JP3239831U - dog saliva sponge - Google Patents

Abstract

Disposable saliva-collecting sponge for dogs, which removes bacteria adhering to the mucous membrane of dogs, and which can remove saliva hygienically in a short period of time without any sense of incongruity even when placed in the oral cavity of dogs. offer. [Solution] A saliva-removing sponge for dogs uses a small, fine-textured, soft, water-absorbing urethane sponge in order to minimize discomfort when put in the oral cavity, and the sponge has an uneven surface 3 and a flat surface 4. When the sponge is pulled out of the oral cavity, saliva accumulates on the concave surface of the concave-convex surface, and saliva can be efficiently removed with a small amount of movement. Apply a moisturizing gel or the like to the flat surface. The support rod (handle) is made of paper and does not break even when chewed, so there is no risk of the oral cavity being scratched by fragments or being swallowed. Since it is disposable, it can be used hygienically, and since it resembles the shape of a toothbrush, daily use of the saliva collecting sponge eliminates resistance to brushing teeth. [Selection drawing] Fig. 1

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD The present invention relates to a saliva-collecting sponge for dogs for cleaning saliva in the oral cavity of dogs and for applying a moisturizing agent to the oral cavity in a short time and in a sanitary manner.

Currently, dog oral cleaning tools commonly used include "toothbrushes" and "toothpaste sheets" that are worn on human fingers, but these are mainly used to remove stains from the teeth. used for

Items that are to be used repeatedly, such as toothbrushes, must be thoroughly washed with running water to remove dirt, and must be thoroughly dried before being stored.

Currently, there are many products for cleaning the oral cavity of dogs on the market, but none are specifically for saliva removal, and saliva removal sponges are for nursing care of humans.

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It is ideal to clean the oral cavity of dogs every day, just like humans. There is a tendency that it is not performed on a daily basis for reasons such as "It's painful because you try to finish it in a short time."

At present, a toothbrush or the like is used to remove dirt and saliva, but the part that is applied to the mucous membrane is generally a bundle of hair or silicon. One of the reasons why dogs dislike brushing their teeth and collecting saliva is that the handle and head are hard, so they feel uncomfortable when they put it in their mouth, and they feel pain when they press it strongly against the mucous membrane. may damage the mucous membrane.
In addition, when a dog is a puppy or even an adult dog, if it is not used to cleaning, it may bite the hard part of the toothbrush, and there is a fear that the teeth may be damaged or cracked.

The oral cavity of a dog is an alkaline environment, which makes it easy for bacteria to grow. Since toothbrushes and the like are used repeatedly, no matter how well they are cleaned and stored, it is difficult to completely remove bacteria, and they lack hygiene.

As for the toothpaste, there is a possibility that it will be bitten because it is used by inserting a person's finger, and if you are not used to it, you cannot insert it all the way.

Human-use saliva-collecting sponges are not suitable for small dogs because they are too large and too thick to be inserted into the mouth.

It is difficult to brush teeth in a short time because it takes time to brush every corner, and unaccustomed dogs lose their concentration. It is necessary to continue in a short period of time without burdening the dog and in a hygienic manner.
The above is intended to solve the aforementioned drawbacks.

In order to minimize discomfort when placed in the oral cavity, a small sponge with a length of 20 mm and a width of 10 mm is used.

The support rod (handle) is also thin and long with a diameter of 4 mm.

A urethane sponge with excellent water absorption is used, which is fine in texture and less irritating to mucous membranes.

It takes less time than brushing teeth with a simple operation of inserting it into the oral cavity and pulling it out of the oral cavity.

The primary purpose of the sponge is to remove saliva from the mucous membranes to prevent the growth of bacteria in the oral cavity, but by being able to remove saliva, you can also practice brushing your teeth.

It is hygienic because it is disposable and does not require cleaning.

As mentioned above, it is possible for dogs to collect saliva in a short period of time without feeling uncomfortable even if it is put in the oral cavity, and it is disposable and does not have to worry about how to store it. It is also possible to reduce the burden. Since the purpose of the saliva sponge is to remove bacteria adhering to the mucous membrane, it cannot remove fine stains adhering to the teeth.
By practicing brushing teeth with a saliva-removing sponge and getting used to it, it is possible to further keep the oral cavity clean by using the sponge together with saliva-removing mucous membranes and toothbrushing with a toothbrush.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Fig. 1 is a diagram illustrating an embodiment of the saliva-absorbing sponge of the present invention;

In order to finish cleaning the oral cavity in as short a time as possible, the concave-convex surface of the sponge is applied to the mucous membrane so that saliva can be removed efficiently with a small amount of movement, and when the sponge is pulled out of the oral cavity, saliva accumulates in the depressions. I made a structure like

Most oral cleaning sponges for humans are thick, such as star-shaped or cherry-shaped, but by making a flat surface and eliminating the thickness, discomfort when inserting is reduced.

Regarding the support rod (handle), please make sure that it does not break even if you chew, so that your teeth will not be damaged if you chew, or if the pieces of the support rod (handle) break and get into your mouth, you will be scratched or swallowed. I used bendable paper.

In order to prevent the oral cavity from drying out due to the removal of saliva, a water-absorbing sponge is used, and the sponge can be moistened with water before use to absorb water, thereby keeping the oral cavity moist.
In addition, by applying gel or the like to the flat surface to be used, it is possible to further keep the moisture in the oral cavity.

An embodiment will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
Hold the paper shaft of 1, turn over the dog's lips, and insert the sponge all the way along the surface of the mucous membrane.
When the tree surface of 3 is brought into contact with the mucous membrane and pulled out of the oral cavity, saliva accumulates on the concave surface of the tree.
Rinse with water and repeat this operation up, down, left and right four times.

After cleaning the saliva in the manner described above, a moisturizing agent or the like is applied to the flat surface of 4.
Hold the paper shaft of 1, turn over the dog's lips, and insert the sponge along the surface of the mucous membrane until it is placed.
Apply the tree surface of 3 to the mucous membrane and apply the moisturizing agent to the entire mucous membrane by stroking.

1 Paper shaft 2 Sponge 3 Sponge Uneven surface 4 Sponge Plane

Claims (4)

Dog saliva sponge with small, fine-textured, soft urethane sponge attached to a paper shaft to minimize discomfort when the sponge is placed in the dog's mouth. A saliva-removing sponge for dogs that has a tree shape and has two surfaces: an uneven surface for efficiently removing saliva and a flat surface for applying moisturizing agents to keep the oral cavity moist. Saliva removing sponge for dogs that can be used for tooth brushing practice because you can get used to touching the oral cavity naturally by continuing to remove saliva without difficulty. A saliva sponge for dogs that uses a urethane sponge with excellent water absorption to replenish moisture and absorb saliva.

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