WO2005082318A1 - Dispositif veterinaire et utilisation - Google Patents

Dispositif veterinaire et utilisation Download PDF

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WO2005082318A1
WO2005082318A1 PCT/NZ2005/000031 NZ2005000031W WO2005082318A1 WO 2005082318 A1 WO2005082318 A1 WO 2005082318A1 NZ 2005000031 W NZ2005000031 W NZ 2005000031W WO 2005082318 A1 WO2005082318 A1 WO 2005082318A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
    • A01K—ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; AVICULTURE; APICULTURE; PISCICULTURE; FISHING; REARING OR BREEDING ANIMALS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; NEW BREEDS OF ANIMALS
    • A01K13/00—Devices for grooming or caring of animals, e.g. curry-combs; Fetlock rings; Tail-holders; Devices for preventing crib-biting; Washing devices; Protection against weather conditions or insects
    • A01K13/003—Devices for applying insecticides or medication

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  • the present invention relates to an apparatus for holding an item and which is arranged for mounting on the back of a non-human animal.
  • Devices for implantation or insertion are less than ideal, as they generally need to be removed when the animal is slaughtered, and they aren't easily accessible for adjustment or modification. As such, it is desirable to provide applicators which do not require full insertion or implantation.
  • WO93/02634 there is described a device for artificial insemination of sows.
  • the device is made up of a frame consisting of two hoops and a spinal column fitted over the back of a sow with a holder for a sperm tube. There is a small extension of the sperm tube extending into the vagina. As this device holds the sperm tube in an elevated position above the animal's tail, it would not be suitable for long term use on freely ambulatory field animals, and it could be easily damaged.
  • an artificial insemination device for sows.
  • the device includes a saddle which is placed on the back of an animal and a clip which can grip the flanks of the animal.
  • a rigid arm extends upwardly and rearwardly from the saddle, and supports a sachet containing semen, and a probe extends into the vagina of the animal.
  • a constant pressure applicator associated with the sachet maintains the animal semen in the sachet under pressure. It can be seen that this device holds the sachet at an elevated position, meaning that it is would not be suitable for long term use on freely ambulatory field animals, as they could easily damage the sachet or device as it projects a significant distance above the body of the animal.
  • US 4,635,587 describes a flexible plastic bag-type sleeve which is secured to the rump of a cow with adhesive. A pocket is provided in the sleeve for receipt of an electronic timer module and membrane switch. When another cow attempts to mount the cow carrying the sleeve, the membrane switch is actuated which starts the timer.
  • the electronic timer module indicates to a farmer that the cow is in heat, as well as the duration of the heat.
  • US 6,342,041 also describes a device for detecting estrus in cows.
  • the device includes a natural fibre patch which supports a case for a detector. Pressure sensors determine when the cow is being mounted and a detector emits signals in response to the detection.
  • the patch is glued to the back of the cow's back, close to the cow's tail.
  • Both of the above devices are small and so are limited in what they can carry, and are required to be fully adhered to the animal's back in order to remain in place when the animal is mounted by another animal. Once one of those devices has been used, the 329239-3 electronics components are removed and the sleeve or patch is left on the animal's back until the adhesive weakens sufficiently that it falls off. They are flexible arrangements which provide little or no protection for items inside the patch or sleeve.
  • a holder for holding an item and arranged for mounting on the back of a non-human animal comprising: a housing configured to hold the item, the housing comprising: an upper surface; and a lower part shaped to conform substantially to the shape of the animal's back and including a left side and a right side for positioning on respective sides of the spine of the animal; and a region of enhanced flexibility between the left side and right side for positioning in the region of the animal's spine and which enables the housing to flex so that the relative angular position of the left and right side can be altered.
  • the item may be a physical item or a substance for example.
  • the apparatus may key to the animal's spine in use to help counteract any twisting movement applied to the apparatus by an animal dismounting the animal carrying the apparatus.
  • the device maybe attached on either side of the spine, which when
  • At least a major part of the upper surface is preferably of relatively low friction, and more preferably the finish on at least a major part of the upper surface is glossy. At least a major part of the upper surface may be made from an impact resistant material.
  • the upper surface preferably includes two substantially rigid upper surface portions, one on either side of the region of enhanced flexibility. Suitable material is polypropylene or HDPE for example.
  • At least a major part of the upper surface may be a colour which reflects sunlight to reduce heat buildup due to insolation, such as silver or white for example.
  • At least a major part of the lower part is preferably shock absorbent. At least a major part of the lower part may be made from a relatively high friction material to reduce slipping on the animal's body. Suitable material is polyurethane foam for example. At least a major part of the lower part is preferably less rigid than the upper surface.
  • the region of enhanced flexibility may be defined by a reduced thickness of the lower part, and preferably also by an absence of the rigid upper surface portions in that region.
  • the upper surface portions are preferably joined by a member which enables them to be moved toward or away from one another.
  • the region of enhanced flexibility could be provided by a hinge portion.
  • the hinge portion may be provided by one or more physical hinges or hinge components, or may be provided by a live hinge in the upper surface.
  • One embodiment hinge portion includes a hinge member which connects to the two upper surface portions and which enables them to be moved toward or away from one another, thereby increasing the length across the upper part of the housing.
  • a concertina-type bellows region could be provided between the two upper surface portions.
  • the housing is preferably of relatively low profile in the region of enhanced flexibility.
  • a channel portion may be provided in the region of enhanced flexibility, which channel portion is configured for receipt of the animal's spinal region.
  • the housing is preferably flared along either side toward the rear of the housing, and of relatively low tapering profile along either side so that its edges sit substantially flush with the animal's body in use.
  • the shape of at least the lower part of the housing is preferably substantially symmetrical on either side of the region of enhanced flexibility.
  • the upper surface and lower part may form an integral housing, and may be made by moulding with different materials for example.
  • at least part of the upper surface may be detachable from or pivoted to the lower part to provide a user with access to the interior of the housing.
  • the housing preferably includes at least one connecting member to detachably engage the at least part of the upper surface with the lower part.
  • the connecting member(s) preferably comprise stud(s) which engage in boss(es) in the lower part.
  • the apparatus is preferably configured to hold the item internally in the housing.
  • the housing may comprise or carry a reservoir to hold a substance for delivery into or onto the animal during a treatment application.
  • the substance could also be delivered to the ground to fertilise or otherwise treat the pasture or ground on which the animal stands, or to treat discharges from natural animal orifices.
  • the reservoir may be removable and replaceable in a suitable chamber within the housing, or may be an integral part of the housing which can be re-filled.
  • the holder could be configured to hold one or more substances, either with or without other items.
  • the holder may comprise or hold a pumping arrangement for delivering a substance held in the holder.
  • Said pumping arrangement may be gravity or a venturi system that utilizes the urine stream to draw fluid from the reservoir directly into the urine stream.
  • Delivery of fluid into, onto or from an animal may be in response to a sensed condition such as urination, oestrous, feeding, tail movement or change in body temperature.
  • Sensors can be placed in a body cavity, attached to the surface, or placed in the urine stream to detect the presence or absence of urine or the properties of it.
  • the holder may comprise or hold an electronics device which may be used to record data, take measurements, send signals, etc.
  • the electronics device could be over-moulded into polyurethane foam forming the housing, or a recess or chamber may be provided in the housing for receipt of the electronics devices.
  • the housing may be configured to hold more than one electronics devices and/or one or more other items.
  • the apparatus is preferably readily detachable from an animal's back. Such detachment is preferably provided by a hook and loop fastening system or similar. Strips or patches of hooks or loops may be provided on the underside of the device on either side of the region of enhanced flexibility, so that the apparatus can be attached to corresponding strips or patches of hooks or loops which are adhered to the body of the animal.
  • the holder is provided in combination with at least one strip or patch of loops for attachment to the holder or the animal's back and at least one complementary strip or patch of hooks or substantially mushroom-shaped protrusions to engage in the loops and for attachment to the other of the holder or the animal's back.
  • the holder is provided in combination with at least one strip or patch of loops and at least one complementary strip or patch of substantially mushroom-shaped protrusions.
  • the apparatus is preferably suitable for use with any of a variety of animals such as deer, pigs, dogs and cows for example.
  • the lower part is preferably shaped for receipt in a respective dish-shaped recess between the pin bone and hip bone on either side of the spine, and configured to minimise forward and rearward movement of the holder on the cow's back when attached thereto.
  • This dish shape is generally the same between different cows, however depending on the condition of the cow the angle between the dish-shaped recess on either side differs.
  • the preferred apparatus 329239-3 compensates for that by enabling the angle between either side of the apparatus to be adjusted as required.
  • the apparatus preferably has a lesser included angle between the sides than would generally be required for sitting relatively flush on the cow's back, so that the sides have to be opened apart to fit correctly on the back of the animal, which enhances the attachment to the animal.
  • a holder for holding an item and arranged for mounting on the back of a non-human animal comprising: a housing configured to hold the item, the housing comprising: a contoured upper surface; and a lower part shaped to conform substantially to the shape of the animal's back and including a left side and a right side for positioning on respective sides of the spine of the animal; and a region of enhanced flexibility between the left side and right side and defined by a relatively low profile part of the housing, which relatively low profile region is configured for receipt of the animal's spinal region in use and configured to minimise any twisting of the apparatus on the animal's back if the animal is mounted or dismounted by another animal.
  • a holder as outlined in the first or second aspect above, when used to hold an item.
  • the item is a substance for delivery to the animal.
  • a holder as outlined in the first or second aspect above, when used to hold more than one item.
  • the items are a plurality of substances for delivery to the animal.
  • a reservoir apparatus for holding a substance and arranged for mounting on the back of a non- human animal, comprising: a housing defining a reservoir or configured for receipt of a reservoir, the housing comprising: an upper surface; and a lower part shaped to conform substantially to the shape of the animal's back and including a left side and a right side for positioning on respective sides of the spine of the animal; and a region of enhanced flexibility between the left side and right side for positioning in the region of the
  • the apparatus may be configured to hold more than one substance.
  • the apparatus of the second and fourth aspects may include any one or more of the features outlined in respect of the first aspect above.
  • a method of holding an item or a substance comprising: providing an apparatus as outlined in the any of the aspects above above; and detachably mounting the apparatus to the back of a non-human animal.
  • the apparatus may be holding an item prior to attachment to the back of the non-human animal.
  • an item may be inserted in the holder following attachment of the holder to the back of the non-human animal.
  • the step of detachably mounting the apparatus to the back of the non-human animal comprises attaching at least one strip or patch of loops on the underside of the apparatus or the back of the animal, and attaching at least one complementary strip or patch of substantially mushroom-shaped protrusions to the other of the underside of the apparatus or the back of the non-human animal, and engaging the substantially mushroom-shaped protrusions with the loops.
  • the step of detachably mounting the apparatus to the back of the non-human animal comprises attaching at least one strip or patch of loops on the underside of the apparatus or the back of the animal, and attaching at least one complementary strip or patch of substantially mushroom-shaped protrusions to the other of the underside of the apparatus or the back of the non-human animal, and engaging the substantially mushroom-shaped protrusions with the loops.
  • a strip or patch is attached to each of the left side and right side of the underside of the apparatus, and a complementary strip or patch is attached to the back of the animal on either side of the animal's spine.
  • Figure 1 is a rear perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention
  • Figure 2 is a rear elevation view of the apparatus of Figure 1
  • Figure 3 is a left side elevation view of the apparatus of Figure 1
  • Figure 4 is a front elevation view of the apparatus of Figure 1
  • Figure 5 is a plan view of the apparatus of Figure 1
  • Figure 6 is an underside perspective view of the apparatus of Figure 1
  • Figure 7 is a rear perspective view of the apparatus of Figure 1 with catches of a fastening arrangement opened, which enables the upper part to be removed from the lower part
  • Figure 8 is a rear perspective view of the interior of the lower part of the apparatus of Figure 1
  • Figure 9 is a rear perspective view similar to Figure 8, but including a sachet head and a fluid reservoir
  • Figure 10 is a perspective view of a portion of the upper part of the apparatus of Figure 1
  • Figure 11 is an underside perspective view of the upper part of the apparatus of Figure 1
  • Figure 12 is an
  • Figure 13 is an underside perspective view of a preferred hinge component of the upper part of the apparatus of Figure 1;
  • Figure 14 is a rear perspective schematic view showing the apparatus of Figure 1 mounted on a cow;
  • Figure 15 is a rear elevation schematic view showing apparatus of Figure 1 mounted on a cow;
  • Figure 16 schematically shows an alternative embodiment apparatus having two internal reservoirs under a cover;
  • Figure 17 schematically shows an alternative embodiment apparatus having two integrated internal reservoirs;
  • Figure 18 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment apparatus having a different fastening arrangement for fastening the upper part of the apparatus to a lower part of the apparatus;
  • Figure 19 is a sectional view of detail A of Figure 18, showing details of part of the fastening arrangement;
  • Figure 20 schematically shows an alternative embodiment apparatus having an alternative cover arrangement with two separate covers for the embodiment of Figure 17 for example;
  • Figure 21 shows a preferred arrangement for attaching the preferred embodiment apparatuses to the back of an animal.
  • the preferred apparatus has a housing 1 which includes an upper part 3 and lower part 5.
  • the upper part 3 defines an upper surface having two upper surface portions 7, 9 divided by a longitudinal centreline C-C.
  • a connecting member 11 interconnects the two upper surface portions 7, 9.
  • the housing 1 includes two extensions 13, which are configured to receive a pair of resiliently flexible rods (not shown). In use, when the apparatus is mounted on an animal as will be described below with reference to Figures 14 and 15, the extensions
  • the rods are used to hold an 329239-3 applicator or sensor in or near a natural posterior orifice of the animal, to deliver a substance carried by the apparatus 1 to the animal or to take measurements from the animal.
  • the extensions 13 may or may not be provided, depending on the application.
  • the lower part 5 of the housing 1 is made of a material which is shock absorbent, and is shaped to conform generally to the shape of the animal's back as shown in Figures 14 and 15.
  • the lower part has a left side 5a and a right side 5b, for positioning on respective sides of the spine of the animal.
  • the material is preferably of relatively high friction to reduce slipping of the lower surface on the animal's body. Suitable material is polyurethane foam for example.
  • each side of the underside 5a, 5b of the apparatus is curved convexly downwardly away from the upper surface and configured to sit in the curved regions of the animal's back between the hip bones and the pin bones (as can be seen more clearly in Figures 14 and 15).
  • the shapes of the sides minimise forward and rearward movement of the apparatus when it is mounted on the back of the animal.
  • the material may be sufficiently flexible that the shape of the lower part can conform to the shapes of the backs of different animals. If increased flexibility in the material is desired, the lower part could comprise a material which contains a fluid or moveable items (in the manner of a bean bag), so that the material can flex as required.
  • the outer shape of at least the lower part of the housing is preferably substantially symmetrical either side of the centreline.
  • the edges of the underside are preferably sufficiently steep extending outwardly from the centreline region that a channel portion 14 is formed which is configured for receipt of the animal's spinal region, as can be seen from Figure 15.
  • the interior of the housing is configured for receipt of one or more items as will be described in more detail below.
  • the upper part 3 of the housing is preferably made from a substantially rigid material.
  • the material is sufficiently rigid and inflexible to protect items within the housing from damage should another animal of the same species attempt to mount an animal which is carrying the apparatus.
  • the upper surface is advantageously made of a relatively low friction material. Suitable material is polypropylene or HDPE for example. At least a substantial part of the upper surface may be a colour which reflects sunlight to reduce heat build up caused by insolation, such as silver or white for example. It is preferred that the finish on the upper surface is glossy.
  • the lower part By providing a relatively rigid upper surface and a relatively flexible lower part, if the apparatus is subjected to an impact such as from an animal attempting to mount the animal which is carrying the apparatus, the lower part will compress to some extent to absorb the shock, thereby helping minimise any effects on the items carried in the housing.
  • the surface By providing a glossy or low friction upper surface, if the animal carrying the apparatus is mounted by another animal, the surface will not impede dismounting.
  • the housing 1 is of relatively low profile in the region of the longitudinal centreline C- C, which substantially corresponds in position to the animal's spine in use.
  • the connecting member 11 enables the included angle between the relatively rigid upper surface portions 7, 9 to be altered as is necessary.
  • the preferred connecting member 11 shown includes four downwardly-extending projections 15 as can be seen from the underside view in Figure 12.
  • Each of the upper surface portions 7, 9 includes a pair of elongate slots 17, which each have a length greater than the diameter of the corresponding projection 15, and the projections extend through the elongate slots 17. This enables inward and outward movement of the upper surface portions 7, 9 relative to one another which, due to their downward angles, reduces or increases the included angle between the upper surface portions 7, 9. Due to the low profile along the centreline C-C, adjustment of the included angle between the upper surface portions also adjusts the included angle between the sides 5a, 5b of the lower part 5.
  • Gaskets or washers 18 may provide a weather seal around each projection 15.
  • 329239-3 may be a snug fit between the pins and upper lid cover.
  • the connecting member is preferably more flexible than the upper surface portions 7, 9, to provide a region of increased flexibility between the upper surface portions 7, 9, such that the housing can flex about the longitudinal centreline.
  • Other configurations could be used to provide the region of enhanced flexibility, as will be outlined below.
  • Figures 14 and 15 schematically show the preferred embodiment apparatus 1 in position on the back of a cow. For the sake of simplicity, not all of the detail of the apparatus are shown in Figures 14 and 15. However, it will be appreciated that the actual embodiment will generally include the features mentioned above and below with respect to Figures 1 to 13, or the features described below for the alternative embodiments.
  • Figures 14 and 15 also show a conduit 19 extending from the apparatus 1 to a locator 21 which is positioned in a posterior orifice of the animal, under the animal's tail T.
  • the conduit can be used to deliver or extract fluids and/or can be used for data or electric communication between the holder and the locator.
  • the back of the cow has a pair of hip bones H and pin bones P.
  • the apparatus is shown in the preferred position with each side of the apparatus located in a respective dish- shaped recess R on either side of the spinal ridge S of the cow, between the hip bones H and pin bones P.
  • the shapes of the dish-shaped recesses R do not generally change from cow to cow, but the angles between the dish-shaped recesses R do change. Any minor changes in the shapes of the recesses are accommodated by the flexibility of the underside of the apparatus. Cows in better condition will have a lesser angle between the dish-shaped recesses R, whereas cows with less condition will have a greater angle between the dish-shaped recesses R. Cattle of different breeds can also have different angles.
  • Holsteins have a much lower angle than Jersey cows.
  • the enhanced flexibility of the region between the upper surface portions enables the apparatus 1 to key to the spine.
  • the channel portion 14 along the centreline accommodates the spine. This is desirable as it helps counteract any twisting movement applied to the apparatus such as by another animal mounting the animal carrying the apparatus.
  • the upper surface is contoured and the overall housing is flared at the rear extremity of either side as can be seen most clearly from the right side of Figure 3.
  • the housing is also of relatively low profile at either side, so that edges sit substantially flush with the animal's body in use. Accordingly, the outer edges of the apparatus come into close proximity to the animal's body to prevent hooves from gaining purchase under the edges and dislodging the apparatus. That also reduces the likelihood of the animal carrying the apparatus catching the apparatus on a fence or similar.
  • the apparatus is preferably attached to the animal so that it is readily detachable.
  • a hook and loop fastening system such as that marketed under the trade mark VELCRO, or similar can be used.
  • one or more strips of hook or loop fastener is/are attached to the animal in use - generally longitudinally along the recesses R, and opposing hook or loop strips are attached to or provided on the underside of the apparatus.
  • the combination of the "keying" feature outlined above and the shape of the housing means that the strips of hook and loop fastener provide sufficient strength that the apparatus will not be dislodged during normal use, including during mating.
  • Figure 21 shows a strip or patch 501 of substantially mushroom-shaped protrusions 503 and a complementary strip or patch 505 of loops 507 for engagement with the protrusions 503.
  • the inset to Figure 21 shows the protrusions 503 engaged with the loops 507.
  • the strips or patches can be disengaged by peeling them apart, as shown in the main part of Figure 21.
  • the hook and loop and or Dual Lock fixing strips are kept well within the confines of the perimeter and away from any edge. This configuration prevents pealing if an edge is lifted creating a straight lift at right angles to the strips. That is the configuration in which the holding force is at a maximum.
  • the strips of the hook and loop (or Dual Lock) system which are attached to the animal are preferably adhered to pieces of cloth that are larger than the strips.
  • the cloth patches are adhered to the cow's body, rather than the strips. If an edge of the hook and loop fastener is lifted, the force is distributed by the cloth patch over a large area of hair. This increases the mechanical holding power of the patch and increases the effective lifetime of the holding force which can be reduced by moulting. Cows lose hair but rarely if ever go bald.
  • By using a cloth patch larger than the hook and loop strip the number of hairs holding the patch to the cow is substantially increased. The only effective way to part the hook and loop (or Dual Lock) is with a peeling motion.
  • the upper part 3 of housing 1 can preferably be removed from the lower part 5 by lifting connecting members which comprise release catches 23, which releases hook portions of the catches 23 from complementary pins 25 ( Figure 8) in the lower part 5. Once the release catches 23 have been lifted, the upper part 3 can be
  • the interior of the lower part 5 of the preferred housing defines a chamber 27 extending substantially across the width of the lower part 5.
  • the chamber is configured for receipt of a pump and electronics device 29 as shown in Figure 8, as well as a fluid sachet 31 which defines a fluid reservoir which provides fluid to the pump, as shown in Figure 9.
  • the lower part defines a further chamber 33 for receipt of a battery pack which powers the electronics and pump heads.
  • the interior of the housing could be provided with any number of chambers depending on requirements.
  • a channel 34 preferably extends at least part way around the lower part, and is configured for receipt of the rim of the upper part which aligns the parts correctly and additionally provides a weather-resistant seal between the upper and lower parts.
  • the region of the upper part corresponding to the fluid reservoir is provided with a number of strengthening ribs 35 to help prevent crushing of the fluid reservoir.
  • the region of enhanced flexibility may be defined by a reduced thickness of the lower part, and an absence of the rigid upper surface portions in that region.
  • the region of enhanced flexibility could be provided by a hinge portion.
  • the hinge portion could be provided by one or more physical hinges or hinge components, or may be provided by a live hinge in the upper 329239-3 part.
  • a concertina-type or sliding shingle-type arrangement could be provided between the two upper surface portions.
  • the reservoir or reservoirs could be formed as part of the housing, and could be refillable through a suitable nozzle or connector in the housing.
  • Figure 16 shows such a configuration in which two reservoirs 127a, 127b are formed as an integrally-moulded part of the housing. Fluid passageways 127a', 127b' are in fluid communication with the respective reservoirs 127a, 127b so the reservoirs can be filled or fluid dispensed from the reservoirs without removal if desired.
  • a cover is removable to obtain access to the housing.
  • Figure 17 shows an alternative embodiment having integrally-moulded reservoirs 227a, 227b and fluid passageways 227a', 227b'. In this embodiment, no removable cover is provided.
  • the features should be considered to be the same as the embodiment of Figures 1 to 13, and like reference numerals indicate like parts, with the addition of 100 and 200 respectively.
  • the apparatuses will be adaptable for use with other non-human animals, and may be shaped for use with particular animals.
  • the apparatus may be suitable for use with animals including but not limited to, cows, deer, dogs and pigs.
  • animals including but not limited to, cows, deer, dogs and pigs.
  • the exact shape of the apparatuses and their mounting positions will likely differ from animal to animal, however the overall principles are similar.
  • the apparatuses when used with a deer, the apparatuses will generally be mounted further forward on the deer's back than they would be on a cow's back.
  • the materials described above for making the preferred apparatus are by way of example only. Other substantially rigid polymers could be used for the upper part, and other less rigid polymers could be used for the lower part.
  • the upper part could be made from a suitable metal material such as stainless steel or aluminium alloy for example.
  • the upper surface is rigid and the lower part is less rigid, although that is the preferred embodiment.
  • the upper surface and lower part could be of similar rigidity.
  • the upper surface and lower part could be made from the same material, and they could be part of a unitary component if desired, provided the material provides a suitable combination of strength and shock absorption.
  • a solid core could be provided with an integrated skin, with the crushing protection being provided by the core.
  • the housing will preferably exhibit flexibility in the region corresponding to the spine of the animal.
  • Figures 6 to 11 show one preferred embodiment connecting mechanism for detachably connecting the upper part of the housing to the lower part of the housing.
  • An alternative embodiment is shown in Figure 18 and 19. Unless described below, the features of this embodiment should be considered the same as the embodiment of Figures 1 to 12, and like reference numerals indicate like parts, with the addition of 300.
  • each side of the upper parts 307, 309 of the housing are connected to the lower part 305 of the housing using an alternative connecting mechanism 323.
  • the lower part 305 of the housing is formed with a number of bosses 305a, one of which is shown in Figure 19.
  • the boss has an enlarged cylindrical lower part 305a, and a reduced diameter cylindrical upper part 305b.
  • An aperture extends through the upper cylindrical part into the lower part, and has a tapered all 305c.
  • a shoulder 305d is formed between the upper cylindrical part and the lower cylindrical part.
  • the bosses are configured for receipt of the studs 323, which extend through the upper part of the housing.
  • Each stud preferably has an enlarged head 323a, a reduced diameter intermediate portion 323b, and an elongate shaft portion 323c with fingers 323d extending downwardly from the lower end. Enlarged heads 323e are provided on the fingers.
  • the stud 323 extends through an aperture in the upper housing part preferably having an enlarged portion 309a for receipt of the head 323 a of the stud, an intermediate region 309b for receipt of the intermediate region of the stud, and a lower region 309c for receipt of the shaft 323c of the stud.
  • the upper part is placed in position above the lower part, and downward force is applied to the studs 329239-3 323 which pushes the ends of their fingers into the bosses 305a such that the fingers extend beyond the shoulder 305d of the boss, maintaining the upper part in position on the lower part.
  • a user inserts his or her thumb or finger into a recess 310 provided near the perimeter of the holder, and lifts the edge of the upper part. That causes the studs to disengage from the bosses, so that the upper part can be removed from the lower part.
  • connecting members could be used to connect the upper part of the housing to the lower part of the housing, such as threaded members, levers, cams, studs, or clips.
  • Figure 20 shows another alternate embodiment 401 in which independent covers 407, 409 or upper parts are provided, one for each side of the holder 401.
  • the covers 407, 409 are held in position using studs 423 and bosses similar to Figure 20.
  • the side of the covers opposite to the studs may be held in position under a ledge or recess (not shown) in the lower part of the holder, and the cover hinged into the position shown and maintained in that position by the studs.
  • the sides of the covers opposite to the studs may be connected to the lower part of the housing with a hinge or similar.
  • a recess (not shown) may be provided near each stud to enable each the cover to be lifted and the stud to be disengaged from the boss.
  • the preferred apparatus is resistant to being dislodged if the animal carrying the apparatus is mounted by another animal.
  • the apparatus will provide impact protection for items located within the housing in such a situation.
  • the relatively low friction or glossy upper surface assists in dismounting.
  • the enhanced flexibility 329239-3 between the two sides of the housing means the apparatus can easily be used with different animals, and the apparatus preferably keys to the animal's spine to help counteract any twisting movement applied to the apparatus.

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Cette invention concerne un porte-objet pour articles ou substances conçu pour être monté sur le dos d'un animal non humain.. Le porte-object comporte un logement (301) conçu pour renfermer un article ou une substance et présente une surface supérieure (303) et une surface inférieure (305) dont la forme épouse sensiblement la forme du dos de l'animal. La partie inférieure présente un côté gauche (305a) et un côté droit (305b) se plaçant sur les côtés respectifs de l'épine dorsale de l'animal. Une zone plus souple entre les côtés droit et gauche assure le positionnement dans la région de l'épine dorsale. Cette zone plus souple permet au porte-objet de fléchir et de modifier la position angulaire relative des côtés gauche et droit.
PCT/NZ2005/000031 2004-02-27 2005-02-28 Dispositif veterinaire et utilisation WO2005082318A1 (fr)

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EP1048273A1 (fr) * 1997-11-26 2000-11-02 Santiago Martin Rillo Support de recipient pour insemination artificielle de porcins

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FR2720929A1 (fr) * 1994-06-09 1995-12-15 Gestion Engineering Et Dispositif d'insémination artificielle par gravité, notamment pour truie.
EP1048273A1 (fr) * 1997-11-26 2000-11-02 Santiago Martin Rillo Support de recipient pour insemination artificielle de porcins
WO1999043269A2 (fr) * 1998-02-25 1999-09-02 Bryher Holdings Limited Dispositif veterinaire d'administration de substances et procede correspondant

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