US4221189A
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Protective cups for newly cropped ears of dogs
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-04-30
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Granted: 1980-09-09
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Expires: 1999-04-30
Abstract
Abstract A pair of oblong cups designed to protect newly cropped ears of dogs. Each of the cups has its upper end attached to the arch of a vet's rack. The opposite ends of both cups are connected by means of a strap tied under the dog's neck. The cups are made of non-toxic plastic material and are perforated with ventilation holes over their entire surface.
Inventors
- 👤 Theadora A. Olvera
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 16:04
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61D; A61D1/00; A61D1/04; A01; A01K; A01K13/00; A01K13/006; A61D9/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
84 words
A device for protecting newly cropped ears of a dog which comprises: a first rigid arcuate frame bridging over one of the newly cropped ears; means for stationarily holding said frame on the head of the dog; a first hemi-ovoidal shield made of rigid material, said shield being shaped and dimensioned to cover the cropping scar when it is attached to said frame; means for fixedly attaching said shield to said frame; and means for anchoring said frame and shield on the dog's head.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
84 words
A device for protecting newly cropped ears of a dog which comprises: a first rigid arcuate frame bridging over one of the newly cropped ears; means for stationarily holding said frame on the head of the dog; a first hemi-ovoidal shield made of rigid material, said shield being shaped and dimensioned to cover the cropping scar when it is attached to said frame; means for fixedly attaching said shield to said frame; and means for anchoring said frame and shield on the dog's head.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
98 words
The device claimed in claim 1 which further comprises: a second rigid arcuate frame bridging over the other ear; a second hemi-ovoidal shield made of rigid material; means for fixedly attaching said second shield to said second frame and wherein, said means for stationarily holding comprise: at least one elongated member transversly mounted over the head of the dog, joining the first arcuate frame to the second arcuate frame; and said means for anchoring comprise a strap passing under the dog's chin tying the lower end of the first shield to the lower end of the second shield.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
29 words
The device claimed in claim 2 which further comprises: an elongated member transversely mounted over the head of the dog and joining the first arch to the second arch.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
59 words
The device claimed in claim 2 which further compises a first elongated member joining the forward base of the first arch to the forward base of the second arch; a second elongated member joining the backward base of the first arch to the backward base of the second arch; and cushioning material surrounding said first and second elongated members.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
12 words
The device claimed in claim 1 wherein said shield has ventilation holes.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
The device claimed in claim 5 wherein said shield is made of a non-toxic plastic material.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1983-09-09 | 1984-03-10 | 1984-09-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-09-09 | 1988-03-10 | 1988-09-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-09-09 | 1992-03-10 | 1992-09-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |