an entrance port for receiving rewards and an exit port through which rewards can be dispensed, anda delivery assembly for controllably delivering rewards from the hopper to the exit port, the delivery assembly including movable delivery members, placeable in contact with rewards to be delivered, a motor member capable of maintaining the delivery members in a static position to prevent the delivery of a reward, and moving the delivery member to deliver at ...

AUTOMATED SCENT TRAINING

An automated scent training wheel for training animals to detect and respond to target scents. The automated scent training wheel comprises a rotatable carousel and a plurality of scent receptacles coupled to the rotatable carousel, where the scent receptacles are each configured to hold scent source material therein. The automated scent training wheel also comprises a plurality of sensing systems each disposed at one of the plurality of scent receptacles, wherein each sensing system is configured to automatically detect investigation of the associated scent receptacle by an animal. 1. An automated scent training wheel for training animals to detect and respond to target scents , comprising:a rotatable carousel;a plurality of scent receptacles coupled to the rotatable carousel, wherein the scent receptacles are each configured to hold scent source material therein; anda plurality of sensing systems each disposed at one of the plurality of scent receptacles, wherein each sensing system is configured to automatically detect investigation of the associated scent receptacle by an animal.2. The automated scent training wheel of claim 1 , further comprising:a control system configured to receive one or more signals from one or more of the sensor systems and, based on information in the one or more signals, to automatically initiate rotation of the rotatable carousel in response to a determination that the animal has investigated a selected scent receptacle.3. The automated scent training wheel of claim 2 , wherein the control system is configured to initiate at least one of random or pseudo-random rotation of the rotatable carousel.4. The automated scent training wheel of claim 1 , further comprising:a control system configured to receive one or more signals from one or more of the sensor systems and, based on information in the one or more signals, to automatically transmit one or more commands to a remote reward dispenser, wherein the one or more commands are configured ...

Mobile Object Avoiding Mobile Platform

A mobile device comprises a platform, a motion drive, and a spatial profiling device. The motion drive is configured to propel the platform according to navigation instructions. The spatial profiling device is configured to capture a spatial profile of a motion area. A spatial profile is received from the spatial profiling device. A mobile object is located employing the spatial profile. A movement is planned for the mobile device between a first location and a second location in the motion area. The movement is configured to avoid the mobile object. The movement is communicated as navigation instructions to the motion drive. 1. A mobile device , comprising:a platform;a motion drive configured to propel the platform according to navigation instructions;a spatial profiling device configured to capture a spatial profile of a motion area;one or more processors; and receive a spatial profile from the spatial profiling device;', 'locate a mobile object employing the spatial profile;', 'locate the mobile device;', 'plan a movement for the mobile device between a first location and a second location in the motion area, the movement configured to avoid the mobile object; and', 'communicate the movement as navigation instructions to the motion drive., 'memory storing processing instructions that, when executed, cause the mobile device to2. The mobile device according to claim 1 , further comprising an inertial measurement device.3. The mobile device according to claim 2 , wherein the processing instructions claim 2 , when executed claim 2 , further cause the mobile device to determine claim 2 , employing the inertial measurement device claim 2 , the orientation of mobile device.4. The mobile device according to claim 1 , wherein the motion drive is configured to propel the platform in a flipped orientation.5. The mobile device according to claim 1 , further comprising a tail.6. The mobile device according to claim 1 , further comprising a stability nub.7. The mobile device ...

Mobile Telephone Dog Training Tool and Method

A mobile telephone adapts to use as a gundog training tool by interfacing with a dog collar using a wireless communication device, such as a WWAN text or IP interface, a WLAN interface or a radio transceiver that couples to the mobile telephone and is accessible to a training application running on the mobile telephone. The dog collar includes a GPS receiver to provide position information to the mobile telephone and a shock device to provide training stimulus to the dog. A wireless headset interfaces with the mobile telephone to provide audible indications of position to an end user, such as a dog point and tone indicators of directions to the dog. A wireless handset interfaces with the mobile telephone to accept inputs for application to the collar, such as training stimulus.

SYSTEM FOR RESTRAINING MOUSE

A system, of the present invention, for restraining a mouse includes: at least one home cage (); a passage () through which the mouse () moves, the passage () having at least one first open end (); and a restraining device () which restrains the mouse by physically fixing the mouse (), the at least one first open end of the passage () being connected to the at least one home cage (), the restraining device () being provided at a location on the passage () which location is different from the at least one first open end () of the passage (). 1. A system for restraining a mouse , comprising:at least one home cage for keeping the mouse therein;a passage through which the mouse moves, the passage having at least one first open end; anda restraining device which restrains the mouse by physically fixing the mouse,the at least one first open end of the passage being connected to the at least one home cage,the restraining device being provided at a location on the passage which location is different from the at least one first open end of the passage.2. The system as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the restraining device restrains the mouse by physically fixing a head plate with which the head of the mouse is equipped.3. The system as forth in claim 2 , further comprising a guide section which guides the head plate claim 2 , the guide section being provided to the passage and having a part inclined upward or downward as extending toward the restraining device.4. The system as set forth in claim 1 , wherein: the passage has a second open end which is different from the at least one first open end; and the restraining device is provided on a second-open-end side of the passage.5. The system as set forth in claim 1 , further comprising a door which can be opened and closed claim 1 , the door dividing an inner space of the passage into a first-open-end-side space and a restraining-device-side space in a case where the door is closed.6. The system as set forth in claim 1 , ...

Mobile Telephone Dog Training Tool and Method

A mobile telephone adapts to use as a gundog training tool by interfacing with a dog collar using a wireless communication device, such as a WWAN text or IP interface, a WLAN interface or a radio transceiver that couples to the mobile telephone and is accessible to a training application running on the mobile telephone. The dog collar includes a GPS receiver to provide position information to the mobile telephone and a shock device to provide training stimulus to the dog. A wireless headset interfaces with the mobile telephone to provide audible indications of position to an end user, such as a dog point and tone indicators of directions to the dog. A wireless handset interfaces with the mobile telephone to accept inputs for application to the collar, such as training stimulus. 120-. (canceled)21. A dog training tool comprising:a mobile computing device having a display and a WPAN interface;a collar adapted to couple to a dog, the collar having a GPS receiver and a wireless communication module operable to communicate GPS positions of the GPS receiver by a wireless radio signal;an adapter having a WPAN interface operable to communicate with the mobile computing device WPAN interface and a wireless communication module operable to communicate with the wireless radio signal; anda training application stored in memory of the mobile computing device and operable to execute on a processor of the mobile computing device, the training application operable to retrieve the GPS positions from the adapter through the WPAN interface and to present the GPS positions at a display of the mobile computing device;wherein the training application configures the collar to transmit GPS positions in a first manner and a second manner, the second manner automatically applied instead of the first manner based upon one or more predetermined conditions.22. The dog training tool of wherein the first manner comprises a wireless radio signal from the collar to the adapter and a WPAN interface ...

Remote Canine Training Device

A remote canine training devices includes: a speaker including a speaker controller and an antennas in electronic communication with the speaker controller; a remote including a controller, one or more memory modules in electronic communication with the controller, an antenna in electronic communication with the controller, a user input module in electronic communication with the controller for receiving handler commands, and computer readable instructions stored on the one or more memory modules and executable by the controller to transmit a command to the collar based on user input received on the user input module. When a user input is received on the user input module, the remote transmits a command stored on the one or more memory modules to the speaker and the speaker emits an audible command adjacent a canine wearing the speaker corresponding to the user input received on the remote. 1. A remote canine training device comprising:a speaker including a speaker controller and an antennas in electronic communication with the speaker controller; a controller;', 'one or more memory modules in electronic communication with the controller;', 'an antenna in electronic communication with the controller;', 'a user input module in electronic communication with the controller for receiving handler commands; and', 'computer readable instructions stored on the one or more memory modules and executable by the controller to transmit a command to the collar based on user input received on the user input module;, 'a remote includingwherein when a user input is received on the user input module, the remote transmits a command stored on the one or more memory modules to the speaker and the speaker emits an audible command adjacent a canine wearing the speaker corresponding to the user input received on the remote.2. The remote canine training device of claim 1 , the remote further comprising a light emission device in electronic communication with the controller claim 1 , wherein ...

ANIMAL TRAINING SYSTEM

A base of an animal training includes a dispenser that comprises a storage compartment configured to store rewards and to dispense rewards, a base signaling module configured to generate a reward signal, and a base wireless module configured to receive a dispense signal. A first target is detached from the base at a first target location at a first fixed distance from the base. The first target comprises a first target signaling module, a first sensor, and a first target wireless module. A second target is disposed at a second location, wherein the second location is a fixed distance from the base and comprises a second target signaling module, a second sensor, and a second target wireless module. The base further comprises a system configuration module, the system configuration module configured to access and modify configuration information of the dispenser, the first target, and the second target. 1. A system for training an animal , comprising:a base comprising a dispenser;wherein the dispenser comprises a storage compartment configured to store rewards and to dispense rewards, a base signaling module configured to generate a reward signal, and a base wireless module configured to receive a dispense signal;a first target detached from the base at a first target location, wherein the first target location is a first fixed distance from the base;wherein the first target comprises a first target signaling module, a first sensor, and a first target wireless module;a second target detached from the base at a second target location, wherein the second target location is a second fixed distance from the base;wherein the second target comprises a second target signaling module, a second sensor, and a second target wireless module;wherein the base further comprises a system configuration module, the system configuration module configured to access and modify configuration information of the dispenser, the first target, and the second target;wherein the system ...

System and Method for Treating Pets

A system and method for treating pets, the system comprising: a content provider to provide video and audio content adapted for treating a pet; a video and audio output device for playing the video and audio content; and a feedback interface for providing indications to the content provider about behavior of the pet, wherein the content provider is to adapt the provided content according to the received indications. The method comprising playing video and audio content by a video and audio out-put device, the content comprising: an image adapted for treating a pet; and a sound adapted for treating a pet; receiving indications about behavior of the pet; and adapting the played content according to the received indications. 1. A system for treating pets , the system comprising:a content provider to provide video and audio content adapted for treating a pet;a video and audio output device for playing the video and audio content, wherein a frequency in which the audio content is being played is a frequency associated with solfeggio frequencies.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the frequency associated with solfeggio frequencies is at least one of 396 Hz claim 1 , 417 Hz claim 1 , 639 Hz claim 1 , 741 Hz and 852 Hz.3. The system according to claim 1 , further comprising an aromatization device to release scents according to instructions embedded in the provided content.4. The system according to claim 2 , wherein the aromatization device comprises a controller and a cartridge case of various scent cartridges claim 2 , the controller controls the aromatization device to activate a suitable scent cartridge according to the embedded instructions.5. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the video content comprises color correction processing adapting the colors to the vision abilities of the pet.6. The system according to claim 5 , wherein said color correction processing comprises enhanced color wavelengths of at least one of around 430 nm and around 550 nm.7 ...

PET MONITORING AND RECOMMENDATION SYSTEM

A pet monitoring system includes a pet activity server having a pet database defining preliminary schedule for a variety of pets. A pet owner can obtain the preliminary schedule via an owner device and customize configuration settings for one or more pet devices based on the preliminary schedule and one or more modifications made thereto by the owner. The modifications may be based on modifications made to the preliminary schedule by additional owners and stored within the pet activity server within a community database. In certain aspects, the pet devices may automatically control one another based on the pet's interaction with a given device. 1. A pet monitoring system , comprising:a pet activity server including a pet database defining preliminary schedule for a variety of pets;an owner device in communication with the pet activity server, the owner device running a pet application, the preliminary schedule for a specific pet of the variety of pets accessible by the pet application and modifiable based on owner modifications obtained at the owner device via interaction by the owner with the pet application; and, one of the plurality of pet devices being a pet feeder including configuration settings, the configuration settings based on the preliminary schedule and the owner modifications,', 'another of the plurality of pet devices including a scale,', 'wherein data captured by the scale is used by the pet monitoring system to modify the configuration settings of the pet feeder., 'a plurality of pet devices,'}2. The pet monitoring system of claim 1 , the pet activity server including a product database defining a plurality of products usable by the pet feeder.3. The pet monitoring system of claim 1 , the pet activity server including a community database defining additional modifications made to the preliminary schedule by additional owners.4. The pet monitoring system of claim 1 , the owner device including a processor and memory operating via an Android or iOS ...

Adaptive Learning System for Animals

In one embodiment, a gaming system may allow pets to engage in games, exercises, training, and other activities with little to no human oversight. A pet may initiate game play by triggering a motion sensor or visual detection sensor, for example, and may progress through levels based on its completion of tasks. Humans may also initiate game play, record, and watch a pet's game play remotely, and receive notifications through various multimedia formats. Adaptive Learning System for Animals may include a console that is physically separate from and compatible with third-party products such controllers, pet toys, and reward dispensing units.

INTEGRATED TRAINING COLLAR AND METHOD OF USE

Disclosed is an animal training device and method of use. The training device has a housing in communication with a collar. The housing has a clock spring rotatably engaged about a central axis of the housing. A handle provides a user point of contact. a locking mechanism with a plunger and a plunger tube, wherein the plunger extends into the plunger tube. A tether having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is attached to the central axis, wherein the second end is attached to the handle, and wherein the second end of the tether passes through the locking mechanism and the length of the tether is adjustable as controlled by the locking mechanism. The method comprises use of the training device in creating control and allowing for rapid adjustment of the tether length to correspond to reactions of the animal's response to the commands. 1. An animal training device comprising: 'i. a clock spring rotatably engaged about a central axis of the housing', 'a. a housing in communication with a collar comprising'}b. a handle;c. a locking mechanism having a plunger and a plunger tube, wherein the plunger extends into the plunger tube; andd. a tether having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is attached to the central axis, wherein the second end is attached to the handle, and wherein the second end of the tether passes through the locking mechanism,wherein the tether has a length measured from the housing to the handle, wherein the length of the tether is adjustable, wherein the locking mechanism adjusts the length of the tether.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the plunger has an opening extending therethrough claim 1 , wherein the plunger tube has an identical opening extending threrthrough claim 1 , wherein the plunger opening and the plunger tube opening align as the plunger is slidably inserted into the plunger tube claim 1 , and wherein the tether passes through the opening of the plunger and the opening of the plunger tube when they ...

BOUNDARY CONTROL DEVICE, BOUNDARY CONTROL SYSTEM, AND METHOD OF CONDITIONING THE BEHAVIOR OF ANIMALS

A boundary control device, a boundary control system, and a method of conditioning the behavior of animals are provided. The boundary control device includes a base member configured to be positioned adjacent a boundary, a sound emitter coupled to the base member and configured to emit a sound upon activation, a light emitter coupled to the base member and configured to emit a light upon activation, and a boundary sensor coupled to the base member and configured to sense an object disposed adjacent the boundary. The sound emitter and the light emitter are activated upon sensing of the object by the boundary sensor. 1. A boundary control device comprising:a base member configured to be positioned adjacent a boundary;a sound emitter coupled to the base member and configured to emit a sound upon activation;a light emitter coupled to the base member and configured to emit a light upon activation; anda boundary sensor coupled to the base member and configured to sense an object disposed adjacent the boundary, wherein the sound emitter and the light emitter are activated upon sensing of the object by the boundary sensor.2. The boundary control device of claim 1 , further comprising at least one power storage member to store power for the boundary control device.3. The boundary control device of claim 1 , further comprising a power generator configured to supply power to the boundary control device.4. The boundary control device of claim 1 , wherein the sound includes a predatory animal sound.5. The boundary control device of claim 1 , wherein the light includes a high intensity strobing light.6. The boundary control device of claim 1 , wherein the base member includes a post such that the sound emitter claim 1 , the light emitter claim 1 , and the boundary sensor are coupled to the post in a vertically extending array.7. The boundary control device of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the sound emitter claim 1 , the light emitter claim 1 , and the boundary sensor includes ...

Interactive Unit

The disclosure generally pertains to an interactive unit (IU) comprising a housing and a container. The IU can operate with at least one device enabling network connectivity. An end user device can connect to the IU to activate voice and/or video, and interact with the IU. A user can use the end user device to control the IU to dispense a treat, food, or product from the container. In at least one embodiment, a user will use the IU to connect with an animal located at the IU in order to communicate, bond, and train the animal. 1. A device comprising: at least one channel configured to hold a first clamp, the first clamp being selectively moveable in the at least one channel;', 'a second clamp;', 'the first clamp and the second clamp being configured to accept a communications device, the communication device being operatively couplable to a network;', 'a delivery opening;, 'a housing comprisinga container affixable to the housing, the container being sized to hold at least one product; anda motor operatively couplable to the network and a power source, the motor being configured to cause the at least one product to be dispensed from the container through the delivery opening.2. A device as recites claim 1 , wherein the channel has a length of at least about ½ of an inch and at most about eighteen inches and/or the channel has a width of at least about ⅛ of an inch and at most about ¾ of an inch.3. A device as recites claim 1 , wherein the at least one channel is configured substantially vertically claim 1 , and the first clamp is configured substantially horizontally or the at least one channel is configured substantially horizontally claim 1 , and the first clamp is configured substantially vertically.4. A device as recites claim 1 , wherein the communication device includes at least one personal computing device comprising a telephone claim 1 , a smart phone claim 1 , a tablet computer claim 1 , a hybrid computer claim 1 , a docking tablet claim 1 , a two-in-one ...

REDUCE PULL LEASH APPARATUS AND METHODS

In some embodiments, a reduced-pull leash device includes a first extendible leash section and a second leash section. The second leash section is longer than the unextended first leash section. The first leash section's first end is configured to couple to or near the second leash section's first end. The first leash section's second end is configured to couple to a harness at a location on top of a dog. The second leash section's second end is configured to couple to a harness at a front location of the dog. The lengths of the first and second leash sections are configured so the first leash section extends when a dog pulls on the leash until the second leash section becomes taut. Once the second leash section becomes taut, a lateral force is generated on the dog to pull the dog laterally. Numerous other embodiments are provided. 1. A reduced-pull leash device for coupling to a leash comprising:a first leash section that is extendible, the first leash section having a length, a first end and a second end; anda second leash section, the second leash section having a length, a first end, a second end and a plurality of mounting locations;wherein the length of the second leash section is longer than the length of the first leash section while the first leash section is unextended;wherein the first end of the first leash section is configured to couple to one of the plurality of mounting locations of the second leash section;wherein the second end of the first leash section is configured to couple to a dog harness at a location on top of a dog;wherein the first end of the second leash section is configured to couple to a dog leash;wherein the second end of the second leash section is configured to couple to a dog harness at a front location of the dog;wherein the length of the first leash section and the length of the second leash section are configured so that the first leash section extends when a dog pulls on the leash until the second leash section becomes taut; ...

Intelligent Dog Training Apparatus and Control Method Thereof

Embodiments of the disclosure provide an intelligent dog training apparatus and a control method thereof. The intelligent dot training apparatus includes a transmitter and receivers. In the disclosure, a single transmitter is adopted to collectively control one or multiple receivers, achieving effective control on multiple pets at the same time. Function buttons are locked through a lock button set in the transmitter to prevent incorrect operations. The vibration frequency and electric shock strength can be optionally adjusted, thereby facilitating use. Control states and power can be observed through a display screen, achieving high practicality. 1. An intelligent dog training apparatus , comprising a transmitter and at least one receiver matched with the transmitter , wherein the transmitter and the at least one receiver are in communication connection through wireless signals;the receiver comprises a receiver shell, a receiving unit, a vibration motor, a sounding component, and a plurality of electric shock heads; the receiving unit, the vibration motor and the sounding component are mounted in the receiver shell, and the receiving unit is connected to the electric shock heads, the vibration motor, and the sounding component;the transmitter comprises a transmitter shell, and a transmitting unit and a control unit both arranged in the transmitter shell and electrically connected to each other, wherein the control unit is connected to a pairing selection button, a vibration button, a sound button, an electric shock button, and an electric shock strengthening button; in a pairing state, the pairing selection button searches for one or multiple receivers, matched with the transmitter, within an effective control range of the transmitter, and establishes a connection with the one or multiple receivers; in a selecting state, the pairing selection button selects to lock any one of the receivers that establish a connection with the transmitter to enable the receiving ...

Animal Wearable Head Mountable Display System

An animal-wearable head-mountable display (AW-HMD) device comprises a head fitting designed to fit the head of an animal, and an output subsystem coupled to or integral with the head fitting and configured to output a signal to the animal. The device can comprise an optical module configured to project images into an eye of the animal, and various other modules, such as an audio module, a tactile module and/or an olfactory module.

COMPUTER SIMULATION OF ANIMAL TRAINING SCENARIOS AND ENVIRONMENTS

A method is described herein that comprises selecting a training objective, wherein the training objective comprises an objective to teach an animal to perform a behavior in an environment. The method includes testing the animal to determine a profile. The method includes identifying an optimal training product for the animal based on the profile. The method includes identifying an optimal training protocol for the animal based on the profile. The method includes simulating an experience of teaching the animal the behavior in a virtual training environment using the optimal training product and the optimal training protocol, the simulating including one or more applications running on a computing device for providing a virtual training environment, wherein the virtual training environment mimics the environment. 1. A method comprising ,selecting a training objective, wherein the training objective comprises an objective to teach an animal to perform a behavior in an environment;testing the animal to determine a profile;identifying an optimal training product for the animal based on the profile;identifying an optimal training protocol for the animal based on the profile;simulating an experience of teaching the animal the behavior in a virtual training environment using the optimal training product and the optimal training protocol, the simulating including one or more applications running on a computing device for providing a virtual training environment, wherein the virtual training environment mimics the environment.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the animal is a dog.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the performing the behavior comprises the animal's avoidance of at least one negative behavior.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the at least one negative behavior comprises jumping upon at least one elevated area.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the at least one elevated area comprises one or more of a bed claim 4 , a couch claim 4 , a counter and a table.6. ...

URINATION DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEM FOR MALE DOG

The invention discloses a urine receiving device from a male dog and an electronic edible awards dispenser system for dogs, the urination device is practical and simple on which the male dogs urinate. The device serves as a receptor of the urine until it is emptied. The electronic system releases awards automatically to a dog that has used the urination device. This device covers the care, hygiene and practicality needs, which are important for the owner and natural needs of the dogs in order to create a harmony in living spaces between the owners and the pets. 1. A plastic resin device , manufactured in one piece which has the function of serving as an urinal for male dog , portable , practical and easy , the device comprising:a smooth runoff surface;a contention channel to receive the urine of the dog;a rigid handle integrated in the top of the device;a drain to control and direct the emptying of the urine in a specific point.2. The urination device for a male dog according to claim 1 , wherein the device is made of a plastic and very light material.3. The urination device for a male dog according to claim 1 , wherein the device has different sizes depending on the breed and size of the dog that will use it claim 1 , oscillating from 15 to 50 cm high.4. The device for a male dog according to claim 1 , wherein the design of the device occupies the minimum necessary space.5. The device for a male dog according to claim 1 , wherein the device allows to visually determine claim 1 , without touching the device claim 1 , to see that the device was used by the dog claim 1 , since the contention channel is not covered claim 1 , leaving it visible.6. The device for a male dog according to claim 1 , wherein the device has different coupling shapes to vertical surfaces.7. An electronic system awards dispenser actuated wirelessly claim 1 , automatically giving to a dog an award when the dog uses the urination device according to the claim 1 , the system comprising:a plastic ...

ANIMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A method and apparatus for coupling an animal managing device to an animal, coupling an electronic receiver to an electronic device, wherein the animal managing device adapted to be in electronic communication with the electronic receiver, receiving an electronic signal by the electronic receiver from the animal managing device are disclosed. Electronically coupling a sound emitting device to the electronic receiver, and activating the sound emitting device by means of the electronic receiver to emit at least one of an audible sound and a first ultrasonic frequency signal when the animal managing device reaches a first displacement from the electronic device are also disclosed. Other embodiments of the invention are also described. 1. An animal management system , said animal management system comprising:an animal managing device, wherein said animal managing device is adapted to be coupled to an animal;an electronic device in electronic communication with said animal managing device, said electronic device comprising:an electronic receiver, said electronic receiver adapted to receive a first electronic signal from said animal managing device; anda sound emitting device in electronic communication with said electronic receiver, said electronic receiver adapted to activate said sound emitting device to emit at least one of an audible sound and a first ultrasonic frequency signal when said animal managing device reaches a first displacement from said electronic device.2. (canceled)3. An animal management system in accordance with further comprising a control unit in electronic communication with at least one of said electronic receiver and the said sound emitting device claim 1 , said control unit adapted to activate said sound emitting device to emit at least one of the audible sound and the first ultrasonic frequency signal when said animal managing device reaches the first displacement from said electronic device.4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. An animal management ...

Mobile Telephone Dog Training Tool and Method

A mobile telephone adapts to use as a gundog training tool by interfacing with a dog collar using a wireless communication device, such as a WWAN text or IP interface, a WLAN interface or a radio transceiver that couples to the mobile telephone and is accessible to a training application running on the mobile telephone. The dog collar includes a GPS receiver to provide position information to the mobile telephone and a shock device to provide training stimulus to the dog. A wireless headset interfaces with the mobile telephone to provide audible indications of position to an end user, such as a dog point and tone indicators of directions to the dog. A wireless handset interfaces with the mobile telephone to accept inputs for application to the collar, such as training stimulus. 1. A dog training tool comprising:a mobile processing device having a WPAN interface;an adapter having a WPAN interface operable to communicate with the mobile processing device WPAN interface and a wireless communication module operable to communicate with a wireless radio signal;a collar adapted to couple to a dog, the collar having a GPS receiver, a WPAN interface and a wireless communication module, the WPAN interface operable to communicate GPS positions of the GPS receiver to the mobile processing WPAN device and the wireless communication module operable to communicate GPS positions of the GPS receiver to the adapter wireless communication module with the wireless radio signal; anda training application stored in memory of the mobile processing device and operable to execute on a processor of the mobile processing device, the training application operable to retrieve the collar GPS positions from the collar by the WPAN interface and from the adapter by the WPAN interface, the adapter retrieving the collar GPS positions from the collar by the adapter wireless communication module with the wireless radio signal, the training application further operable to present the GPS positions at a ...

Mobile Telephone Dog Training Tool and Method

A mobile telephone adapts to use as a gundog training tool by interfacing with a dog collar using a wireless communication device, such as a WWAN text or IP interface, a WLAN interface or a radio transceiver that couples to the mobile telephone and is accessible to a training application running on the mobile telephone. The dog collar includes a GPS receiver to provide position information to the mobile telephone and a shock device to provide training stimulus to the dog. A wireless headset interfaces with the mobile telephone to provide audible indications of position to an end user, such as a dog point and tone indicators of directions to the dog. A wireless handset interfaces with the mobile telephone to accept inputs for application to the collar, such as training stimulus. 120-. (canceled)21. A communication device comprising:a housing;a radio disposed in the housing and communicating through wireless signals;a processor disposed in the housing and interfaced with the radio;a GPS receiver disposed in the housing and interfaced with a processor;a camera disposed in the housing and operable to capture visual images proximate the housing; andnon-transitory memory storing instructions that when executed on the processor compare position information captured by the camera with GPS position information to correct the GPS position information based upon camera position information and to send the corrected GPS position information as wireless signals from the radio.22. The communication device of wherein the visual image comprises a landmark disposed in a defined location.23. The communication device of wherein the landmark comprises a street.24. The communication device of wherein the landmark comprises a tree.25. The communication device of wherein the landmark comprises a fence.26. The communication device of wherein the landmarks comprise images captured by the camera during a walk around a boundary of the defined area.27. The communication device of wherein the ...

TRANSMITTER FOR DRIVING A PERIMETER WIRE OF AN ANIMAL MOVEMENT CONTROL SYSTEM

A transmitter for driving a perimeter wire of an animal control system, in which a collar is attached to an animal, and the collar has a signal receiver configured to receive signals outputted to the perimeter wire by the transmitter. The collar is adapted to trigger a control stimulus responsive to detecting a pre-determined signal pattern received at the signal receiver. Different collars have different pre-determined signal patterns. The transmitter has a user interface allowing the transmitter to be configured to output the pre-determined signal pattern for a particular collar. In one aspect, the transmitter monitors current in the wire and adjusts signal magnitude driving the wire and achieves more consistent stimulus activation and detects system abnormalities. Data defining patterns for the different signal types can be stored in a database and be assembled into an appropriate pattern for a particular collar by a microprocessor. 1. A transmitter for use with an electronic pet control system having a perimeter wire and a collar for securing to an animal , and comprising a signal receiver , the collar configured to apply a corrective stimulus to the animal , in response to receiving a pre-determined signal pattern , the transmitter comprising:a signal generator capable of being coupled to the perimeter wire through an amplifier having an input driven by a digital to analog converter that receives an input from the signal generator, the signal generator capable of being configured to receive an input from a user interface indicative of a selection of the pre-determined signal pattern of the collar, from a plurality of signal patterns defined in a non-transitory storage medium coupled to the signal generator.2. The transmitter of claim 1 , wherein the signal generator is further configurable to receive an input from a user interface indicative of a selection of the pre-determined signal pattern of the collar claim 1 , from a plurality of signal patterns defined ...

ANIMAL TRAINING METHOD, APPARATUS, AND SYSTEM FOR ACHIEVING HEELING BEHAVIOR

An animal training system used to train an animal includes a movement controlling device and a wearable device. The movement controlling device includes a first segment and a second segment. The first segment is coupled to a first connecting member. The second segment is coupled to a second connecting member. The wearable device includes a first attachment point and a second attachment point. The first attachment point is located at a midline position of the wearable device. The first segment is configured to detachably couple to the first attachment point via the first connecting member. The second segment is configured to detachably couple to the second attachment point via the second connecting member. 1. An animal training system comprising:a movement controlling device comprising a first segment and a second segment, wherein the first segment is coupled to a first connecting member, and wherein the second segment is coupled to a second connecting member; anda wearable device comprising a first attachment point and a second attachment point, the first attachment point located at a midline position of the wearable device, wherein the first segment is configured to detachably couple to the first attachment point via the first connecting member, and wherein the second segment is configured to detachably couple to the second attachment point via the second connecting member.2. The animal training system of claim 1 , wherein the movement controlling device further comprises a third segment and a fourth segment claim 1 , wherein the third segment claim 1 , located at a proximal hip position of the wearable device in relation to an animal claim 1 , comprises a third connecting member claim 1 , wherein the second segment and the third segment are connected to the fourth segment claim 1 , via a joining member claim 1 , wherein a collar of the animal is connectable to the animal training system.3. The animal training system of claim 2 , wherein the wearable device further ...

Soothing garment for pets

A soothing garment for a pet includes an elongated body portion adapted to be wrapped around the torso of the pet, the body portion including flaps at the opposite ends of the elongated body portion with a fastener array for removable engagement of the flaps around the animal's torso. The body further includes a pair of forward flaps arranged to encircle the neck of the animal when the body portion is wrapped around the animal's torso. The garment includes an active compression mechanism disposed within the elongated body portion that includes an array of shape memory alloy (SMA) wires and a controller for selectively activating the SMA wire array to reduce the length of the wire to thereby apply compression to the torso of the pet.

Dog Training System

A dog training system includes a collar that may be worn on an animal. A plurality of vibration units is provided. Each of the vibration units is coupled to the collar. Thus, each of the vibration units selectively vibrationally engages the animal when the vibration units are turned on. A leash is coupled to the vibration units and the leash may be gripped. The leash turns on each of the vibration units when the dog pulls on the leash. Thus, each of the vibration units trains the dog to resist pulling on the leash. 1. A dog training system being configured to teach a dog to resist tugging on a leash , said system comprising:a collar being configured to be worn on an animal;a plurality of vibration units, each of said vibration units being coupled to said collar wherein each of said vibration units is configured to selectively vibrationally engage the animal when said vibration units are turned on; anda leash being coupled to said vibration units, said leash being configured to be gripped, said leash turning on each of said vibration units when the dog pulls on said leash wherein each of said vibration units is configured to train the dog to resist pulling on said leash.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein:said collar has a first end, a second end, a first surface and a second surface, said first end being matable to said second end wherein said collar is configured to be retained on the animal; andsaid vibration units being spaced apart from each other and being distributed between said first end and said second end of said collar.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein:said collar has a first surface and a second surface; andeach of said vibration units comprises a housing being coupled to said collar, said housing extending through said first surface and said second surface of said collar wherein said housing is configured to frictionally engage the animal when said collar is worn.4. The system according to claim 3 , further comprising a vibrator ...

ANIMAL TRAINING METHOD, APPARATUS, AND SYSTEM FOR ACHIEVING HEELING BEHAVIOR

An animal training system used to train an animal includes a movement controlling device and a wearable device. The movement controlling device includes a first segment and a second segment. The first segment is coupled to a first connecting member. The second segment is coupled to a second connecting member. The wearable device includes a first attachment point and a second attachment point. The first attachment point is located at a midline position of the wearable device. The first segment is configured to detachably couple to the first attachment point via the first connecting member. The second segment is configured to detachably couple to the second attachment point via the second connecting member. 1. An animal training system comprising:a movement controlling device comprising a first segment and a second segment, wherein the first segment is coupled to a first connecting member, and wherein the second segment is coupled to a second connecting member; anda wearable device comprising a first attachment point and a second attachment point, the first attachment point located at a midline position of the wearable device, wherein the first segment is configured to detachably couple to the first attachment point via the first connecting member, and wherein the second segment is configured to detachably couple to the second attachment point via the second connecting member.2. The animal training system of claim 1 , wherein the movement controlling device further comprises a third segment and a fourth segment claim 1 , wherein the third segment claim 1 , located at a proximal hip position of the wearable device in relation to an animal claim 1 , comprises a third connecting member claim 1 , wherein the second segment and the third segment are connected to the fourth segment claim 1 , via a joining member claim 1 , wherein a collar of the animal is connectable to the animal training system.3. The animal training system of claim 2 , wherein the wearable device further ...

VIDEOS FOR PETS AND METHODS FOR THE CREATION THEREOF

A method for creating a video for pets, comprising: creating visual content for the video; and creating auditory content for the video, wherein the auditory content comprises: a musical arrangement that has a relaxing effect on dogs, the musical arrangement characterized by a tempo in the range of 50 to 70 beats per minute (BPM), and one or more sounds that have a stimulating effect on dogs. 1. A system comprising:a content provider to provide video and audio content adapted for treating a pet;a video and audio output device for playing the video and audio content; andan aromatization device adapted for releasing one or more scents, based, at least in part, on said content.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the aromatization device comprises a controller and a plurality of scent cartridges claim 1 , wherein the controller is adapted for activating said scent cartridges claim 1 , and wherein said activating causes said releasing.3. The system according to claim 2 , wherein said activating is determined according to instructions embedded in said content.4. The system according to claim 3 , wherein said instructions specify at least one of a timing claim 3 , an intensity claim 3 , and a duration of said activating.5. The system according to claim 2 , wherein said activating is determined based claim 2 , at least in part claim 2 , on a type of said content.6. The system according to claim 2 , wherein said activating is adapted for neutralizing claim 2 , complementing claim 2 , enhancing claim 2 , lessening claim 2 , or counteracting an effect created in said pet by said content.7. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said activating is adapted for one or more of treating said pet claim 1 , relieving stress in said pet claim 1 , providing entertainment to said pet claim 1 , and influencing a behavior of said pet.8. A method comprising:playing video and audio content by a video and audio output device, wherein said content is adapted for treating a pet; ...

Assisted Animal Activities

In an aspect, a system includes a touch-sensitive surface and a camera mounted to be movable relative to the touch-sensitive surface to acquire an image of an animal interacting with the touch-sensitive surface. The system includes a processor coupled to a memory, the processor and memory configured to cause each of multiple sections of the display screen to be associated with a corresponding activity in which the animal can engage; detect a selection of one of the multiple sections of the touch-sensitive surface; and enable the activity associated with the selected section of the touch-sensitive surface.

SYSTEM FOR RESTRAINING MOUSE

A system, of the present invention, for restraining a mouse includes: at least one home cage (); a passage () through which the mouse () moves, the passage () having at least one first open end (); and a restraining device () which restrains the mouse by physically fixing the mouse (), the at least one first open end of the passage () being connected to the at least one home cage (), the restraining device () being provided at a location on the passage () which location is different from the at least one first open end () of the passage (). 1. A system for a mouse to self-restrain his body and head , comprising:at least one home cage for keeping the mouse therein;a passage through which the mouse moves, the passage having at least one first open end; anda restraining device where the mouse can physically restrain himself,the at least one first open end of the passage being connected to the at least one home cage,the restraining device being provided at a location on the passage which location is different from the at least one first open end of the passage,the restraining device allowing the mouse to self-restrain himself by physically fixing a head plate with which the head of the mouse is equipped,the restraining device including a latching bar,the head plate coming into contact with a lower end of the latching bar so that the latching bar is pushed up when the mouse moves forward, and the latching bar going back down by gravity as the mouse keeps on moving forward.2. The system as set forth in claim 1 , wherein:the restraining device includes a first latching bar and a second latching bar each of which is said latching bar, the second latching bar being provided downstream from the first latching bar so that the first latching bar and the second latching bar are spaced out;the head plate comes into contact with a lower end of the first latching bar so that the first latching bar is pushed up when the mouse moves forward, and the first latching bar goes back down ...

SMART ANIMAL COLLAR SYSTEM

A pet-monitoring system including at least one of a wearable component, base station and user device. The system utilizes data collected from each of these components as well as the state of any connections between the devices to: (i) make various determinations about the pet's health and environment; (ii) notify the user of substantial changes in the pet's health and environment; (iii) determine how to efficiently utilize communication, monitoring or interaction modules within the wearable component, base station and user device; and (iv) automate interactions with the pet using interaction modules within the wearable component, base station and user device. 1. An apparatus for monitoring an animal comprising:at least one monitoring module for collecting data about an animal;at least one communication module for communicating said collected data with one of a base station, user device or network;a battery; anda processor that determines whether said at least one communication module is connected to one of said base station, user device or network and, based on said determination, determines the location of said animal relative to said one of said base station and said user device.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said at least one monitoring module collects data concerning said animal's body or environment.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein said at least one monitoring module includes at least one of a thermometer to measure said animal's temperature claim 2 , a thermometer to measure the external temperature around said animal claim 2 , an accelerometer claim 2 , a heart rate sensor claim 2 , a moisture sensor and a magnetometer.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising at least one interaction module for interacting with said animal.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein said at least one interaction module allows a user to interact with said animal on demand.6. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein said at least one interaction module interacts with ...

Animal Olfaction Training Apparatus and Method

A training system including an apparatus and method for delivering an olfactory stimulus to an animal, comprising: one or more supply reservoirs having a sealable opening containing a reinforcing olfactant for eliciting a positive response in the animal, a release control in communication with the supply reservoir for regulating release of the reinforcing olfactant, a delivery channel connected to the supply reservoir for delivering the reinforcing olfactant released from the supply reservoir; and a housing wherein the one or more supply reservoirs and the delivery channel are mounted so as to orient the reinforcing olfactant sufficiently proximate to the animal to thereby stimulate olfaction. 1. A training apparatus for delivering an olfactory stimulus to an animal , comprising:at least one supply reservoir having a sealable opening, wherein the at least on supply reservoir contains a reinforcing olfactant for eliciting a positive response in the animal;a release control in communication with the supply reservoir for regulating release of the reinforcing olfactant;a delivery channel connected to the supply reservoir for delivering the reinforcing olfactant released from the supply reservoir; anda housing wherein the at least one supply reservoir and the delivery channel are mounted so as to orient the reinforcing olfactant sufficiently proximate to the animal to thereby stimulate olfaction, wherein the reinforcing olfactant is not directly administered to the animal so as to minimize habituation.2. The training apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing olfactant comprises a compound selected from the group consisting of: esters claim 1 , linear terpenes claim 1 , cyclic terpenes claim 1 , aromatics claim 1 , amines claim 1 , alcohols claim 1 , aldehydes claim 1 , ketones claim 1 , lactones claim 1 , thiols claim 1 , methylphosphine and dimethylphosphine claim 1 , phosphine claim 1 , zinc phosphide claim 1 , diacetyl claim 1 , acetoin claim 1 , nerolin claim 1 ...

PET TRAINING SYSTEM

A training system for a pet of a user with a smart phone includes at least one collar module that is adapted to be fixed with and deliver a stimulus to the pet. Each collar module includes an enclosure, at least one stimulus transducer, and a circuit that includes at least a power source, a wireless receiver capable of receiving an instruction signal from the portable electronic device, and a memory. The at least one stimulus transducer may be an audio transducer, a vibration transducer, an electrostatic shock transducer, or the like. A software application resident on the portable electronic device is adapted to display on the display screen a choice of actuators for the user representing one of the at least one stimulus transducers, and a pet's name in the case of multiple pets. A barking control and virtual fence arrangement is further included. 1. A training system for a pet of a user , the pet wearing a collar and the user having a portable electronic device that includes at least a wireless transmitter , a receiver and a display screen , the system comprising:a collar module adapted to be fixed with a collar and to deliver a stimulus to the pet, the collar module including an enclosure having at least one collar attachment mechanism, at least one stimulus transducer, and a circuit that includes at least a power source, a wireless receiver capable of receiving an instruction signal from the portable electronic device and a memory;a software application resident on the portable electronic device adapted to display on the display screen a choice of actuators for the user, each representing one of the at least one stimulus transducers, and sending the instructions signal through the portable electronic device to the circuit of the collar module for activating the at least one stimulus transducer of the collar module selected by the user on the display screen.2. The training system of wherein the circuit of the collar module is adapted to assign a distance from the ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRAINING CANINES TO DETECT COVID-19 BY SCENT FOR IMPLEMENTATION IN MOBILE SWEEPS

Systems and methods for training canines to detect a virus by scent, and field implementation of a trained canine sweeping for the virus in a public setting with high mobility, the public setting selected by predictive analytics software. The trained canine is brought to a location desired to be swept and moves freely around the location. The canine searches for target odors or scents associated with the virus and is able to follow the target odor or scent back to its source. A person identified by a trained canine as a source of the target odor or scent associated with the virus is quarantined or subjected to further testing to confirm if they have the virus. 1. A system for detecting a virus or a disease using a trained canine including:at least one wearable device; andat least one remote device including a graphical user interface (GUI); andat least one remote server including a predictive analytics componentwherein the at least one wearable device, the at least one remote server, and the at least one remote device are in network communication;wherein the at least one wearable device is positioned on the canine;wherein the at least one wearable device is configured to collect canine data;wherein the at least one wearable device is further configured to transmit the canine data to the at least one remote device;wherein the canine data includes positioning data, wherein the positioning data includes location data;wherein the predictive analytics component is configured to provide at least one recommendation based on input data, wherein the input data includes the canine data and web data, wherein the web data includes information from a web-based source;wherein the canine is configured to detect the virus or the disease via scent;wherein the canine is configured to generate a response when the canine detects the virus and/or the disease;wherein the at least one wearable device is configured to determine when the canine has generated the response;wherein the at ...

Method for autonomously training an animal to respond to oral commands

One variation of a method for autonomously training animals to respond to oral commands includes: prompting a user to select a training protocol; prompting the user to record a first audio clip of the user reciting a voice command associated with a target pose within the training protocol, the user affiliated with the animal; accessing a video feed recorded by an optical sensor during a first training session; in the video feed, detecting the animal within a working field; while the animal is detected in the working field, playing back the first audio clip; in the video feed, detecting a current pose of the animal; calculating a deviation between the current pose of the animal and the target pose; in response to the deviation falling within a threshold: playing an audio clip of a secondary reinforcer; and dispensing a unit of a primary reinforcer via an integrated dispenser.

Toy with Mechanically Locked Inner Capsule

A hollow, compressible or rigid hollow body has mechanical means of retaining devices such as sound generators, scent capsules, LED lights and vibrating mechanisms and identifying or responding detection elements held, secured and locked therein without the use of any solvents, glues, sonic welding, spin welding or other bonding materials. The hollow contaminant-free bodies are particularly useful for animals and recreation. Some of the above contain carcinogens harmful to animals if ingested. 1. Apparatus comprising:a toy having a hollow body, andan entertainment device within the hollow body of the toy and mechanically attached to and locked within the hollow body of the toy subsequent to the manufacture of the toy in the absence of and without bonding material, glue, solvents, paint, epoxy, adhesive, ultrasound, ultra violet or radio frequency welding.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the entertainment device provides sound claim 1 , vibrations claim 1 , light or scent.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the toy is a hollow animal toy.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hollow body has a hole and an invertible tube connected to the ball in continuation of an inside of the hole claim 1 , the tube is extended outward for receiving the entertainment device further comprising a mechanical clamp for mechanically clamping the entertainment device in the outwardly extended tube claim 1 , wherein the entertainment device clamped in the tube is pushed into the ball claim 1 , reversing the tube and locking the entertainment device in the ball.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , further comprising at least one stiffening rib formed along the tube.6. The apparatus of claim 4 , further comprising more than one locking ring holding the entertainment device in the invertible tube within the hollow ball.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hollow body has a wall with an opening claim 1 , wherein the opening has a sloping and axially extending recess in the wall and an ...

Interactive pet toy and system

An interactive pet toy comprising a shell, a processor, a memory, a wireless transmitter, one or more sensors, an output, and a power source. The disclosed invention further relates to an interactive pet toy system comprising an interactive pet toy including a shell, a processor, a non-volatile memory, a wireless transmitter, one or more sensors, an output; and a battery; and a mobile device, comprising a processor, a display screen, a non-volatile memory, and a wireless transmitter, wherein instructions are stored on the interactive pet toy memory and the and the mobile device memories that, when enacted by the respective processors, each track an interaction between a user and a pet.

Training apparatus

A training apparatus for an animal having a vest or halter adapted to be worn by the animal. IN one embodiment, three or more alert mechanisms (vibrators or sound generators) are embedded into the vest, over both shoulders and one on the chest. Through remote control, the alert mechanisms are selectively activated to direct the animal to go, turn left, turn right, or stop. In one embodiment, a distance measuring mechanism warns the animal of an impending wall or an impending drop-off.

CONTACT UNIT FOR AN ANIMAL TRAINING SYSTEM

A contact unit for an animal training system and a method for producing the same. The contact unit includes at least one base portion formed from a moldable electrically non-conductive material and at least two contact probes formed from a moldable electrically conductive material. At least one contact probe is provided in each base portion. The contact probes include integral probe tips that extend outward from the at least one base portion. The contact unit is releasably mountable to a controller housing. A collar is used to mount the controller housing and the contact unit around the neck of the animal to maintain the probe tips in contact with the skin of the animal. 1. A contact unit for an animal training system , the contact unit for mounting to a controller housing containing electrical stimulus generating circuitry , the controller housing having conductive contacts mounted in the housing , the contact unit comprising:at least one base portion formed of a moldable electrically non-conductive material; an interconnection portion configured for electrical interconnection with the conductive contacts; and', 'a probe tip portion in electrically conductive relation with the interconnection portion;, 'a pair of electrically conductive contact probes formed of a moldable electrically conductive material as a single piece integral unit, each contact probe includingwherein the probe tip portions extend outward from the upper surface of the at least one base portion with the interconnection portions of the contact probes disposed within the at least one base portion, and wherein the interconnection portions are configured to be in electrically conductive relation with the conductive contacts upon mounting of the contact unit to the controller housing.2. The contact unit of wherein the interconnection portions are spaced by a predetermined distance so as to align with conductive contacts of the controller housing and the interconnection portions each have an ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR WALKING PETS

Systems and methods are provided for guiding a target object with an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in an environment. The UAV may be able to recognize and locate the target object. The UAV can be configured to communicate the actions and behavior of the target object to a user through a user device in communication with the UAV. The UAV can provide positive and negative stimuli to the target object to encourage an action or behavior. The UAV can be configured to recognize and manage waste generated by the target object. 1. A method of guiding a target comprising:receiving, through a user device, a user input indicating a travel route for an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to guide the target;guiding the target using the UAV by flying the UAV along the travel route while the target is in motion, wherein a location of the UAV is known;receiving, through the user device while the UAV is guiding the target along the travel route, a change to the travel route to provide an updated travel route; andguiding the target by flying the UAV along the updated travel route.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the user input comprises global coordinates that define the travel route, orthe change to the travel route comprises changed ones of the global coordinates, the changed ones of the global coordinates and unchanged ones of the global coordinates defining the updated travel route.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the target is an animal.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the UAV guides the target by being physically attached to the target through an attachment mechanism.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising:comparing, with aid of one or more processors on board the UAV, a calculation of a target motion and a UAV motion to determine one or more parameters with which the UAV pulls on the attachment mechanism.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the UAV guides the target by displaying an attractor to the target with an attractor display mechanism.7. The method of claim 6 , ...

Pet Greet and Speak

The Pet Greet and Speak is a pet to human communication device that enables a pet to trigger a prerecorded greeting or announcement for their pet parents to hear. A greeting or announcement is pre-recorded on the Pet Greet and Speak. The recorded message is played whenever the pet comes in contact with the sensor surface provided. 1(a) A sensory area that triggers a prerecorded greeting or announcement when touched by a pet.(b) The means to record greetings and announcements that can be heard via the loudspeaker provided.(c) The means to supply electrical power via the use of a battery or household electricity.(d) Suction cups that enables the Pet Greet and Speak to remain stationary.. The Pet Greet and Speak device that provides the means for a pet to communicate with their pet parent via prerecorded messages, comprising: This invention relates to a pet to human communication device, and more particular a device that enables a pet to trigger a prerecorded greeting or announcement for their pet parents.Canine body language has been studied by researchers and scientists for years. Dogs are equipped with this very reliable and consistent language to help them communicate their intentions to one another. Their primary goal in using their language is to reduce and resolve conflict. Dogs use this very same language with humans as well, but we just don't know enough to actually understand it. I'm not talking about the overt signals which we all know, like a growl, bark or snap, but the full array of their language. When interacting with our dogs and other dogs, we can look out for the wagging tail, scratching at the door, turning in short circles, yelping, the lip lick, the ear flick, and the head turn; just to name a few. These are just some of the many cues dogs use to communicate with us each time we interact with them. They use this language to essentially tell us, “I'm happy to see you” or “I'm hungry” or “I need go outside”, just to name a few. Pet parents yern for ...

PET CALMING AND SOOTHING SYSTEM

The invention relates to device for soothing and calming an animal. In one embodiment, the device comprises a toy-shaped structure filled with soft stuffing material for an animal to lie against, the filler stuffing material at least partially defining a pouch within a central opening in the toy adapted to removably receive a modular simulator. The modular simulator generating rhythmic soothing acoustic sounds that simulate the actual breathing of the animal's mother and to communicate said breathing sound to the animal when lying against the toy structure. In another embodiment, the sound simulator is disposed in a pouch provided on a harness, the pouch being in proximity to the heart of the animal. 1. A pet calming system comprising:(a) a pouch; and(b) a modular simulator disposed within the pouch, the modular simulator further comprising a sound generator generating rhythmic soothing acoustic sounds that simulate actual animal breathing.2. The pet calming system of further comprising a toy filled with filler material claim 1 , the toy comprises: a central opening on a surface of the toy wherein the pouch claim 1 , at least partially defined by the filler material claim 1 , is situated; and a cover to the central opening being at least partially detachably connected to the central opening.3. The pet calming system of wherein the toy is a pillow.4. The pet calming system of wherein the toy is in the shape of a dog.5. The pet calming system of wherein the modular simulator further comprises: an accessible sound chamber for situating the sound generator; an accessible battery chamber for situating a battery supply; and a switch arrangement for connecting the sound generator to the battery supply to turn the simulator on and off.6. The pet calming system of wherein the switch arrangement further comprises a pressure sensitive switch which is activated when a pet places its weight on the toy and is deactivated when the pet removes its weight from the toy.7. The pet ...

Mobile Telephone Dog Training Tool and Method

A mobile telephone adapts to use as a gundog training tool by interfacing with a dog collar using a wireless communication device, such as a WWAN text or IP interface, a WLAN interface or a radio transceiver that couples to the mobile telephone and is accessible to a training application running on the mobile telephone. The dog collar includes a GPS receiver to provide position information to the mobile telephone and a shock device to provide training stimulus to the dog. A wireless headset interfaces with the mobile telephone to provide audible indications of position to an end user, such as a dog point and tone indicators of directions to the dog. A wireless handset interfaces with the mobile telephone to accept inputs for application to the collar, such as training stimulus. 120-. (canceled)21. A dog training tool comprising:a mobile processing device having a WPAN interface;an adapter having a WPAN interface operable to communicate with the mobile processing device WPAN interface and a wireless communication module operable to communicate with a wireless radio signal;one or more collars adapted to couple to a dog, the collar having a GPS receiver and a wireless communication module, the wireless communication module operable to communicate GPS positions of the GPS receiver to the adapter wireless communication module with the wireless radio signal; anda training application stored in memory of the mobile processing device and operable to execute on a processor of the mobile processing device, the training application operable to receive the collar GPS positions from the adapter by the WPAN interface, the adapter receiving the collar GPS positions from the collar by the adapter wireless communication module with the wireless radio signal, the training application further operable to present the GPS positions at a display of the mobile telephone;wherein the WPAN interface communicates the GPS positions from the adapter to the mobile processing device at a ...

Entertainment and Training Device for Animals

An entertainment and training device for animals () incorporates an at least one tube () forming a tube assembly () with distal end () and a proximal end () such that the tube assembly () has a determinate length () for a specific activity and a specific animal. A first flexible and durable material () which travel through the an at least one tube () forming a tube assembly () couples an at least one affixment device () to an at least one target object () at a distal end of the first flexible and durable material (). When used, the an at least one target object () travels a designated length for a specific activity and the specific animal to provide entertainment and use as training device for animals. A brake () at a proximal end of the first flexible and durable material () stops travel of the an at least one target object (). 1. An apparatus comprising{'b': 110', '115', '115', '120', '125, 'an at least one tube () comprising a tube assembly () wherein the tube assembly () comprises a tube assembly distal end () and a tube assembly proximal end (),'}{'b': 135', '110', '115', '135', '135', '135', '140', '135', '135', '175', '135', '110', '115, 'a first flexible and durable material () capable of travel within the an at least one tube () comprising a tube assembly () wherein the first flexible and durable material () is coupled at a distal end (B) of the first flexible and durable material () to an at least one target object () and coupled at a proximal end (A) of the first flexible and durable material () to a brake () capable of ceasing travel of the first flexible and durable material () within the an at least one tube () comprising a tube assembly (),'}{'b': 160', '135', '135, 'a second flexible and durable material () covering the distal end (B) of the first flexible and durable material () and capable of providing a protective surface and injury protection, and'}{'b': 170', '125', '100, 'a handgrip () placed around the tube assembly proximal end () and capable ...

ANIMAL TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD

An animal training system includes a portable remote transceiver for a user for transmitting a remote animal control signal to a remote animal transceiver on an animal for effecting a control stimulus to the animal. A separate animal control transceiver positioned at the animal may be in signal communication with the remote animal transceiver placed at the animal to effect a control stimulus to the animal in response to a control signal from the remote animal transceiver.

ANIMAL TOY

An animal toy includes an elongated base portion having a first end and a second end, a first wheel disposed adjacent the first end, a second wheel disposed adjacent the second end, at least one electric motor configured to drive the first wheel and the second wheel independently, a receiver configured to receive signals from a transmitter, and a controller programmed to control the electric motor and the rotational speed and direction of each of the first and second wheels. 1an elongated base portion having a first end and a second end;a first wheel disposed adjacent the first end;a second wheel disposed adjacent the second end;at least one electric motor configured to drive the first wheel and the second wheel independently;a receiver configured to receive signals from a transmitter; anda controller programmed to control the electric motor and the rotational speed and direction of each of the first and second wheels.. An animal toy comprising: Field of the InventionThe present invention generally relates to an animal toy. More specifically, the present invention relates to a remote controlled dog toy that can provide interactive play between the owner and the animal.Background InformationA long-standing practice exists for providing toys for animals. In particular, many animals, such as dogs, enjoy chasing or retrieving various types of objects such as sticks, balls, flying discs, and the like. Many breeds have an enhanced enjoyment in “playing fetch” in that such activities have been bred into such lines. Retrievers, bird dogs or gun dogs have been bred to retrieve game foul, spaniels to flush birds from the brush, and other such similar activities. Typically, such breads can be entertained by retrieving a flying disc made from a plastic material.It has been found that a need exists for a toy that enables improved retrieving or chasing games for an animal. In particular, it has been found that a need exists for a remote controlled animal toy that enables any user ...

RECONFIGURABLE ANIMAL TRANING APPARATUS AND SYSTEM

An animal training apparatus including a stimulation generator/stimulator module to generate the stimulation and deliver the stimulation to the animal, and a microprocessor comprising control logic programmed to control the stimulation generator/stimulator module to deliver the stimulation to the animal when a preset condition is satisfied, wherein at least a portion of the control logic is reprogrammable by a user. Also, an animal training system further includes a remote controller to control the animal training apparatus, wherein at least a portion of user input or functions of the remote controller is reconfigurable by the user. The user may reset, reconfigure, and reprogram the control logic of the animal training apparatus or the user input of the remote controller, or various functions provided by the animal training system. 1. An animal training apparatus which is worn on an animal to deliver stimulation for scolding or encouraging the animal when the animal does or does not do a particular behavior , the animal training apparatus comprising:a stimulation generator/stimulator module to generate the stimulation and deliver the stimulation to the animal; anda microprocessor comprising control logic programmed to control the stimulation generator/stimulator module to deliver the stimulation to the animal when a preset condition is satisfied,wherein at least a portion of the control logic is reprogrammable by a user.2. The animal training apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a communication interface to electrically connect the microprocessor to an external computer terminal wiredly or wirelessly, andwherein reprogramming of the at least a portion of the control logic is executed by the external computer terminal using the communication interface.3. The animal training apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the external computer terminal is any one of a desktop computer claim 2 , a laptop computer claim 2 , a tablet computer claim 2 , and a ...

ASSISTED ANIMAL ACTIVITIES

Among other things, artifacts are presented to an animal through a device. The artifacts represent a thing to be learned by the animal and from which the animal can interpret the thing that is to be learned. Artifacts are received from the animal through a device. The received artifacts represent whether the animal has learned the thing. The artifacts are interpreted to infer an extent to which the animal has learned the thing. The animal is rewarded through a device based on the extent to which animal has learned the thing. 1. A method comprisingpresenting to an animal through a device artifacts that represent a thing to be learned by the animal and from which the animal can interpret the thing that is to be learned,receiving from the animal through a device artifacts that represent whether the animal has learned the thing,interpreting the artifacts to infer an extent to which the animal has learned the thing, andrewarding the animal through a device based on the extent to which animal has learned the thing.2. The method of in which the artifacts comprise a representation of the thing that is to be learned.3. The method of in which the artifacts comprise a communication about the thing to be learned that can be understood by the animal.4. The method of in which at least one of the devices operate as a client device with respect to a server that manages at least one of the presenting claim 1 , the receiving claim 1 , the interpreting claim 1 , and the rewarding.5. The method of in which the artifacts presented to the animal comprise at least one of audio claim 1 , video claim 1 , or images.6. The method of in which the artifacts received from the animal comprise at least one of a noise claim 1 , a fragrance claim 1 , or an action.7. The method of in which the interpreting comprises analyzing the artifacts relative to stored information indicative of the learning of the thing.8. The method of in which the rewarding comprises providing an edible item for the animal.9. ...

METHOD OF USING A DOG TOY CONTAINER, AND A DOG TOY CONTAINER

A dog toy container can be used to store dog toys or consumable objects, such as chew toys, ropes, balls, stuffed animals, edible chews, bones, and other similar objects used to entertain or reward or please dogs. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. § 1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. § 1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. 1. A method of storing and accessing dog toys in a dog toy container , said dog toy container comprising:a frame comprising wall portions configured and disposed to define a dog toy storage area therein;said frame comprising an opening to permit access into said dog toy storage area by a dog;a lid being configured and disposed to cover said opening;said lid comprising a first end portion being affixed to said frame, and a second end portion being disposed opposite said first end portion and not being affixed to said frame;a movement arrangement being connected to said lid; lift said second end portion of said lid away from said frame to uncover said opening and permit access to said toy storage area by said dog through said opening, and', 'lower said second end portion of said lid toward said frame to cover said opening with said lid;, 'said movement arrangement comprising a motor being configured toan activation pedal arrangement being operatively connected to said motor;said pedal activation arrangement being configured ...

Digital activity center for pets

In an aspect, a system includes a touch-sensitive surface and a camera mounted to be movable relative to the touch-sensitive surface to acquire an image of an animal interacting with the touch-sensitive surface. The system includes a processor coupled to a memory, the processor and memory configured to cause each of multiple sections of the display screen to be associated with a corresponding activity in which the animal can engage; detect a selection of one of the multiple sections of the touch-sensitive surface; and enable the activity associated with the selected section of the touch-sensitive surface. 1. A system comprising:a touch-sensitive surface;a camera mounted to be movable relative to the touch-sensitive surface to acquire an image of an animal interacting with the touch-sensitive surface; cause each of multiple sections of the display screen to be associated with a corresponding activity in which the animal can engage;', 'detect a selection of one of the multiple sections of the touch-sensitive surface; and', 'enable the activity associated with the selected section of the touch-sensitive surface., 'a processor coupled to a memory, the processor and memory configured to2. The system of claim 1 , in which the touch-sensitive surface comprises a display screen.3. The system of claim 1 , comprising a display for displaying content associated with the activity.4. The system of claim 1 , comprising a mount disposed around at least some of the display screen claim 1 , the camera mounted on the mount.5. The system of claim 1 , in which the activity comprises creating an item of visual art.6. The system of claim 5 , in which the processor and memory are configured to enable the animal to interact with the touch-sensitive surface to indicate elements of the visual art being created.7. The system of claim 6 , in which the processor and memory are configured to generate the visual art based on a position of the animal on the touch-sensitive surface claim 6 , a type ...

ANIMAL TOY

An animal toy includes an elongated body portion having a first end and a second end, a first wheel disposed adjacent the first end, a second wheel disposed adjacent the second end, at least one electric motor configured to drive the first wheel and the second wheel independently, a receiver configured to receive signals from a transmitter, and a controller programmed to control the electric motor and the rotational speed and direction of each of the first and second wheels. 1. An animal toy comprising:an elongated body portion having a first end and a second end;a first wheel disposed adjacent the first end, the first wheel having an opening configured to enable access to an interior thereof;a second wheel disposed adjacent the second end, the second wheel having an opening configured to enable access to an interior thereof;at least one electric motor configured to drive the first wheel and the second wheel independently; anda controller programmed to control the at least one electric motor and the rotational speed and direction of each of the first and second wheels.2. The animal toy of claim 1 , whereinthe at least one electric motor includes a first motor and a second motor, the first motor configured to drive the first wheel and the second motor configured to drive the second wheel.3. The animal toy of claim 2 , whereinthe first wheel includes a rotating shaft and the rotating shaft is coupled to the first motor via reduction gear.4. The animal toy of claim 2 , whereinthe first and second motors are disposed within the elongated body portion.5. The animal toy of claim 1 , whereinthe opening in the first wheel in a one opening of a plurality of openings, and each of the plurality of openings being configured to enable food to pass therethrough.6. The animal toy of claim 5 , whereinthe first wheel includes a plurality of axially extending members, and each of the plurality of openings being disposed between adjacent members of the plurality of axially extending ...

SMART ANIMAL COLLAR SYSTEM

A pet-monitoring system including at least one of a wearable component, base station and user device. The system utilizes data collected from each of these components as well as the state of any connections between the devices to: (i) make various determinations about the pet's health and environment; (ii) notify the user of substantial changes in the pet's health and environment; (iii) determine how to efficiently utilize communication, monitoring or interaction modules within the wearable component, base station and user device; and (iv) automate interactions with the pet using interaction modules within the wearable component, base station and user device. 160-. (canceled)61. A method for monitoring an animal with an animal collar system comprising a user device associated with a user , a base station , and an animal collar device , the method comprising:collecting data about the animal with at least one monitoring component in the animal collar device;communicating the data about the animal to the base station and the user device with at least one communication component in the animal collar device; and determine whether the at least one communication component is connected to at least one of the base station and the user device to provide a location of the animal relative to the base station and the user device,', an away alone state when not connected to the base station and the user device, and', 'a home alone state when connected to the base station and not connected to the user device, and, 'based upon the location of the animal, cause the animal collar device to enter one of a plurality of communication states, the plurality of communication states comprising'}, 'when in the away alone state, cause the at least one communication component to transmit the data about the animal via an external network., 'operating a processor in the animal collar device and coupled to a battery to'}62. The method of claim 61 , wherein the at least one monitoring component ...

SCENT TRAINING DEVICE

Presented herein is a device for training animals such as rats, dogs, etc. to recognize and associate target odors/scents with food. The training device, sometimes referred to herein as an odor or scent training device, includes a feeding dish/pan that is configured to have food positioned therein. The scent training device creates a scent curtain of a target scent above the food so that the animal's nose and head first penetrate the scent curtain before the animal can eat the food. As such, each time the animal reaches for more food in the feeding dish, an association between the reward of food and the target scent is strengthened. 1. A scent training device , comprising:a feeding dish having a bottom surface and at least an outer sidewall to retain a food item in the feeding dish, wherein the outer sidewall defines an access opening of the feeding dish;a base member positioned adjacent to the feeding dish to define an internal chamber between the feeding dish and the base member;an elevated section having one or more openings extending from the internal chamber to the feeding dish; anda scent distribution module positioned in the internal chamber configured to force a target scent from the internal chamber through the openings in the elevated section to create a scent curtain at the access opening.2. The scent training device of claim 1 , wherein the elevated section comprises a portion of the outer sidewall that is adjacent to the access opening.3. The scent training device of claim 1 , wherein the feeding dish comprises a raised central member extending from the bottom surface claim 1 , and wherein the elevated section comprises a portion of the raised central member that is adjacent to the access opening.4. The scent training device of claim 1 , wherein the scent distribution module comprises:a scent tray configured to retain a target scent source material therein, wherein the scent tray includes a plurality of apertures extending through one or more surfaces ...

CANINE POWER WAKE TRAINING AID AND METHODS OF USING SAME

A canine power wake training aid, including: a canister having a first end and a second end; a fan operatively attached to the first end of the canister; a battery operatively attached to the canister for providing electrical power to the fan; an end cap operatively attached to the second end of the canister; and a substance such as a hazardous or illicit substance located within the canister. The system functions to concentrate the scent form the substance in a desired direction. This is used in training scent-detecting animals. 1. A canine power wake training aid , comprising:a canister having a first end and a second end;a fan operatively attached to the first end of the canister;a battery operatively attached to the canister for providing electrical power to the fan;an end cap operatively attached to the second end of the canister; anda hazardous, illicit substance located within the canister.2. The canine power wake training aid claim 1 , as in claim 1 , wherein the canister is further comprised of:a first battery attachment operatively connected to the canister and located between the first and second ends of the canister.3. The canine power wake training aid claim 1 , as in claim 1 , wherein the fan is further comprised of:a multi-speed fan.4. The canine power wake training aid claim 1 , as in claim 1 , wherein the fan is further comprised of:a battery system power cord having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the battery system power cord is operatively attached to the fan and the second end of the battery system power cord is operatively connected to the battery.5. The canine power wake training aid claim 1 , as in claim 1 , wherein the fan is further comprised of:a power cord input located on the fan such that the power cord input is used to re-charge the battery.6. The canine power wake training aid claim 2 , as in claim 2 , wherein the battery is further comprised of:a second battery attachment operatively connected to the battery ...

GPS Tracking Insert for a Pet Collar or Similar Buckled Device

A tracking insert adapted, in an exemplary embodiment, to be inserted into and received by the collar connector of a state-of-the-art pet collar, such that the tracking insert becomes an extension of the pet collar is provided. The tracking insert comprises a linear band housing a linear array of electronic modules in electronic communication with one another. For instance, the modules include, in an exemplary embodiment, a GPS radio receiver, one or more modules adapted to communicate with a mobile device by known protocols such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or mobile communication protocols in a manner readily understood and implementable by those skilled in the art, and other modules such as a light, a camera and/or a communication module to allow the owner to communicate with the pet. 1. A tracking insert for tracking the location of a selected item , said tracking insert comprisinga linear band defined by a plurality of modules, said modules being in electrical communication with one another, wherein at least one of said modules is a power source and wherein said linear band further includes a module for detecting the three-dimensional position of the tracking insert;a connector for securing said tracking insert to a selected object;reinforcing means for securing said plurality of modules to each other in linear fashion; anda wear resistant cover for said linear band.2. The tracking insert of wherein said selected object is a pet collar having a collar connector claim 1 , and further wherein said connector for securing said tracking insert to a selected object is adapted to be received by said connector of said pet collar.3. The tracking insert of wherein said pet collar has a connector selected from a group consisting of a side release buckle and a frame-and-prong buckle.4. The tracking insert of wherein said tracking insert further includes electrical circuitry for charging said power source claim 1 , wherein said electrical circuitry is in electrical communication ...

Warm Cap with Security Features

According to embodiments of the disclosed technology, systems, methods and devices are provided for wholly or partially obscuring the vision of a pet electronically using a cap worn on the head of the pet. In one embodiment, the cap has a screen or lens disposed proximate to the pet's eyes. The screen is capable of identifying an object or living thing that may be threatened by the pet, and wholly or partially obscuring the object from the vision of the pet to prevent the pet from being able to see and/or attack the object. An additional safety measure of the cap may be to completely darken or whiten the vision of the pet such that the pet is temporarily impaired from seeing anything. Still further, audio may also be used to distract or draw the pet's attention away the from target object. 1. A smart device for dogs , comprising:a cap adapted to be worn on a head of a dog,a sensor disposed on the cap for detecting a possible target object, the sensor adapted to detect the presence of another living thing in a viewable periphery of the dog, which may be deemed a target object; and displays imagery located in the viewable periphery of the dog wearing the cap; and', 'obscuring the target object viewed through the screen such that the target object is not clearly visible through the eyepiece, wherein the target object is deemed to be at threat of being attacked by the dog., 'an electronic screen disposed within a transparent eyepiece of the cap, wherein the screen2. The smart device of claim 1 , further comprising: record the viewable periphery of the dog using a camera;', 'determine whether the dog intends to aggressively pursue the target object by tracking movement of the dog and detecting any sudden change of speed and direction of the dog; and', 'obscuring the view of the target object such that the target object is not viewable through the eyepiece., 'a smart chip in the cap configured to3. The smart device of claim 2 , wherein the smart chip is further configured ...

REMOTE INTERACTION DEVICE

Systems, devices, and methods are provided for remote interaction with a subject in an environment. The device has audio-visual recording and transmitting functionality to provide an operator at a remote location with an audio-visual feed of the environment near the device. The device also has a light emission component which the operator controls and which projects light onto a surface in the environment in the vicinity of the device. The systems, devices, and methods provide operators with the ability to interact with pets and provide exercise and stimulation to pets when their owners are away. 114-. (canceled)15. A remote interaction system comprising:a remote interaction device having a casing housing audiovisual recording and output components, a wireless transceiver, a laser system operable to project and move a laser based on received commands, a power system to operate all components, and a processor communicatively coupled to process data from the power system, the audiovisual recording and output components, wireless transceiver, and laser system;wherein the wireless transceiver is operable to communicate with at least one other remote interaction device and a remote communication device;wherein the remote communication device is a smart device operable to receive commands and at least audio data input from a user and transmit the commands and at least audio data to the remote interaction devices;and wherein the remote interaction devices are operably connected to a remote interaction device network which allows operators to create profiles and share remote interaction device data.16. The remote interaction system according to claim 15 , wherein the remote interaction devices may include two or more locally networked remote interaction devices.17. The remote interaction system according to claim 15 , wherein the remote interaction devices may include two or more remotely networked remote interaction devices.18. The remote interaction system according to ...

Systems and methods for walking pets

A method of using an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to guide a target includes receiving, via the UAV, a signal indicative of a target area for guiding the target, determining an indicator based on a location of the UAV and/or a location of the target area while the target is in motion, and performing, via the UAV, an operation in response to the indicator.

TRAINING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR FEEDING ANIMALS DURING TRAINING SESSIONS FOR REINFORCEMENT OF BEHAVIORS

One variation of a method for selectively serving primary reinforcers to an animal includes: accessing a set of characteristics of an animal and estimating a target caloric intake of the animal based on the set of characteristics; identifying a type of primary reinforcer loaded into a training apparatus configured to dispense units of the primary reinforcer based on behaviors performed by the animal responsive to commands output by the training apparatus; in response to identifying the type of primary reinforcer as a first primary reinforcer, loading a first nutrient profile for the first primary reinforcer; and, in response to the first nutrient profile specifying a first caloric density of units of the first primary reinforcer, loading a first training protocol for a first training session for the animal onto the training apparatus based on the target caloric intake of the animal. 1. A method comprising: accessing a set of characteristics of an animal; and', 'estimating a target caloric intake of the animal based on the set of characteristics;, 'at a first timeat a second time, identifying a type of primary reinforcer loaded into a training apparatus configured to dispense units of a primary reinforcer based on behaviors performed by the animal responsive to commands output by the training apparatus;in response to identifying the type of primary reinforcer as a first primary reinforcer, loading a first nutrient profile for the first primary reinforcer; andin response to the first nutrient profile specifying a first caloric density of units of the first primary reinforcer, selecting a first training protocol for loading onto the training apparatus for a first training session for the animal based on the target caloric intake of the animal and the first caloric density of units of the first primary reinforcer.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein selecting the first training protocol for loading onto the training apparatus for the first training session based on the ...

NOISE ATTENUATION EARPHONE DEVICE FOR ANIMALS

An interactive animal earphone device for providing noise attenuation, as well as voice commands, in noisy environments is described. The device typically includes a core member, and an audio processing system (at least a processing device combined with an in-ear speaker, and alternatively, combined with an outer-ear microphone and an in-ear canal microphone) for capturing/transmitting/interpreting sounds from the animal (including biological noises captured in the ear canal) and digitally controlling over the animal perception of its sound environment. The earphone device may further include, without limitation, a tracking technology (GPS module), a gyroscope, health monitoring sensors, a wireless module, and a memory for storing data recorded from in-ear canal and outer-ear microphones and other sensors. Along with voice commands and sounds from the animal, data from all sensors, the gyroscope, and the GPS module can be sent to a receiving device or external device, such as, without limitation, a smartphone, a computer and/or a tablet, in real-time over a wireless network, either cellular network, WLAN or wireless personal area network (WPAN) (Bluetooth™). 1. An animal noise attenuation earphone device comprising:a core member of a substantially resilient material adapted for filling an animal ear canal in a way to attenuate environmental sounds; and a processing device; and', 'an in-ear speaker operatively coupled to the processing device for providing the controlled sounds towards the animal ear canal., 'an audio processing system within the core member for providing controlled sounds towards the animal ear canal, the audio processing system comprising2. The animal noise attenuation earphone device of claim 1 , wherein the audio processing system further comprises:an outer-ear microphone operatively coupled to the processing device for capturing environmental sounds; andan in-ear canal microphone operatively coupled to the processing device for receiving animal ...

Control method for treadmill based on sensors

A treadmill may include two separate left and right belts rotating around two sets of rollers, four legs having an adjustable height via air suspension to customize an inclination of the treadmill, a thermoelectric assembly, a fragrance assembly having a rotating fragrance cartridge to emit various smells toward a user of the treadmill, a display on which exercise programs are played, and an attachment module having a dispensing tray on which treats are dispensed. A handle of the treadmill may have a sensor to sense a height and front-rear position, and a belt divider provided between the left and right belts may have position or proximity sensors to sense a left-right position. An inclination of the treadmill may be automatically adjusted according to positions detected by the sensors, and the fragrance assembly, attachment module, and inclination may be automatically operated in accordance with an exercise program played on the display.

Treadmill having thermoelectric assembly

A treadmill may include two separate left and right belts rotating around two sets of rollers, four legs having an adjustable height via air suspension to customize an inclination of the treadmill, a thermoelectric assembly, a fragrance assembly having a rotating fragrance cartridge to emit various smells toward a user of the treadmill, a display on which exercise programs are played, and an attachment module having a dispensing tray on which treats are dispensed. A handle of the treadmill may have a sensor to sense a height and front-rear position, and a belt divider provided between the left and right belts may have position or proximity sensors to sense a left-right position. An inclination of the treadmill may be automatically adjusted according to positions detected by the sensors, and the fragrance assembly, attachment module, and inclination may be automatically operated in accordance with an exercise program played on the display.

Treadmill having textured belt

A treadmill may include two separate left and right belts rotating around two sets of rollers, four legs having an adjustable height via air suspension to customize an inclination of the treadmill, a thermoelectric assembly, a fragrance assembly having a rotating fragrance cartridge to emit various smells toward a user of the treadmill, a display on which exercise programs are played, and an attachment module having a dispensing tray on which treats are dispensed. A handle of the treadmill may have a sensor to sense a height and front-rear position, and a belt divider provided between the left and right belts may have position or proximity sensors to sense a left-right position. An inclination of the treadmill may be automatically adjusted according to positions detected by the sensors, and the fragrance assembly, attachment module, and inclination may be automatically operated in accordance with an exercise program played on the display.

Animal Training Collar

A modular device for wireless communication between a transmitter and a receiver, the latter being mounted on a fastener to be worn by an animal/a human being or to be in contact therewith, comprising a string of individual separate elements or modules (), each containing at least either the PCB (), the battery () or one or more contact points () of same polarity respectively, said separate individual elements () being attached to one another thanks to at least two substantially parallel flexible tubes () containing said wires, so that the specific location of the modules () containing the contact points and the order or sequence thereof in the string define an extension length for the contact points. 12003002003002133132143142003002203202133132103102133132143142203202103103132331332210310220320. A modular device for wireless communication between a transmitter and a receiver , the latter being mounted on a fastener to be worn by an animal/a human being or to be in contact therewith , the device comprising an electronic receiver ( , ) having an electronic circuit and a plurality of electrical contact points extending at a distance from the electronic circuit , the contact points being used to deliver an electrical output in a number of distinct levels into the animal's or human being's body in response to a command signal communicated wirelessly by the transmitter , the electronic receiver ( , ) comprising a PCB ( , ) for receiving and handling the command signal , a battery ( , ) for feeding the receiver ( , ) , one or more contact points with the animal/human being's body ( , ) connected by insulated wires to the PCB ( , ) in such a manner to have a positive polarity , respectively a negative polarity , wherein the modular device is structurally made of a string of individual and distinct separate elements or modules ( , ) , containing each a functional part selected from the group consisting of a PCB ( , ) , a battery ( , ) and a part containing one or more ...

TRAINING DEVICE

A device for training a pet animal against a hazardous creature. The device includes: a body designed to resemble the hazardous creature; and a negative enforcement means arranged in the body. The negative enforcement means is operable to provide at least one deterrent signal to the pet animal upon establishing physical contact with the body or approaching towards the device. 1. A device for training a pet animal against a hazardous creature , the device comprising:a body designed to resemble the hazardous creature; anda negative enforcement means arranged in the body, wherein the negative enforcement means is operable to provide at least one deterrent signal to the pet animal upon establishing physical contact with the body or approaching towards the device.2. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the body comprises at least two parts claim 1 , the at least two parts are moveably connected to each other.3. A device according to claim 2 , further comprising an actuator operable to move the at least two parts with respect to each other.4. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the negative enforcement means is an electrical output setup which setup comprises:an electricity source for providing a high voltage output, anda conducting element connected to the electricity source, the conducting element being arranged in an outer surface of the body.5. A device according to claim 4 , wherein the conducting element comprises at least one of: a wire claim 4 , a pad or a conducting surface.6. A device according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one deterrent signal comprises providing an electric shock to the pet animal when the pet animal establishes physical contact with the body.7. A device according to claim 4 , wherein the high voltage output ranges between 5-3000 volts and operable to generate a current ranging between 5 to 20 milli-ampere.8. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the negative enforcement means is a liquid output setup claim 1 , which setup ...

PIEZOELECTRIC DETECTION COUPLING OF A BARK COLLAR

A collar unit device is described comprising a receiving cavity for receiving a metal electrode probe, wherein at least one elastomeric ring encircles the metal electrode probe, wherein the at least one elastomeric ring mechanically isolates the metal electrode probe from the receiving cavity. The device includes a piezoelectric element. The device includes a retainer component for maintaining the piezoelectric element in a secured position, wherein the secured position comprises the piezoelectric element maintaining contact with the metal electrode probe. The device includes the metal electrode probe for detecting vibrations of one or more acoustic events and transferring the vibrations to the piezoelectric element through the contact, the piezoelectric element for receiving the vibrations of one or more acoustic events, the receiving the vibrations including generating an electrical signal proportional to the frequency and magnitude of the vibrations, and at least one processor for receiving and processing the electrical signal. 1. A collar unit device comprising:a receiving cavity;a metal electrode probe, wherein at least one elastomeric ring encircles the metal electrode probe, wherein the metal electrode probe comprises a first end and a second end;the receiving cavity for receiving the metal electrode probe, the receiving the metal electrode probe comprising securing the metal electrode probe to the collar unit device, wherein the at least one elastomeric ring mechanically isolates the metal electrode probe from the receiving cavity;the metal electrode probe for detecting vibrations of at least one acoustic event and transferring vibrations of the at least one acoustic event to a piezoelectric element;the piezoelectric element for receiving the vibrations of the least one acoustic event, the receiving the vibrations including generating an electrical signal proportional to the frequency and magnitude of the vibrations;at least one processor for receiving and ...

Functional Communication Lexigram Device and Training Method for Animal and Human

The present invention is a functional communication lexigram device and training method for operation thereof that animals autonomously operate to initiate communication to “voice” their choices to (a) the people around them using recorded spoken words or sounds (or other detectable cue) and/or to (b) wired, wireless or internet connected accessory devices receiving an output signal from the device. The invention includes the method for training the human and the animal how to operate the device using operant conditioning techniques. Using the training method, the animal is taught to press or touch button-like modalities that are identified by visual-tactile-auditory cues and by position in a fixed array and to associate pressing each of the particular button-like modalities with particular positive consequences. The device is used by animals to initiate a communicative interaction with humans; it provides humans with an easily understood cue to meet an animal's needs to improve caregiving, and it provides the animal with more autonomy, choices, and control over environmental features important to it.

ANIMAL WEARABLE DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

Methods, systems, and device for animal wearable technology are provided in accordance with various embodiments. Some embodiments include an animal wearable device that includes: a securing apparatus configured to be worn by an animal; multiple stimulation components coupled with different portions of the securing apparatus; and/or a computerized controller coupled with the securing apparatus and the multiple stimulation components. The computerized controller may be configured to provide stimulation to the animal through the multiple stimulation components. The computerized controller may be configured to separately and/or independently control each stimulation components from the multiple stimulation components. Some embodiments include a method that includes: determining one or more signals at a computerized controller coupled with a securing apparatus configured to be worn by an animal; and/or activating, based on the one or more determined signals, one or more stimulation components from multiple stimulation components coupled with different portions of the securing apparatus. 1. An animal wearable device comprising:a securing apparatus configured to be worn by an animal;a plurality of stimulation components coupled with different portions of the securing apparatus; anda computerized controller coupled with the securing apparatus and the plurality of stimulation components, wherein the computerized controller is configured to provide stimulation to the animal through the plurality of stimulation components.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein each stimulation components from the plurality of stimulation components are configured to be separately controlled by the computerized controller.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of stimulation components include a plurality of vibration components.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of stimulation components include a plurality of force components.5. The device of claim 3 , wherein the ...

CORRECTIVE COLLAR UTILIZING GEOLOCATION TECHNOLOGY

The disclosed technology includes a collar that can output a first corrective action having a first correction magnitude, detect feedback information, and determine a second correction magnitude based at least in part on the feedback information. The collar can output a second corrective action responsive to determining that the collar is within a predetermined distance from an adverse device. The collar can receive map data and automatically determine a first geographical area in which it is permissible for a collar to be located and/or a second geographical area in which it is impermissible for the collar to be located, the collar being related to the system. 1. A non-transitory , computer-readable medium having instructions stored thereon that , when executed by one or more processors , cause a system to:output instructions for a collar to output a first corrective action having a first correction magnitude;receive feedback information from the collar;determine a second correction magnitude based at least in part on the feedback information; andoutput instructions for the collar to output a second corrective action having the second correction magnitude.2. The non-transitory claim 1 , computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the first correction magnitude is a lowest correction magnitude of the collar.3. The non-transitory claim 1 , computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the first correction magnitude comprises a first correction duration and the second correction magnitude comprises a second correction duration that is greater than the first correction duration.4. The non-transitory claim 1 , computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the feedback information comprises motion of the collar following the first corrective action.5. The non-transitory claim 1 , computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the feedback information is measured by a geolocation sensor of the collar or an accelerometer of the collar.6. The non- ...

PET-TREAT DISPENSER

A pet-treat dispenser is provided. The pet-treat dispenser may comprise a hopper, a loading mechanism, and a lower casing. The hopper may comprise a locking mechanism. The lower casing may comprise at least one operating status diode, camera, and sensor. 1. A pet-treat dispenser , comprising: 'wherein the hopper comprises a locking mechanism;', 'a hopper;'}a loading mechanism; 'wherein the lower casing comprises at least one operating status diode, camera, and sensor.', 'lower casing; and'}2. The pet-treat dispenser of further comprising infrared LED.3. The pet-treat dispenser of further comprising a microphone.4. The pet-treat dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is at least one of a motion sensor and a position sensor.5. The pet-treat dispenser of further comprising a high-quality speaker.6. The pet-treat dispenser of further comprising a communication mechanism facilitating communication between the pet-treat dispenser and a computing device.7. The pet-treat dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the hopper has a sensor to detect the pet-treat left in the pet-treat dispenser.8. The pet-treat dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises a synchronization mechanism.9. The pet-treat dispenser of claim 6 , wherein the loading mechanism comprises a rotary reel.10. The pet-treat dispenser of claim 9 , wherein the rotary reel is coupled to a motor and a gearbox.11. The pet-treat dispenser of claim 10 , wherein the motor is operable using the computing device.12. The pet-treat dispenser of further comprising a launching mechanism.13. The pet-treat dispenser of claim 12 , wherein the launching mechanism may comprise gears.14. The pet-treat dispenser of claim 13 , wherein the launching mechanism may comprise a motor.15. The pet-treat dispenser of claim 14 , wherein the motor is coupled to a trigger.16. The pet-treat dispenser of claim 15 , wherein the trigger is operable to shoot pet treats at multiple shooting speeds.17. The pet-treat dispenser of further comprising a ...

REMOTE INTERACTION DEVICE WITH TRACKING OF REMOTE MOVEMENT INPUT

Systems, devices, and methods are provided for remote interaction with a subject in an environment. The device has audio-visual recording and transmitting functionality to provide an operator at a remote location with an audio-visual feed of the environment near the device. The device also has a light emission component which the operator controls and which projects light onto a surface in the environment in the vicinity of the device. The systems, devices, and methods provide operators with the ability to control the positions of the light emission by tracking movement at a remote device at the remote location. 1. A method of facilitating remote interaction comprising:recording visual data at a first location and transmitting the recorded visual data to a second location;receiving the visual data, that was recorded at the first location, at the second location and displaying the visual data on a local device at the second location; andtracking movement input positions on a display of the local device to control the aim of a photonic emission device at the first location.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the movement input positions are automatically transformed claim 1 , at the local device at the second location claim 1 , into video stream coordinates.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the movement input positions are transformed claim 1 , at the local device at the second location claim 1 , to relative coordinates.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the relative coordinates are further adjusted claim 3 , at the local device at the second location claim 3 , by selected calibration data.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the adjusted relative coordinates are transmitted to the first location.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the photonic emission device is a laser positioning device.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the movement input positions include touch and swipe movement on a touch screen display.8. A system for facilitating remote interaction comprising:an ...

NON-INVASIVE DEVICE FOR REMOTELY CONTROLLING AND STOPPING EITHER QUADRUPEDS OR BIPEDS FOR SAFETY AND TRAINING PURPOSES

This invention can be preferably adopted in the sector of the accessories for pets, particularly in the sector of leashes, collars, harnesses and of systems for controlling and stopping quadrupeds and/or bipeds. 1202201. Non-invasive device for remotely controlling and stopping either quadrupeds or bipeds for safety and training purposes , said device connectable to a collar () or to a harness () of the quadruped or biped , said device comprising:{'b': 100', '102, 'a central unit () comprising at least an actuator (),'}{'b': '103', 'at least a receiving system (),'}{'b': 108', '101', '101', '100', '102, 'a cord () connected to a pulling device (), said pulling device () being housed inside the central unit () and connected to the actuator (), wherein{'b': 108', '100, 'the cord () passes through the central unit ();'}{'b': '108', 'the cord () is composed of a single continuous element without a break;'}{'b': 108', '100', '109', '110, "the cord (), outside the central unit (), presents itself in the form of two separate closed systems comprising a left closed circular segment () and a right closed circular segment (), said closed circular segments being adapted to be connected to the animal's front paws."}2100104. The device of wherein the central unit () is equipped with a power supply unit ().3100106. The device of claim 1 , wherein the central unit () is provided with at least a fastening point () for the connection with either the harness or the collar.4300. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a starting up device ().5109110203. The device of claim 1 , wherein the left closed circular segment () and the right closed circular segment () are connected to an elastic dorsal belt ().6102. The device of claim 1 , wherein the actuator () is: a motor claim 1 , a general mechanical claim 1 , an electromechanical or pneumatic actuator.7101. The device of claim 1 , wherein the pulling device () is: a pulley claim 1 , an elastic element claim 1 , a spring or a ...

Pet Spray Training System

An animal behavior modification device is provided. The device includes a sound or motion sensor that is configured to generate electrical signals in response to an occurrence. The device may include a filter, which is tuned to recognize sound frequencies received by and emitted in proximity to a microphone, and generate an electrical signal in response to recognizing sound frequencies characteristic of a dog's bark. The device further includes a canister that holds a deterrent fluid at substantially ambient pressure. The device additionally comprises a pump configured to draw fluid from the canister in response to the electrical signal from the filter. The pump has a spray nozzle for releasing an emission of the fluid that affects the dog's senses. A method of modifying the behavior of an animal using the device is also provided herein. 1. An animal behavior modification device , comprising:a sound detection device configured to receive sound frequencies, and in response thereto generate electrical signals;a filter which conditions the electrical signals from the sound detection device to recognize frequencies characteristic of the bark of a dog;a first canister configured to hold a bark deterrent fluid at ambient pressure;a pump electrically coupled to the filter and in fluid communication with the first canister, the pump having an electrical motor and being configured to draw fluid from the first canister in response to conditioned electrical signals from the filter indicative of the bark of a dog;a spray nozzle configured to release an emission of the bark deterrent fluid when the electrical motor is activated; anda battery arranged to provide power to the electrical motor and to associated circuitry.2. The animal behavior modification device of claim 1 , wherein the bark deterrent fluid comprises a solution that is offensive to one or more senses of a dog.3. The animal behavior modification device of claim 2 , further comprising:a housing for holding at least ...

REMOTE INTERACTION DEVICE WITH TRACKING OF REMOTE MOVEMENT INPUT

Systems, devices, and methods are provided for remote interaction with a subject in an environment. The device has audio-visual recording and transmitting functionality to provide an operator at a remote location with an audio-visual feed of the environment near the device. The device also has a light emission component which the operator controls and which projects light onto a surface in the environment in the vicinity of the device. The systems, devices, and methods provide operators with the ability to control the positions of the light emission by tracking movement at a remote device at the remote location. 1. A method of facilitating remote interaction comprising:recording visual data at a first location and transmitting the recorded visual data to a second location;receiving the visual data, that was recorded at the first location, at the second location and displaying the visual data on a local device at the second location; andtracking movement input positions on a display of the local device to control the aim of a photonic emission device at the first location.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the movement input positions are automatically transformed claim 1 , at the local device at the second location claim 1 , into video stream coordinates.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the movement input positions are transformed claim 1 , at the local device at the second location claim 1 , to relative coordinates.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the relative coordinates are further adjusted claim 3 , at the local device at the second location claim 3 , by selected calibration data.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the adjusted relative coordinates are transmitted to the first location.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the photonic emission device is a laser positioning device.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the movement input positions include touch and swipe movement on a touch screen display.8. A system for facilitating remote interaction comprising:an ...

AUTOMATED CANINE TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE

An automated training system includes a training space sized and shaped to accommodate animals and cameras that view the training space. The system also includes a reward device, a direction device, and a computing device in electrical communication with the cameras, reward device, and directions device, that operates a training portal within a digital environment. Animals reside in the training space and are monitored by the cameras while the animals interact with the direction device and reward device. The training portal operates the direction device to instruct the animals how to behave and then operates the reward device for the animals that comply with the instruction. 1a training space sized and shaped to accommodate animals therein;a plurality of cameras that view the training space;a reward device;a direction device; anda computing device in electrical communication with the plurality of cameras, reward device, and directions device, that operates a training portal within a digital environment;wherein animals reside in the training space and are monitored by the plurality of camera while they interact with the direction device and reward device; andwherein the training portal operates the direction device to instruct the animals how to behave and then operates the reward device for the animals that comply with the instruction.. An automated training system comprising: The present application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application 63/158,863 filed Mar. 9, 2021, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.BACKGROUNDThe present disclosure generally relates to animal training systems and more specifically to an automated training system that controls and administers the instruction of animals so that they learn how to perform preselected tasks and exhibit selected behaviors without the manual contact of a trainer.Common animal training systems utilize hands-on techniques and experienced human trainers to teach behaviors to animals, ...

Wireless Location Assisted Zone Guidance System Incorporating Dynamically Variable Intervals Between Sequential Position Requests

A wireless location assisted zone guidance system incorporates dynamically variable intervals between sequential position requests. Variables used to influence the duration of a current interval between sequential position requests include: location within a current zone; displacement rate within a zone; and output from sensors such as secondary low power location sensors, inertial sensors, and biometric sensors. Preferably, the sensors are not being used to try to determine precise position, but instead to indicate a degree of uncertainty in the current position. When this degree of uncertainty is sufficient to merit added processing and associated energy consumption, a new wireless location determination will be made. 1. A method of incorporating dynamically variable intervals between sequential position requests during the operation of a wireless location assisted zone guidance system having a portable stimulation apparatus , comprising the steps of:establishing a next position detection time interval;electronically saving a unique set of electrically generated stimuli associated with each one of a plurality of distinct behavioral guidance zone values in an electronically accessible memory;electronically populating a plurality of unique locations within an at least two-dimensional data table within said electronically accessible memory with individual ones of said plurality of distinct behavioral guidance zone values;electronically retrieving a first behavioral guidance zone value from a first data table location within said at least two-dimensional data table corresponding to a first instantaneous geographic location of said portable stimulation apparatus;electronically determining a first one of said unique set of electrically generated stimuli associated with said first behavioral guidance zone;electronically applying said first one of said unique set of electrically generated stimuli to said portable stimulation apparatus;responsive to said first time ...

SCENT-BASED TRAINING SYSTEM

The present disclosure is directed to systems and methods for training animals using a wirelessly activated scent-based training system. The scent-based training system includes a reward dispenser that holds a reward. The scent-based training system also includes a scent chamber physically couplable to a target scent reservoir. Target scent molecules flow from the scent reservoir to the interior space of the scent chamber where they may be detected by the animal at which time a reward may be dispensed. The reward passes through the scent chamber prior to being provided to the animal. The reward “pushes” air through the scent chamber prior to passage through the chamber, increasing the concentration of target scent molecules proximate the scent chamber. After passage through the scent chamber a venturi effect created by the reward causes additional target scent molecules to flow from the target scent reservoir to the scent chamber. 1. A scent-based training apparatus , comprising: an inlet port;', 'an outlet port;', 'a conduit physically coupling the inlet port to the outlet port;', 'a wirelessly, remotely, actuatable member that, in a first position, obstructs at least a portion of the conduit and in a second position, does not obstruct the conduit, the actuatable member to release the one or more rewards from the outlet port of the reward dispenser;, 'a reward dispenser to hold one or more rewards, the reward dispenser including a first, inlet, end to receive the reward from the reward dispenser;', 'a second, outlet, end to discharge the reward; and', 'a hollow channel having a first end physically couplable to a scent reservoir and a second end physically coupled to the scent chamber, the hollow channel to physically and fluidly couple the scent reservoir to an interior space of the scent chamber such that scent molecules diffuse from the scent reservoir into the scent chamber., 'a scent chamber remotely mountable and physically couplable to the reward dispenser, ...

ANIMAL INTERACTION DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHOD

An animal interaction device is provided that includes a food access component which allows and disallows access to at least a portion of the food. In various embodiments, the allowing and disallowing of access to at least a portion of the food is dependent upon the animal's condition. A method is also provided such that the device above is provided to an animal, one or more indicators are optionally activated, the animal's first condition is sensed via one or more sensors, and based upon the animal's condition, the previously protected food is made accessible, and subsequently the protected food is made available again based upon the animal's second condition. A system is also provided for automatically interacting with an animal including at least one animal interaction device each of which comprises an initial interaction algorithm to automatically interact with the animal. Other aspects of the invention are provided. 1. A system for automatically interacting with an animal , the system comprising: at least one animal interaction device each of which comprises an initial interaction algorithm to automatically interact with the animal , the initial interaction algorithm further comprising device instructions selected from the group consisting of:presenting stimuli; andcontinuously or intermittently recording variables selected from the group consisting of the animal condition, the device state, and the time of such recording; andcontrolling the timing and duration of the presentation of reinforcement selected from the group consisting of positive and negative reinforcement;wherein the intermittent recordings are transmitted to at least one remote computer; and further wherein the at least one remote computer is programmed to modify the initial interaction algorithm informed by the intermittent recordings, and transmit the modified interaction algorithm to the at least one device to replace the initial interaction algorithm.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

HAND-HELD TRANSMITTER FOR AN ANIMAL TRAINING SYSTEM

An animal training system for controlling the behavior of the animal includes a receiver configured to be worn by the animal, and a hand held transmitter. The hand held transmitter includes a case with an front face, a transmitter circuit within the case for transmitting a wireless signal to the receiver, and an actuator at the front face of the case. The actuator is coupled with the transmitter circuit, and is a non-depressible actuator which is manually movable relative to the case. 1. An animal training system for controlling the behavior of the animal , said animal training system comprising:a receiver configured to be worn by the animal; anda hand held transmitter including a case with an front face, a transmitter circuit within the case for transmitting a wireless signal to said receiver, and an actuator at said front face of said case, said actuator being coupled with said transmitter circuit, said actuator being a non-depressible actuator which is manually movable relative to said case.2. The animal training system of claim 1 , wherein said actuator comprises a knob claim 1 , a dial claim 1 , a scroller or a slide.3. The animal training system of claim 1 , wherein said actuator is rotatable about an axis which is perpendicular or parallel to the front face of the case.4. The animal training system of claim 1 , wherein said case has an opening claim 1 , and said actuator is recessed within said opening.5. The animal training system of claim 1 , wherein said case has a notch claim 1 , and said actuator is recessed within said notch.6. The animal training system of claim 1 , wherein said actuator comprises one of a plurality of said actuators.7. The animal training system of claim 1 , wherein said receiver is a collar-mounted receiver.8. A hand held transmitter for an animal training system for controlling the behavior of the animal claim 1 , said hand held transmitter comprising:a case having an front face;a transmitter circuit within the case for transmitting ...

REMOTE INTERACTION DEVICE

Systems, devices, and methods are provided for remote interaction with a subject in an environment. The device has audio-visual recording and transmitting functionality to provide an operator at a remote location with an audio-visual feed of the environment near the device. The device also has a light emission component which the operator controls and which projects light onto a surface in the environment in the vicinity of the device. The systems, devices, and methods provide operators with the ability to interact with pets and provide exercise and stimulation to pets when their owners are away. 1. A remote interaction device comprising:an audio-visual platform operable to record audiovisual data about the environment;a photonic emission device operable to emit photons into the environment;a photonic emission aiming device operable to receive aiming commands and use electromagnets to aim the photonic emission device based on the received aiming commands;a wireless transceiver operable to send and receive data including the audiovisual data and aiming commands;a processor operable to process data from the audio-visual platform, the wireless transceiver, the photonic emission device, the photonic emission aiming device, and a data and power platform; andthe data and power platform operable to receive data from a computer when connected, and provide power to all device components including the audio-visual platform, the photonic emission device, the photonic emission aiming device, the wireless transceiver, and the processor.2. The remote interaction device according to claim 1 , wherein the wireless transceiver further comprises a wireless controller and an antenna operable to send and receive data transmission signals to and from the wireless controller.3. The remote interaction device according to claim 1 , wherein the audio-visual platform further comprises at least one video recorder and at least one acoustic transducer.4. The remote interaction device according ...

Videos for Pets and Methods for the Creation Thereof

A method for creating a video for pets, comprising: creating visual content for the video; and creating auditory content for the video, wherein the auditory content comprises: a musical arrangement that has a relaxing effect on dogs, the musical arrangement characterized by a tempo in the range of 50 to 70 beats per minute (BPM), and one or more sounds that have a stimulating effect on dogs. 1. A method for creating a video for pets , comprising:creating visual content for the video; and a musical arrangement that has a relaxing effect on dogs, the musical arrangement characterized by a tempo in the range of 50 to 70 beats per minute (BPM), and', 'one or more sounds that have a stimulating effect on dogs., 'creating auditory content for the video, wherein the auditory content comprises2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more sounds that have a stimulating effect on dogs are selected from the group consisting of:a doorbell sound,a clicker sound,a squeaky sound,a door knock sound,a fire truck sound,a bouncing ball sound,a clock sound, andan animal sound.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the musical arrangement that has a relaxing effect on dogs is of a single musical instrument.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the single musical instrument is selected from the group consisting of a piano and a harp.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the musical arrangement that has a relaxing effect on dogs is of two musical instruments.6. The method according to claim 5 , wherein the two musical instruments are a piano and a harp.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the musical arrangement that has a relaxing effect on dogs is of a few musical instruments.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the musical arrangement that has a relaxing effect on dogs contains one or more Solfeggio frequencies.9. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the visual content comprises views that have a relaxing effect on dogs claim 1 , ...

POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT TRAINING DEVICE

A system and method for positive reinforcement training is disclosed. In one embodiment, a user is rewarded for depositing and/or removing items into a receptacle. In one embodiment, a positive reinforcement training device is provided, the device comprising: a receptacle with an inner volume; a power supply; a sensor operatively connected to the power supply and operatively arranged to sense at least one of an addition and a removal of one or more items to the inner volume; a reward dispensing system operatively connected to the power supply and the sensor, such that the sensor sensing the addition of items to the inner volume selectively triggers the reward dispensing system to selectively dispense a reward. 1. A positive reinforcement training device comprising:a receptacle with an inner volume;a power supply;a sensor; anda reward dispensing system operatively connected to the power supply and the sensor, such that the sensor sensing the addition of items to the inner volume selectively triggers the reward dispensing system to selectively dispense a reward.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a pressure plate sensor including at least one of a load cell and a strain gauge.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is an optical sensor.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a radio-frequency identification reader.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the reward is a sound.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the reward dispensing system includes a reward feeder mechanism.7. The device of claim 6 , wherein the reward feeder mechanism includes an auger.8. The device of claim 6 , wherein the reward feeder mechanism includes an electro-mechanical actuator.9. The device of claim 6 , wherein the reward feeder mechanism includes an electro-mechanical trap door.10. The device of claim 6 , wherein the reward feeder mechanism includes a conveyor.11. A positive reinforcement training device comprising:a receptacle comprising a base surface and one or more ...

Programmable Training System for Pets

The invention is a programmable electronic system that uses voice recordings and playback to modify, reinforce or eliminate multiple, user determinable pet behaviors. The user manually records a multiplicity of individual messages in the pet collar part of the system that either encourage or discourage certain behaviors in the pet or soothe the pet's anxiety. Playback of the invention's various audio recordings may be user-initiated by manual control or remotely triggered by proximity detection of one or more discrete location devices. The invention allows the user to control the initial training while providing the flexibility and consistency of an automated training reinforcement process. After the user-controlled initial training process is completed, location devices can be physically positioned anywhere a desired behavior requires modification or reinforcement. These messages are played back by a speaker integrated within the pet collar whenever the pet comes within physical proximity of a corresponding location device. 1. A device for communicating with an animal comprising:A first component for selecting a plurality of audio messages and transmitting a record or playback command to second component;A second component attached by a means to said animal which second component records and stores the said plurality of audio messages and audibly broadcasts a selected audio message in response to a signal received by said second component;A third component which selectively triggers the audio broadcast of a specific audio message when the aforesaid second component comes within a predetermined distance from said third component.2. The device of wherein radio frequency technology is used to communicate among the aforesaid three components.3. The device of wherein infrared technology is used to communicate between the aforesaid three components.4. The device of wherein Bluetooth technology is used to communicate between the aforesaid second component and existing ...

ANIMAL TRAINING SYSTEM

A base of an animal training includes a dispenser that comprises a storage compartment configured to store rewards and to dispense rewards, a base signaling module configured to generate a reward signal, and a base wireless module configured to receive a dispense signal. A first target is detached from the base at a first target location at a first fixed distance from the base. The first target comprises a first target signaling module, a first sensor, and a first target wireless module. A second target is disposed at a second location, wherein the second location is a fixed distance from the base and comprises a second target signaling module, a second sensor, and a second target wireless module. The base further comprises a system configuration module, the system configuration module configured to access and modify configuration information of the dispenser, the first target, and the second target. 1. A system for training an animal , comprising:a dispenser for dispensing food or treats at a base location that is accessible to an animal;a storage compartment configured to store rewards;a base signaling module configured to generate a reward signal;a wireless module configured to transmit and receive a dispense signal to and from, respectively, a first dispenser located at a location other than the base location and is at least a first fixed distance from the base location and to a second dispenser that is at a location other than the base location and is at least a second fixed distance from the base location; and communicate and coordinate training with both a first target and a second target;', 'set a system configuration of the dispenser, and to send configuration commands to the first target and the second target;', 'operate according to training program that includes a target activation schedule;', 'at least one sensor configured to detect at least one of a plurality of predetermined animal behaviors according to the target activation schedule within a ...

REMOTE INTERACTION DEVICE WITH TRACKING OF REMOTE MOVEMENT INPUT

Systems, devices, and methods are provided for remote interaction with a subject in an environment. The device has audio-visual recording and transmitting functionality to provide an operator at a remote location with an audio-visual feed of the environment near the device. The device also has a light emission component which the operator controls and which projects light onto a surface in the environment in the vicinity of the device. The systems, devices, and methods provide operators with the ability to control the positions of the light emission by tracking movement at a remote device at the remote location. 1. A method of facilitating remote interaction comprising:recording visual data at a first location and transmitting the recorded visual data to a second location;receiving the visual data, that was recorded at the first location, at the second location and displaying the visual data on a local device at the second location; andtracking movement input positions on a display of the local device to control the aim of a photonic emission device at the first location.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the movement input positions are automatically transformed claim 1 , at the local device at the second location claim 1 , into video stream coordinates.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the movement input positions are transformed claim 1 , at the local device at the second location claim 1 , to relative coordinates.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the relative coordinates are further adjusted claim 3 , at the local device at the second location claim 3 , by selected calibration data.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the adjusted relative coordinates are transmitted to the first location.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the photonic emission device is a laser positioning device.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the movement input positions include touch and swipe movement on a touch screen display.8. A system for facilitating remote interaction comprising:an ...