Patent ID: 6095094
Filing Date: 2000-08-01
Classification: A01K

Abstract:
A theft-resistant animal leash system for securely tethering an animal to a support structure, said leash system comprising:a leash including a proximal end adapted for connection to said support structure and a distal end adapted for connection to said animal;a collar for placement around a neck region of said animal, said collar including a buckle having a first operative position, allowing adjustment of said collar for placement and removal of said collar about said animal neck region, and a second operative position preventing adjustment of said collar;a clasp connected to the distal end of said leash, said clasp adapted for selective connection to said collar buckle when said collar buckle is in said second operative position to prevent said buckle from assuming said first operative position; and,a locking mechanism operatively connected to said clasp, said locking mechanism selectively lockable to prevent unauthorized operation of said clasp and disconnection of said clasp from said collar buckle to thereby prevent unauthorized movement of said buckle into said first operative position and theft of said tethered animal.