US3970080A
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Animal ear support device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-03-17
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Granted: 1976-07-20
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Expires: 1995-03-17
Abstract
Abstract The ear of an animal is supported as it heals by a soft, pliable body that conforms to the interior surface of the ear and is attached thereto until healed by such means as adhesive tape, suturing, adhesive between the interior ear surface and the body, or any combination thereof. The flap-like outer portion of the body lies against the pinna of the ear and can flex with the ear as need be, while the inner stem portion of the body projects partially into the ear canal and is of somewhat greater rigor than the flap portion so as to promote retention of the pinna in a generally erect condition.
Inventors
- 👤 Billy H. White
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 12:56
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61D; A61D9/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
92 words
An animal ear support comprising a pliable, self-supporting, generally concavo-convex body conforming substantially to the interior surface of the animal ear with which the support is to be used, and means for removably attaching said body to the ear against said interior surface, said body including an outer flap portion adapted to bend with the ear and an inner stem portion of increased rigor relative to the flap portion adapted to fit at least partially into the ear canal to promote retention of the ear and flap portion in an erect condition.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
92 words
An animal ear support comprising a pliable, self-supporting, generally concavo-convex body conforming substantially to the interior surface of the animal ear with which the support is to be used, and means for removably attaching said body to the ear against said interior surface, said body including an outer flap portion adapted to bend with the ear and an inner stem portion of increased rigor relative to the flap portion adapted to fit at least partially into the ear canal to promote retention of the ear and flap portion in an erect condition.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
An animal ear support as claimed in claim 1, wherein said attaching means includes adhesive tape.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
An animal ear support as claimed in claim 1, wherein said attaching means includes a suture between the body and the ear.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
An animal ear support as claimed in claim 1, wherein said attaching means includes an adhesive layer between the body and said interior surface.
Claim 6
Independent Claim
105 words
A method of treating an animal having an ear in need of healing, said method including the steps of attaching a flexible, self-supporting body which conforms to the interior surface of the ear against said interior surface; supporting the ear with said body until healed, said body including an outer flap portion adapted to bend with the ear and an inner stem portion of increased rigor relative to the flap portion fitting at least partially into the ear canal to promote retention of the ear and flap portion in an erect condition, and detaching the body from said interior surface after the ear has healed.
Claim 7
Independent Claim
105 words
A method of treating an animal having an ear in need of healing, said method including the steps of attaching a flexible, self-supporting body which conforms to the interior surface of the ear against said interior surface; supporting the ear with said body until healed, said body including an outer flap portion adapted to bend with the ear and an inner stem portion of increased rigor relative to the flap portion fitting at least partially into the ear canal to promote retention of the ear and flap portion in an erect condition, and detaching the body from said interior surface after the ear has healed.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
A treating method as claimed in claim 5, wherein said attaching step includes applying adhesive tape to the body and ear.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
19 words
A treating method as claimed in claim 5, wherein said attaching step includes suturing the body to the ear.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
26 words
A treating method as claimed in claim 5, wherein said attaching step includes applying an adhesive between the body and said interior surface of the ear.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-07-20 | 1980-01-19 | 1980-07-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-07-20 | 1984-01-19 | 1984-07-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-07-20 | 1988-01-19 | 1988-07-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |