JP2008199933A - Cage for pets - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a sanitary and high-convenience cage for pets, using a simple constitution. <P>SOLUTION: The cage 1 for the pets is detachably fixed with a top panel 3 in an opening of the top surface of a peripheral wall panel 2 in which lateral sides of a front panel 2a, a back surface panel 2b, a right and a left side panels 2c and 2d are mutually connected, respectively. In the circle 1 for the pet, each panel is formed into a lattice form with linear members, and each upper frame 5 made of a synthetic resin is mounted detachably at the upper end of the peripheral wall panel 2. A fitting groove for fitting the upper end of the corresponding peripheral wall panel 2 is formed in the lower surface of the upper frame 5, and the upper frame 5 is mounted on the peripheral wall panel 2, by fitting the top of the peripheral wall panel 2 into the fitting groove. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a pet circle in which pets such as dogs and cats are placed.

  A pet circle connects a plurality of panels and accommodates a pet in an interior surrounded by these panels.

For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a pet circle formed by connecting an upper frame and a lower frame arranged in parallel in the vertical direction, and a plurality of panels each having a net-like body arranged between the upper frame and the lower frame. It is disclosed.
JP 2001-245545 A

  However, since the above-described pet circle is formed of a wooden frame, the pet circle itself is heavy and difficult to handle and transport.

  In addition, because it is made of wood, if liquid or dirt adheres to the frame, moisture will penetrate into the frame, making it difficult to wipe off and removing odors. In addition, the frame is warped and bent. There was a problem that the shape of the circle changed.

  Furthermore, since the panel is made of a net-like body fixed between the upper and lower frames, it is impossible to fold the panel, and a large storage space is required when not in use, or the packed size is increased and transported. There was a problem that the cost increased.

  The present invention has been developed in view of such circumstances, and provides a hygienic and highly convenient pet circle with a simple configuration.

  In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention is for a pet in which a top panel is detachably attached to an upper surface opening of a peripheral wall panel in which the sides of a front panel, a back panel, and left and right side panels are connected to each other. Each of the panels is formed in a lattice shape by a linear member, and an upper frame made of synthetic resin is detachably attached to the upper end of the peripheral wall panel, and corresponds to the lower surface of the upper frame. An insertion groove for inserting the upper end of the peripheral wall panel is formed, and the upper frame is attached to the peripheral wall panel by inserting the upper end of the peripheral wall panel into the insertion groove.

  According to the present invention, since the upper frame is formed of a synthetic resin, the pet circle is light and easy to handle and carry. Further, since moisture does not permeate into the upper frame, dirt is difficult to adhere, and even if dirt is attached, it can be easily wiped off and removed. Therefore, it is hygienic because no dirt or smell remains. Further, the frame does not warp or bend, and the problem that the shape of the circle changes does not occur.

  In addition, a fitting groove for fitting the upper end portion of the corresponding peripheral wall panel is formed on the lower surface of the upper frame, and the upper frame is attached to the peripheral wall panel by inserting the upper end of the peripheral wall panel into the fitting groove. The upper frame can be securely attached to the peripheral wall panel. Thus, since it can be attached simply by fitting the upper end of the peripheral wall panel into the fitting groove of the upper frame, the attaching operation is easy.

  The present invention provides a pet circle having the above-described configuration, wherein the top panel is clamped between the peripheral wall panel and the upper frame, and the upper frame is attached to the peripheral wall panel. It is comprised so that selection of the top panel removal mode attached to a surrounding wall panel is possible.

  According to this invention, the top panel can be securely attached by sandwiching the top panel between the peripheral wall panel and the upper frame and attaching the upper frame to the peripheral wall panel.

  In addition, by removing the top panel and attaching the upper frame to the peripheral wall panel, the upper end of the peripheral wall panel is covered with the upper frame, so that the upper end of the peripheral wall panel is exposed even when the top panel is not used. The pet circle can be used safely and suitably.

  Furthermore, since the top panel attachment mode and the top panel removal mode can be selected, they can be properly used according to the situation of use.

  The pet circle according to the present invention is characterized in that the side panel is formed so as to be bendable from a substantially central portion between both sides of the side panel.

  According to the present invention, the peripheral wall panel can be folded flat by folding the left and right side panels from the substantially central part between the both sides, so that it is stored in a small space when the pet circle is not used. It is possible. In addition, when packing the pet circle, it is possible to reduce the transportation cost because it can be made compact.

  The present invention is characterized in that the upper frame is composed of a plurality of frame members in the pet circle having the above-described configuration.

  According to the present invention, for example, even when a long upper frame is used, a plurality of frame members having a desired length are manufactured, and these frame members are connected to form an upper frame, thereby facilitating manufacture and packaging. The cost can be reduced. Further, since the upper frame can be appropriately divided into desired frame members, for example, the upper frame is assembled by combining a frame member having a pressing function for preventing the peripheral wall panel from lifting and a frame member attached to the peripheral wall panel. It is possible to improve functionality and convenience.

  In the pet circle having the above-described configuration, the present invention is characterized in that a tray is detachably attached to the peripheral wall panel via a buckle.

  According to this invention, by providing the tray, it is possible to prevent the floor surface on which the pet circle is placed from being soiled with food and drinks, pet excrement and the like.

  Moreover, since a tray is attached to a surrounding wall panel via a buckle, a tray can be attached reliably.

  In the pet circle having the above-described configuration, the present invention is characterized in that a space surrounded by the peripheral wall panel is partitioned into a plurality of regions.

  According to the present invention, the peripheral wall panel can be divided into a plurality of regions, and can be properly used according to the usage mode of the pet circle.

  Therefore, for example, the space surrounded by the peripheral wall panel is divided into a toilet space and a living space, and the toilet can be trained on the pet, and a pet circle that provides a hygienic and comfortable pet life is provided. can do.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a hygienic and convenient pet circle with a simple configuration.

  Hereinafter, the best mode for carrying out the pet circle according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

  FIG. 1 shows an entire pet circle 1 according to the present embodiment.

  In the pet circle 1, the top panel 3 is detachably attached to the upper surface opening of the peripheral wall panel 2 in which the sides of the front panel 2a, the back panel 2b, and the left and right side panels 2c and 2d are connected to each other. Is.

  The peripheral wall panel 2 (the front panel 2a, the back panel 2b, the left and right side panels 2c and 2d), and the top panel 3 are formed in a lattice shape by linear members (for example, iron wire). An upper frame 5 is detachably attached to the upper end of the peripheral wall panel 2, and a tray 6 is attached to the lower part of the peripheral wall panel 2.

  And the area | region enclosed by the surrounding wall panel 2 is divided by the partition panel 4, and is divided into two area | regions, the residence space 1a and the toilet space 1b.

  In the present embodiment, the pet circle 1 partitioned into two areas of the residential space 1a and the toilet space 1b will be described in detail. However, the present invention is surrounded by the peripheral wall panel 2 as shown in FIG. 9, for example. The present invention can also be applied to the pet circle 10 in which the space is not partitioned.

  The front panel 2a, the back panel 2b, and the left and right side panels 2c and 2d of the peripheral wall panel 2 are connected to each other through a connecting portion 21 formed on the left and right side panels 2c and 2d. The connecting portion 21 is formed by folding the front ends of the horizontal wires of the side panels 2c and 2d, and the vertical wires at both ends of the front panel 2a or the back panel 2b are inserted into the folded portions, thereby the front panel 2a. The rear panel 2b and the left and right side panels 2c and 2d are connected to each side. Further, the inner diameter of the folded portion is set to be slightly larger than the outer diameter of the vertical wire at both ends of the front panel 2a or the back panel 2b, and the side panels 2c and 2d are rotated with respect to the front panel 2a and the back panel 2b. It is configured to be possible.

  At the upper end portion of the peripheral wall panel 2, a protruding portion 22 that is fitted into a fitting groove 51 of the upper frame 5 described later is formed (see FIG. 2). Since this protrusion part 22 should just be formed corresponding to the insertion groove | channel 51, it is not limited to the form shown in figure, For example, you may be provided over the substantially whole periphery of the surrounding wall panel 2. FIG. Further, the vertical wire rods at both ends of the front panel 2a and the back panel 2b are extended portions 23 extending upward so as to be able to be inserted through the corners of the corresponding upper frame 5, and at the upper ends thereof. A screw groove for screwing a screw B for fixing the upper frame 5 is formed.

  The front panel 2a is provided with entrances through which pets can enter and exit on the housing space 1a side and the toilet space 1b side, and pet doors 24a and 24b for opening and closing the entrances are attached to be openable and closable. A slidable lock member 25 is attached to each of the pet doors 24a and 24b so that the pet doors 24a and 24b can be kept closed. Moreover, the receiving part 26 engaged with the engaging part 251 of the lock member 25 is formed in the corresponding front panel 2a so that the door 24a by the side of a residence space can be hold | maintained in the open state. The door 24b on the toilet space side is formed in substantially the same size and shape as the door 24a on the residential space side, and is designed so that pets can go in and out and the toilet can be easily taken in and out.

  The door 24b on the toilet space side is configured to be rotatable until it is close to the side panel 2d, and a receiving portion that engages with the engaging portion 251 of the lock member 25 is formed on the side panel 2d. The door 24b may be held open.

  The side panels 2c and 2d are composed of two halves, a first panel 27a and a second panel 27b, which are divided into left and right parts. Further, the first panel 27a and the second panel 27b are rotatably connected via a side panel connecting portion 271, and are formed to be bendable from a substantially central portion between both sides of the side panels 2c and 2d. Yes. Here, the side panel connecting portion 271 is formed by folding the tip of the horizontal wire of the second panel 27b on the first panel 27a side, and the vertical wire at the tip of the first panel 27a on the second panel 27b side is this folded portion. Is inserted. Further, the inner diameter of the folded portion is set to be slightly larger than the outer diameter of the vertical wire at the tip of the first panel 27a on the second panel 27b side, and the first panel 27a and the second panel 27b are centered on this vertical wire. The side panels 2c and 2d are turned so as to be bent inward (see FIG. 3).

  When the side panels 2c and 2d are bent in this manner, the peripheral wall panel 2 can be folded flat, so that it can be stored and packed in a compact size.

  In the partition panel 4, in the front panel 2 a and the back panel 2 b, fitting portions 42 provided at both side ends of the partition panel are fitted into the attachment portions 28 provided at positions corresponding to the boundaries between the housing space 1 a and the toilet space 1 b. And is divided into a residential space 1a and a toilet space 1b. The partition panel 4 is formed in a lattice shape by a linear member (for example, iron wire), and is set to a height that is slightly lower than the height of the peripheral wall panel 2. Moreover, the entrance / exit which a pet can enter / exit is opened, and the partition door 41 which opens and closes this entrance / exit is attached so that it can open and close freely.

  In addition, in this embodiment, although the case where it divided into the residential space 1a and the toilet space 1b is demonstrated as an example, it is not limited to what was divided into these two area | regions, For example, it divides into three or more area | regions. May be.

  The upper frame 5 is formed of a rod-shaped body made of a synthetic resin and has a rectangular cross section, and the corners are rounded and chamfered to ensure safety so that pets and owners are not damaged.

  A fitting groove 51 is formed on the lower surface of the upper frame 5 to fit the protruding portion 22 at the upper end of the corresponding peripheral wall panel 2 (see FIG. 5). The upper end of the peripheral wall panel 2 is inserted into the fitting groove 51. Thus, the upper frame 5 is attached to the peripheral wall panel 2 (see FIG. 4).

  As shown in FIG. 4, the upper frame 5 is composed of a plurality of frame members. In the illustrated pet circle 1, two side frame members 52, two long frame members 53, and two are provided. And the two frame connecting members 55 that connect the long frame member 53 and the short frame member 54 to each other.

  Here, the side frame member 52 is attached to the upper ends of the side panels 2c and 2d, and the long frame member 53 and the short frame member 54 connected via the frame connecting member 55 are the upper ends of the front panel 2a and the back panel 2b. Attached to.

  An insertion hole 56 through which the extending portion 23 of the peripheral wall panel 2 is inserted is formed at each end of the side frame member 52 and the long frame member 53 and the short frame member 54 corresponding to both ends of the side frame member 52. In addition to being formed, an alignment portion 57 is formed.

  Each of the corresponding end portions of the alignment portion 57 is adapted to be concavo-convexly fitted, whereby the position of each frame member is aligned, and further fixed with screws B as shown in FIG.

  Further, at the respective ends of the long frame member 53 on the short frame member 54 side and on the long frame member 53 side of the short frame member 54, a protrusion 58 and a protrusion insertion hole 59 are provided. ing.

  As shown in FIG. 7, the frame connecting member 55 includes a long frame insertion portion 551 in which ends of the long frame member 53 are inserted on both sides and a short frame insertion portion 552 in which ends of the short frame member 54 are inserted. It is equipped with. In the long frame insertion portion 551 and the short frame insertion portion 552, an insertion hole having substantially the same size as the above-described protrusion insertion hole 59 is formed. Further, frame fitting portions 555 that are fitted to the ends of the long frame member 53 and the short frame member 54 are formed at both ends of the frame connecting member 55.

  A presser portion 553 that protrudes in a substantially triangular cross section toward the inside is formed at the lower portion of the frame connecting member 55. In a mode in which the top panel 3 is removed, the lower surface of the presser portion 553 has a lower surface of the partition panel 4. The partition panel 4 is held by pressing the upper end. A hook portion 554 is formed on the lower surface of the frame connecting member 55 for hooking the horizontal wires of the front panel 2a and the back panel 2b to prevent the upper frame 5 from being lifted.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the top panel 3 is formed with engaging portions 31 in which predetermined portions of the vertical and horizontal wires extend outward from between the adjacent protruding portions 22 of the peripheral wall panel 2. Yes. The front end of the engaging portion 31 is bent downward along the peripheral wall panel 2 so that the top panel 3 is attached to the upper end of the peripheral wall panel 2.

  In the state where the top panel 3 is attached to the upper end of the peripheral wall panel 2, the protruding portion 22 of the peripheral wall panel 2 protrudes from the top surface of the top panel 3.

  Since the top panel 3 is attached to the upper end of the peripheral wall panel 2 in this way, the top panel 3 is sandwiched between the peripheral wall panel 2 and the upper frame 5 and the upper frame 5 is attached to the peripheral wall panel 2. The top panel 3 can be securely mounted (top panel mounting mode).

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8, the top panel 3 can be removed and used by removing the top panel 3 and attaching the upper frame 5 to the peripheral wall panel 2 (top panel removal mode).

  The tray 6 has a peripheral wall portion 61 extending over the outer periphery so that the floor surface on which the pet circle 1 is placed is not contaminated even when excrement or food or drink is spilled. .

  As shown in FIG. 2, the tray 6 is divided into a housing-side tray portion 6a corresponding to the housing space 1a and a toilet-side tray portion 6b corresponding to the toilet space 1b. The housing-side tray portion 6a and the toilet-side tray A leakage preventing projection 62 is formed across the boundary of the portion 6b.

  Further, three projections 63 are formed at positions corresponding to the partition panel 4 of the tray 6, and the lower end portion of the partition panel 4 is fitted between the projection 63 and the leakage preventing projection 62, The lower portion of the panel 4 is positioned, and rattling can be prevented. The toilet tray 6b is provided with a toilet resting protrusion 64 for resting the pet toilet A at a predetermined position. The toilet stationary protrusion 64 is formed so as to be fitted into the outer frame of the pet toilet A, so that the pet toilet A does not move with the movement of the pet, and it is preferable to defecate etc. It is possible.

  The tray 6 is attached to the peripheral wall panel 2 via a buckle 7.

  The buckle 7 includes a buckle body 71 having an L-shaped cross section, a link (not shown) connected to the buckle body 71, and a receiving base (not shown) connecting the link. The peripheral wall portion 61 is fixed. A hook 72 is formed at one end of the buckle body 71, and one shaft of the link is rotatably attached to the other end. The hook of the buckle 7 is attached to the horizontal wire below the side panels 2c and 2d. After engaging 72, the link of the buckle 7 is rotated to draw the horizontal wire toward the tray 6 and fix the peripheral wall panel 2 to the tray 6.

  The buckle body 71 is formed with two groove portions 711 at a predetermined interval. The side portions of the first panel 27a and the second panel 27b adjacent to each other in the side panels 2c and 2d are formed in the groove portions 711. The vertical wire rods are inserted so as to be respectively inserted. Since it is comprised in this way, the 1st panel 27a and the 2nd panel 27b arrange | positioned so that it may become flush | level can be fixed reliably in the lower part.

  Since the upper portions of the first panel 27a and the second panel 27b are fixed by the side frame member 52 of the upper frame 5, the side panels 2c and 2d are bent together with the pressing function of the buckle 7 described above. The backlash of the part can be reliably prevented and the form of the peripheral wall panel 2 can be maintained.

  Next, a procedure for assembling the pet circle 1 having the above configuration will be described.

  In the packaged state, the four panels 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d on the front, back, and left and right side surfaces are connected, and the side panels 2c, 2d are bent inward, and the peripheral wall panel 2 is flat. First, the first panel 27a and the second panel 27b of the side panels 2c and 2d are rotated so that the side panels 2c and 2d are flush with each other so that the peripheral wall panel 2 has a rectangular shape in plan view.

  Next, the hook 72 of the buckle 7 is engaged with the horizontal wire below the side panels 2c and 2d, and the tray 6 is attached to the peripheral wall panel 2 via the buckle 7. In this case, the vertical wires at the side ends of the first panel 27a and the second panel 27b are fitted into the two grooves 711 of the buckle body 71, respectively.

  Subsequently, the partition panel 4 is inserted from above the peripheral wall panel 2, and the lower end portion of the partition panel 4 is fitted between the protrusion 62 for leakage prevention of the tray 6 and the protrusion 63, and the front panel 2a and the rear panel The fitting portion 42 of the partition panel 4 is fitted into the mounting portion 28 of the panel 2b.

  When attaching the top panel 3, the engaging part 31 of the top panel 3 is attached to the upper end of the peripheral wall panel 2, and the protruding parts 22 of the side panels 2 c and 2 d are fitted in the fitting grooves 51 of the side frame member 52 of the upper frame 5. The side frame member 52 is disposed from above so as to be embedded.

  Next, the long frame member 53 and the short frame member 54 are connected via the frame connecting member 55, and the corresponding horizontal wires of the front panel 2 a and the back panel 2 b are hooked on the hook portion 554 of the frame connecting member 55. At the same time, both ends of the connected long frame member 53 and short frame member 54 and the extended portions 23 of the peripheral wall panel 2 inserted through the insertion holes 56 at both ends of the side frame member 52 are screwed together with screws B, respectively. . Here, in the process of connecting the long frame member 53 and the short frame member 54 via the frame connecting member 55 and attaching them to the front panel 2a and the back panel 2b, the frame connecting member 55 is first attached to the long frame member 53. The attachment procedure can be selected in accordance with the convenience of the user, such as attaching the short frame member 54 to the frame connecting member 55 after the hook portion 554 is hooked on the corresponding horizontal wire.

  When the top panel 3 is not used, an operation similar to the above-described operation for attaching the upper frame 5 is performed directly on the peripheral wall panel 2. In this case, since the upper end of the partition panel 4 is pressed by the lower surface of the projecting portion 553 of the frame connecting member 55 of the upper frame 5, the partition panel 4 is securely attached.

  Next, regarding an example of a method of using the pet circle 1 having the above-described configuration, a method for putting a toilet bowl on a pet will be described.

  First, the pet toilet A is installed in the toilet space 1b. At this time, the outer frame of the pet toilet A is fitted into the toilet stationary protrusion 64 of the tray 6 so that the pet toilet A does not move unexpectedly. .

  Next, the pet door 24a is opened and the pet is placed in the dwelling space 1a.

  When the owner (user) senses that the pet is approaching excretion, the partition door 41 is opened and the pet is guided to the pet toilet A in the toilet space 1b. Thereafter, the partition door 41 is closed.

  When the pet finishes excretion in the toilet A for pets, praises that the pet has excreted in the toilet, opens the partition door 41, and puts the pet in the dwelling space 1a.

  Pets can enter and exit using both the pet door 24a and the toilet space 1b side 24b.

  When the sheets of the pet toilet A are exchanged, the pet door 24b on the toilet space 1b side is opened and the pet toilet A is taken out.

  By partitioning into the residential space 1a and the toilet space 1b in this way, the toilet space 1b can be used as a space only for placing the pet toilet A, and tableware and beds are placed in the residential space 1a. It is easy to use. Furthermore, since the housing space 1a and the toilet space 1b are partitioned by the partition panel 4, it is easy for the owner to guide the pet to the toilet, and the pet guided to the toilet never leaves the toilet. . Therefore, it is possible to suitably perform toilet trapping on pets.

  FIG. 9 shows a modified example of the pet circle of the present invention, and the same reference numerals are given to those having the same configuration as the above-described embodiment.

  The pet circle 10 is composed of one room without a space surrounded by the peripheral wall panel 2, and is provided with one pet door 24. The pet circle 10 has a simple configuration and high convenience. It has become.

  As mentioned above, although the Example as an example was demonstrated about embodiment of this invention, it is not restricted to the Example mentioned above.

  The present invention can be applied to a pet circle in which a top panel is detachably attached to an upper surface opening of a peripheral wall panel in which sides of a front panel, a back panel, and left and right side panels are connected to each other.

It is a perspective view showing the whole circle for pets concerning the embodiment of the present invention. It is a perspective view which shows the state which decomposed | disassembled the surrounding wall panel and top panel of the circle for pets of FIG. It is a top view which shows the outline of the state which folds the surrounding wall panel of the circle for pets of FIG. It is a perspective view which decomposes | disassembles and shows the state which attaches the upper frame of the circle for pets of FIG. It is a perspective view which shows the side frame member of the upper frame of the circle for pets concerning the embodiment of the present invention. It is a perspective view which shows the state which attaches the upper frame of the circle for pets concerning embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the frame connection member of the upper frame of the circle for pets concerning the embodiment of the present invention. It is a perspective view which shows the top | upper surface panel removal aspect of the circle for pets concerning embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the modification of this invention.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pet circle 2 Perimeter wall panel 2a Front panel 2b Rear panel 2c, 2d Side panel 3 Top panel 4 Partition panel 5 Upper frame 51 Insertion groove 52, 53, 54, 55 Frame member 6 Tray 7 Buckle

Claims (6)

A pet circle in which the top panel is detachably attached to the top opening of the peripheral wall panel in which the sides of the front panel, the back panel, and the left and right side panels are connected to each other,
Each panel is formed in a lattice shape by a linear member, and an upper frame made of synthetic resin is detachably attached to the upper end of the peripheral wall panel,
The pet is characterized in that a fitting groove for fitting the upper end portion of the corresponding peripheral wall panel is formed on the lower surface of the upper frame, and the upper frame is attached to the peripheral wall panel by inserting the upper end of the peripheral wall panel into the fitting groove. For circle.   A top panel attachment mode in which the top panel is sandwiched between the peripheral wall panel and the upper frame and the upper frame is attached to the peripheral wall panel, and a top panel removal mode in which the top frame is removed and the upper frame is attached to the peripheral wall panel The pet circle according to claim 1, wherein the pet circle is configured to be selectable.   The pet side circle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the side panel is formed so as to be bendable from a substantially central portion between both side edges of the side panel.   The pet circle according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the upper frame is composed of a plurality of frame members.   The pet circle according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein a tray is detachably attached to the peripheral wall panel via a buckle.   The pet circle according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein a space surrounded by the peripheral wall panel is partitioned into a plurality of regions.

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