Abstract:
Often it is necessary to restrain pets while they are groomed, or bathed, or dried after bathing, or examined by a veterinarian, or while being exercised outdoors, etc. The auto-adjust pet restraining device applies a uniform pressure around the entire perimeter of the neck when a pet is restrained in the neck area. When the auto-adjust pet restraining device is utilized to restrain the body of a pet, the device applies a uniform pressure around the entire perimeter of that body area. The auto-adjust pet restraining device uses a design that enables pets to be restrained in a very humane way.

Description:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION 
       [0001]    This invention relates generally to the field of pet restraint devices. 
       SUMMARY AND OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION 
       [0002]    Often it is necessary to restrain pets while they are groomed, or bathed, or dried after bathing, or examined by a veterinarian, or while being exercised outdoors, etc. Many pet restraining devices are uncomfortable for pets and some may injure pets. The auto-adjust pet restraining-device applies a uniform pressure around the entire perimeter of the neck when a pet is restrained in the neck area. When the auto-adjust pet restraining device is utilized to restrain the body of a pet, the device applies a uniform pressure around the entire perimeter of that body area. The auto-adjust pet restraining device uses a design that enables pets to be restrained in a very humane way. 
         [0003]    The auto-adjust pet restraining device is self adjusting so as to accommodate many different sizes of pets and automatically adjusts to apply a uniform pressure around the entire perimeter of the neck or the entire perimeter of the body when a pet is being restrained. 
     
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
         [0004]    In order that the manner in which the above and other objects of the invention are obtained, a more particular description of the invention briefly described above will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof which are illustrated in the appended drawings. Understanding that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are not therefore to be considered to be limiting of its scope, the invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail through the use of the accompanying annexed drawings wherein: 
           [0005]      FIG. 1 . Is a top view of the new auto-adjust pet restraining device. 
           [0006]      FIG. 2 . Is a front view of the auto-adjust pet restraining device hanging from a grooming arm. 
           [0007]      FIG. 3 . Is a front view of the auto-adjust pet restraining device hanging from a grooming arm. A dog is on top of a grooming table and is restrained by the auto-adjust restraining pet device. 
           [0008]      FIG. 4 . Is a close up side view of a dog restrained by the auto-adjust restraining device. 
           [0009]      FIG. 5 . Is a close up back view of a dog restrained by the auto-adjust restraining device. 
           [0010]      FIG. 5A . Is a close up of an alternate strap design for a auto-adjust restraining device. 
           [0011]      FIG. 5B . Is a close up of an alternate strap design for a auto-adjust restraining device. 
           [0012]      FIG. 6 . Is a side view of two auto-adjust pet restraining devices. The second auto-adjust pet restraining device is snapped to a ring on the first auto-adjust pet restraining device. 
           [0013]      FIG. 7 . Is a close up view of two auto-adjust pet restraining devices. The second auto-adjust pet restraining device is snapped to a ring on the first auto-adjust pet restraining device. 
           [0014]      FIG. 8 . Is a front view of two auto-adjust pet restraining devices hanging from a grooming arm. 
           [0015]      FIG. 9 . Is a front view of two auto-adjust pet restraining devices hanging from a grooming arm. A dog is on top of a grooming table and is restrained by the two auto-adjust restraining devices. 
           [0016]      FIG. 10 . Is a closeup view of a dog restrained by the two auto-adjust pet restraining devices. 
           [0017]      FIG. 11 . Is a side view of a dog restrained by the auto-adjust pet restraining device. This shows how a loop on the multi-use restraining device can fit a hand so that the auto-adjust restraining device can be utilized as a leash. 
           [0018]      FIG. 12 . Is a top view of two prior art pet restraining device. 
           [0019]      FIG. 13 . Is a front view of a prior art pet restraining device hanging from a grooming arm. 
           [0020]      FIG. 14 . Is a front view of a prior art pet restraining device hanging from a grooming arm. A dog is on top of a grooming table and is restrained by the prior art pet restraining device. 
           [0021]      FIG. 15 . Is a front view of two prior art pet restraining devices hanging from a grooming arm. 
           [0022]      FIG. 16 . Is a front view of two prior art pet restraining devices hanging from a grooming arm. A dog is on top of a grooming table and is restrained by the two prior art restraining devices. 
           [0023]      FIG. 17 . Is a closeup side view of a dog being restrained by two prior art pet restraining devices. 
       
    
    
       [0024]    The objects and advantages of the invention will become apparent when the drawings are studied in conjunction with reading the following description and the claims. 
       DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS 
       [0025]    In keeping with the requirements of Patent Laws there is described herein below the best mode of the invention that is currently known to the applicant. For the purposes of promoting an understanding of the principles of the invention, reference will now be made to the embodiment illustrated in the drawings and specific language will be used to describe the same. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the invention is thereby intended, such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated device, and such further applications of the principles of the invention as illustrated therein being contemplated as would normally occur to one skilled in the art to which the invention relates. 
         [0026]    With reference now to the drawings, and in particular, to  FIGS. 1-17  thereof, the preferred embodiment of the new auto-adjust pet restraining device embodying the principles and concepts of the present invention and generally designated by the reference number  10  will be described. 
         [0027]    In  FIG. 1  shown generally at  10  is a top view of the new auto-adjust pet restraining device  12 . The main loop  13  has a first end  14  and a second end  16 . Main loop  13  has a first loop  18  that has first side  20  and a second side  22 . Main loop  13  has a second loop  26  that has first side  28  and a second side  30 . Sliding snugger  34  slides along main first loop  13  and forms first loop  18  and second loop  26 . Rope retainer  36  fastens ends of rope and form a top loop  15 . Top loop  15  encircles ring  38  and hook loop  39  of hook  40 . Hook  40  has end that opens  42 . Hook  40  has swivel  43 . Hook  40  has curved hook section  44  with end  46 , sliding pin  48 , and knob  50 . Strap  56  has a first end  58  that has fastening material  60  and ring  62 . Strap  56  has second end  64  that has fastening material  66  and ring  68 . A loop  70  is formed that restrains pet between end  16  of main loop  13  and strap  56 . The circle inside loop  70  shows how the neck of a pet would be positioned inside loop  70 . The arrows show how the restraining forces would be evenly distributed around the entire perimeter of the pets neck when loop  70  is tight. 
         [0028]    Auto-adjust pet restraining devices can be make of a variety of sizes and of a variety of materials and optional designs. 
         [0029]    Auto-adjust pet restraining devices can be make of a variety of sizes such as small, medium, large, and extra large. Also an auto-adjust restraining device can be made in a custom size for a special application. 
         [0030]    Auto-adjust pet restraining devices can be make of a variety of material and combinations thereof. 
         [0031]    For example the flexible loops could be made of nylon, or polypropylene, or other plastic materials, or hemp, or leather, etc. 
         [0032]    The flexible loops have a round shape, or a flat shape, and could be made of different diameters and widths of nylon, or polypropylene, or other plastic materials, or hemp, or leather, etc. 
         [0033]    The flexible loops could be made of different colors and/or combination of colors. 
         [0034]    The rings could be made of brass, or stainless steel, or plastic, or other materials. The hook could be made of brass, or stainless steel, or plastic, or other materials. 
         [0035]    The ends of the flexible loops could be fastened by different methods. 
         [0036]    Different labels could be incorporated onto the device for different customers. 
         [0037]    In  FIG. 2 . Shown generally at  80  is a front view of the auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  hanging from a grooming arm  94 . The main loop  13  has a first end  14  and a second end  16 . Main loop  13  has a bottom loop  18  that has first side  20  and a second side  22 . Main loop  13  has a top loop  26  that has first side  28  and a second side  30 . Sliding snugger  34  slides along main loop  13  and forms bottom loop  18  and top loop  26 . Rope retainer  36  fastens ends of rope and form a fastening loop  15 . Fastening loop  15  encircles ring  38  and hook loop  39  of hook  40 . Strap  56  has a first end ring  62 . Strap  56  has second end ring  68 . A loop  70  is formed that restrains pet between end  16  of main loop  13  and strap  56 . Surface of grooming table  82  is where a pet would be positioned. Grooming arm  84  has a clamping device  86  at the base  88  where the grooming arm  84  is fastened to grooming table  82 . Grooming arm  84  has a vertical section  90  a curved section  92  and a horizontal section  94 . Grooming arm terminates in end  96  and has bolt  98  that has a loop  100  that hook  40  of the auto-adjust grooming device  13  can be fastened thereto. 
         [0038]    Shown generally at  110  in  FIG. 3  is a front view of the auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  hanging from a grooming arm  94  with a dog  114  is being restrained by the auto-adjust restraining device. The main loop  13  has a first end  14  and a second end  16 . Main loop  13  has a bottom loop  18  that has first side  20  and a second side  22 . Main loop  13  has a top loop  26  that has first side  28  and a second side  30 . Sliding snugger  34  slides along main first loop  13  and forms bottom loop  18  and top loop  26 . Fastening loop  15  encircles ring  38  and hook loop  39  of hook  40 . Strap  56  is positioned around neck  112  of dog  114 . Strap  56  has a first end  58  that has ring  62 . Strap  56  has second end  64  that has ring  68 . A loop  70  is formed that restrains pet between is end  16  of main loop  13  and strap  56 . Dog  114  is positioned on surface of grooming table  82 . Grooming arm  84  has a clamping device  86  at the base  88  where the grooming arm  84  is fastened to grooming table  82 . Grooming arm  84  has a vertical section  90  a curved section  92  and a horizontal section  94 . Grooming arm terminates in end  96  and has bolt  98  that has a loop  100  that hook  40  of the auto-adjust grooming device  13  is hooked thereto. 
         [0039]    Shown generally at  120  in  FIG. 4 . Is a close up side view of a dog  114  restrained by the auto-adjust restraining device  12 . Bottom loop  18  has first side  20  and a second side  22 . Strap  56  has a first end  58  (not seen) that has ring  62 . Strap  56  has second end  64  that has ring  68 . Sliding snugger  34  slides along main first loop. A loop  70  is formed that restrains neck  112  of dog  114  between end  16  of main loop  13  and strap  56 . 
         [0040]    Shown generally at  130  in  FIG. 5 . Is a close up back view of a dog  114  restrained by the auto-adjust restraining device  12 . Bottom loop  18  has first side  20  and a second side  22 . Strap  56  has a first end  58  that has ring  62 . Strap  56  has second end  64  that has ring  68 . A loop  70  is formed that restrains neck  112  of dog  114  between end  16  of main loop  13  and strap  56 . 
         [0041]    Shown generally at  130 A in  FIG. 5A  is a close up of an alternate strap design for a auto-adjust restraining device. Strap  56   x  has a first end that has a “D” ring  62   x  and a second end that has a “D” ring  68   x . A wide variety of different ring designs could be utilized on various embodiments of auto-adjust restraining devices. 
         [0042]    Shown generally at  130 B in  FIG. 5B . Is a close up of an alternate strap design for a auto-adjust restraining device. Strap  56   z  has a first end that has a loop  62   z  that is made of the same material as strap  56   z . Strap  56   z  has a second end that has a loop  68   z  that is made of the same material as strap  56   z . The loop is sized so that the loop slides freely along loop  13   z.    
         [0043]    Shown generally at  140  in  FIG. 6 . is a top view of a first auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  and a second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a . The second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  has hook  40   a  snapped onto ring  38  first multi-use pet restraining device  12 . First auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  is substantially the same auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  discussed in  FIG. 1  thru  5  which has main loop  13  strap  56 , ring  38 , hook  40  and sliding snugger  34 . Second multi-use pet restraining device  12   a  is substantially the same as auto-adjust pet restraining device  12 . 
         [0044]    Shown generally at  150  in  FIG. 7  is a closeup view of a part of a first auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  and a second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a . The second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  has hook  40   a  snapped onto ring  38  first auto-adjust pet restraining device  12 . First auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  is substantially the same multi-use pet restraining device  12  discussed in  FIG. 1  thru  5  which has main loop  13 , ring  38 , and hook  40 . Second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  is substantially the same as auto-adjust pet restraining device  12 . Second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  has main loop  13   a , hook  40   a.    
         [0045]    Shown generally at  160  in  FIG. 8 . is a side view of a first auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  and a second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  hanging from a grooming arm, above grooming table  82 . The second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  has hook  40   a  snapped onto ring  38  first auto-adjust pet restraining device  12 . First auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  is substantially the same auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  discussed in  FIGS. 1  thru  5  which has main loop  13  strap  56 , ring  38 , hook  40  and sliding snugger  34 . Second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  is substantially the same as multi-use pet restraining device  12 . Second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  has main loop  13   a , strap  56   a , hook  40   a  and sliding snugger  34   a . Grooming arm  84  has a vertical section  90  a curved section  92  and a horizontal section  94 . Grooming arm terminates in end  96  and has bolt  98  that has a loop  100  with hook  40  of the auto-adjust grooming device  13  fastened thereto. 
         [0046]    Shown generally at  170  in  FIG. 9  is a side view of a first auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  and a second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  hanging from a grooming arm, above grooming table  82 . The first auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  is being utilized to restrain the neck  112  of dog  114 . The second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  is being utilized to restrain the rear portion  113  of dog  114 . The second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  has hook  40   a  snapped onto ring  38  first auto-adjust pet restraining device  12 . First auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  is substantially the same auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  discussed in  FIG. 1  thru  5  which has main loop  13  strap  56 , ring  38 , hook  40  and sliding snugger  34 . Second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  is substantially the same as auto-adjust pet restraining device  12 . Second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  has main loop  13   a  strap  56   a , hook  40   a  and sliding snugger  34   a.    
         [0047]    Grooming arm  84  has a vertical section  90  a curved section  92  and a horizontal section  94 . Grooming arm terminates in end  96  and has bolt  98  that has a loop  100  that hook  40  of the auto-adjust grooming device  12  is fastened thereto. 
         [0048]    Shown generally at  180  in  FIG. 10 . is a close up side view of a first auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  and a second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a . The first auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  is being utilized to restrain the neck  112  of dog  114 . The second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  is being utilized to restrain the rear portion  113  of dog  114 . First auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  is substantially the same auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  discussed in  FIG. 1  thru  5  which has main loop  13 , strap  56 , ring  68  and sliding snugger  34 . Second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  is substantially the same as auto-adjust pet restraining device  12 . Second auto-adjust pet restraining device  12   a  has main loop  13   a  strap  56   a , ring  68   a , and sliding snugger is  34   a.    
         [0049]    Shown generally at  190  in  FIG. 11  is a side view of a dog restrained by the auto-adjust pet restraining device  12 . This shows how the top loop  28  on the auto-adjust restraining device  12  can fit a hand  192  so that the auto-adjust restraining device can be utilized as a leash. Auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  is substantially the same auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  discussed in  FIG. 1  thru  5  which has main loop  13 , bottom loop  18 , top loop  28 , strap  56 , hook  40  and sliding snugger  34 . Auto-adjust pet restraining device  12  is being utilized to restrain the neck  112  of dog  114 . 
       Description of the Prior Art  
       [0050]    In  FIG. 12  is shown generally shown at  200  is a top view of two prior art pet restraining devices. These devices are commonly referred to as grooming loops. The first grooming loop  202  has main loop  204  has a top end  205  and a bottom end  206 . Main loop  202  has a bottom loop  212  that has first side  214  and a second side  216 . Main loop  204  has a top loop  223  that has first side  224  and a second side  226 . Sliding snugger  220  slides along main loop  204  and forms bottom loop  212  and top loop  223 . Top end  205  has ring  230  secured thereto and a hook  232 . Hook  232  has end that opens. 
         [0051]    The second grooming loop  240  has a first end  242  that has a fastening loop  243  and a loop end  244 . End  246  has a ring  248 . Restraining loop  249  is formed to restrain pets. This generally is referred to a choker style grooming loop. 
         [0052]    In  FIG. 13  is shown generally shown at  250  is a front view a prior art grooming loop  202  hanging from a grooming arm  254 . Grooming loop  202  has main loop  204  that has a top end  205  and a bottom end  206 . Main loop  204  has a bottom is loop  212  that has first side  214  and a second side  216 . Main loop  204  has a top loop  223  that has first side  224  and a second side  226 . Sliding snugger  220  slides along main loop  204  and forms bottom loop  212  and top loop  223 . Top of main loop  205  has ring  230  secured thereto and a hook  232 . Hook  232  has end that opens. Surface of grooming table  252  is where a pet would be positioned. Grooming arm  254  has a vertical section  256  a curved section  258  and a horizontal section  260 . Grooming arm terminates in end  262  that has a loop  264  that hook  232  of the prior art grooming loop  202  is fastened thereto. 
         [0053]    In  FIG. 14  is shown generally shown at  270  is a front view a prior art grooming loop  202  hanging from a grooming arm  254  with grooming loop  202  around the neck  272  of dog  274 . Grooming loop  202  has main loop  204  has a top end  205  and a bottom end  206 . Main loop  202  has a bottom loop  212  that has first side  214  and a second side  216 . Main loop  204  has a top loop  223  that has first side  224  and a second side  226 . Sliding snugger  220  slides along main loop  204  and forms bottom loop  212  and top loop  223 . Top of main loop  205  has ring  230  secured thereto and a hook  232 . Hook  232  has end that opens. Surface of grooming table  252  is where dog  274  is positioned. Grooming arm  254  has a vertical section  256  a curved section  258  and a horizontal section  260 . Grooming arm terminates in end  262  that has a loop  264  that hook  232  of the prior art grooming loop is fastened thereto. All of the restraining forces of this prior art grooming device are directed at throat area of the pet when the pet is restrained. 
         [0054]    In  FIG. 15  is shown generally shown at  280  is a front view a two prior art grooming loops hanging from a grooming arm  260 . First grooming loop  202  has a bottom loop  212  and a top loop  223 . Top of main loop  205  has ring  230  secured thereto and a hook  232 . Hook  232  has end that opens and is attached to loop  264  of grooming arm  260 . Second grooming loop  202   a  has a bottom loop  212   a  and a top loop  223   a . Sliding snugger  220   a  slides and forms bottom loop  212   a  and top loop  223   a . Top loop of main loop  205   a  has ring  230   a  secured thereto and a hook  232   a . Hook  232   a  has end that opens. Hook  232   a  on second grooming loop  202   a  is fastened to loop  230  on first grooming loop  202 . 
         [0055]    In  FIG. 16  is shown generally shown at  290  is a front view a two prior art grooming loops hanging from a grooming arm  260  with a dog  274  being restrained by the prior art grooming loops. First grooming loop  202  has a bottom loop  212  and a top loop  223 . Sliding snugger  220  slides and forms bottom loop  212  and top loop  223 . Top of main loop  205  has ring  230  secured thereto and a hook  232 . Hook  232  is fastened to loop  264  of grooming arm  254 . Bottom loop  212  of first grooming loop  202  is positioned around neck  272  of dog  274 . All of the restraining forces of this prior art grooming device are directed at throat area of the pet when the pet is retained. 
         [0056]    Second grooming loop  202   a  has a bottom loop  212   a  and a top loop  223   a . Sliding snugger  220   a  slides and forms bottom loop  212   a  and top loop  223   a . Top loop of main loop  205   a  has ring  230   a  secured thereto and a hook  232   a . Hook  232   a  has end that opens. Hook  232   a  on second grooming loop  202   a  is fastened to loop  230  on first grooming loop  202 . Bottom loop  212   a  of second grooming loop  202   a  is positioned around belly  292  of dog  274 . All of the restraining forces of this prior art grooming device are directed at the sensitive under belly area of the pet when the pet is retained. 
         [0057]    In  FIG. 17  is shown generally shown at  300  is a closeup view of two prior art grooming loops hanging from a grooming arm with a dog  274  being restrained by the prior art grooming loops. First grooming loop  202  has a bottom loop  212 . Sliding snugger  220  slides and forms bottom loop  212 . Bottom loop  212  of first grooming loop  202  is positioned around neck  272  of dog  274 . All of the restraining forces of this prior art grooming device are directed at the sensitive throat area of the pet when the pet is restrained. 
         [0058]    Second grooming loop  202   a  has a bottom loop  212   a . Sliding snugger  220   a  slides and forms bottom loop  212   a . Bottom loop  212   a  of second grooming loop  202   a  is positioned around belly  292  of dog  274 . All of the restraining forces of this prior art grooming device are directed at the sensitive under belly area of the pet when the pet is restrained. 
         [0059]    The objects and advantages of the invention will become apparent when the drawings are studied in conjunction with reading the following description and the claims. 
         [0060]    This invention having been described in its presently contemplated best mode, it is clear that it is susceptible to numerous, variations, modifications, modes and embodiments within the ability of those skilled in the art and without departing from the true spirit and scope of the novel concepts or principles of this invention. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. It should be understood that the preferred embodiment has been shown and described and that all changes and modifications that come within the spirit of the invention are desired to be protected. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. As such, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the conception, upon which this disclosure is based, may readily be utilized as a basis for the designing of other structures, methods and systems for carrying out the several purposes of the present invention. It is important, therefore, that the claims be regarded as including such equivalent constructions insofar as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Accordingly, the scope of the invention is defined by the scope of the following claims. What is claimed as new and desired to be secured by United States Letters Patent is: