A dry and wet separation breeding system for non-human primates

Abstract

The present invention relates to the field of non-human primate experiments and breeding technology, and particularly to a non-human primate dry-wet separation breeding system, comprising a breeding device, a waste collection device, and a drinking water device. The tray in the present invention is detachably arranged in a cage frame. When the tray needs to be cleaned, the tray can be removed from the cage frame and rinsed with water, unlike the prior art, which requires a large amount of water to rinse the cage body. Moreover, the cage body is detachably arranged in the cage frame, and the cage frame can house multiple monkeys. Compared with the prior art, the space for raising monkeys can be relatively reduced, and it can be applied to different sites. Furthermore, feces, urine, and food residues are collected through grooves and then separated. The separated feces residue is recycled and processed by a third-party recycling company. The filtered fecal water does not have to be blocked because there is no feces residue, and can be discharged to the sewage treatment equipment on the same floor.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of non-human primate experiments and breeding, in particular to a dry-wet separation breeding system for non-human primates. Background Art

[0002] Taking monkeys as an example, there are two existing methods of keeping non-human primates. One method involves housing multiple monkeys in large pens with a metal mesh covering the concrete floor. The monkeys live on the mesh, and their feces and urine are flushed directly into a drain on the ground and then discharged into a fertilizer pond. This method is only suitable for monkey breeding and is not conducive to experimental observations or individual drug administration and blood sampling.

[0003] Another method of rearing monkeys is to keep them in individual cages, a common method for laboratory breeding. These cages use flushing trays. Flushing requires a large amount of water to flush feces and urine down the drain pipe behind the cage. This flushing then flows into the floor gutter and into the sewer. This requires very thick pipes with a large drop to prevent feces from clogging the pipes.

[0004] Furthermore, the feces and urine of the experimental monkeys cannot be discharged directly into the sewer. This flushing method requires the construction of a sewage treatment facility at the sewer collection point and the recycling of fecal residue, which requires a relatively large site with a considerable elevation difference. Furthermore, the laboratory needs to be built on the first floor, otherwise the sewage pipe would have to be extended to the first floor through the lower floor. The odor emitted by the sewage pipe would affect the floors passing through, and a separate sewage treatment system would have to be found on the first floor, which poses many restrictions.

[0005] Based on this, there is an urgent need for a breeding system that can be applied to spaces with no terrain difference or with a small terrain difference and is suitable for the living of multiple monkeys. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of the present invention is to solve the problems existing in the prior art and provide a dry-wet separation breeding system for non-human primates.

[0007] In order to solve the problems existing in the prior art, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0008] A wet-dry separation feeding system for non-human primates includes a feeding device, a waste collection system, and a drinking water system. The feeding device is used to provide a living space for the primates. The waste collection system and the drinking water system are used in conjunction with the feeding device. The waste collection system is used to collect waste produced by monkeys in their daily lives, and the drinking water system is used to provide drinking water for the monkeys.

[0009] The breeding device includes a cage frame, the cage frame includes at least one placement space for placing a cage body, and the placement space is provided with a cage body that can be replaced;

[0010] The waste collection system includes a tray and a collection device, wherein the tray is replaceably placed under the cage body, a collection slot is provided on one side of the tray, and the tray is obliquely arranged on the cage frame and tilted downward toward the collection slot;

[0011] The collecting device includes a conveying device, a collecting bucket and a receiving slide. The collecting bucket is placed on the conveying device. One end of the receiving slide is connected to the collecting slot, and the other end of the receiving slide is aligned with the collecting bucket. A partition net assembly is provided in the collecting bucket.

[0012] The drinking water system includes a drinking water pipe, which is respectively connected to a water source and a drinking water nozzle. The drinking water nozzle is arranged on the cage frame and can be extended into the cage body.

[0013] As an improvement to the technical solution of the dry-wet separation breeding system for non-human primates of the present invention, the cage frame is provided with a first support frame for supporting the cage body and a second support frame for supporting the tray, the first support frame is arranged above the second support frame, and the second support frame is arranged at an angle.

[0014] As an improvement to the technical solution of the dry-wet separation feeding system for non-human primates of the present invention,

[0015] A first latch is provided on each side of the cage frame, the first latch is provided between the first support frame and the second support frame, and the first latch is close to the second support frame;

[0016] The tray is provided with a first pin hole adapted to the first latch, the first latch can be inserted into the first pin hole, and the tray is fixed to the cage frame by inserting the first latch into the first pin hole.

[0017] As an improvement to the technical solution of the wet-dry separation feeding system for non-human primates of the present invention, the collecting tank is formed in a cup shape, and a scale is provided in the collecting tank;

[0018] The bottom end of the collecting trough is provided with a discharge port, and the lower part of the collecting trough is provided with a cover body, the cover body can open or close the discharge port, and the discharge port is placed above the receiving slide;

[0019] When the cover is in the open state, the liquid in the collecting slot flows into the collecting barrel along the receiving slide.

[0020] As an improvement to the technical solution of the dry-wet separation breeding system for non-human primates of the present invention, the collection trough is provided with a blocking piece, a protective plate is provided above the blocking piece, a second latch is provided on the outside of the tray, and a pin hole adapted to the second latch is provided at the bottom of the protective plate, and the second latch is used to limit the protective plate; when the second latch is in a state of extending into the second pin hole, the protective plate is fixed above the blocking piece, and the protective plate is used to cover the blocking piece.

[0021] As an improvement to the technical solution of the dry-wet separation breeding system for non-human primates of the present invention, the breeding device includes at least two placement spaces, at least two of which are arranged up and down and / or left and right; a fixing ring for fixing the drinking water pipe is provided at the back of the cage.

[0022] As an improvement to the technical solution of the wet-dry separation breeding system for non-human primates of the present invention, the cage body includes a cage opening, and a cage door is provided at the cage opening;

[0023] A third support frame protruding outward is provided on the upper edge of the cage opening, the cage door is inserted into the third support frame, and a horizontal bar that can be clamped on the third support frame is provided inside the cage door;

[0024] A first connecting portion is provided at the upper end of the cage door, and the first connecting portion is provided above the horizontal bar. Both ends of the first connecting portion are loop-shaped or hook-shaped, and both ends of the first connecting portion are passed through the vertical rods of the cage body. The cage door is flipped relative to the cage body through the first connecting portion; a limiting frame is provided at the lower part inside the cage door, and the side cross-section of the limiting frame is fan-shaped.

[0025] After the cage door is flipped over relative to the cage body, the horizontal bar is clamped on the third support frame, and the cage door is in an open state.

[0026] As an improvement to the technical solution of the wet-dry separation feeding system for non-human primates of the present invention, the feeding device further comprises a cage lock, wherein the cage lock comprises a first lock body disposed at the lower portion of the cage door and a second lock body disposed on the cage body, wherein the first lock body and the second lock body are adapted to each other and cooperate with each other to lock the cage door;

[0027] The first lock body includes a lock seat provided on the cage door, a first locking piece and a second locking piece are provided in the same direction in the lock seat, the first locking piece has a trapezoidal or square cross-section, and a movable space is formed between the first locking piece and the lock seat, the second locking piece is provided in the movable space, and the second locking piece can slide in the movable space;

[0028] The first locking plate is provided with a lock hole and a first through slot, the second locking plate is provided with a second through slot, the through slot and the lock hole overlap, a first spring is passed through the lock hole and the through slot, and a key housing is sleeved on the first spring;

[0029] A toggle piece is provided on the second through slot, a fixing post is provided inside the second locking piece, and a second spring is connected between the fixing post and the toggle piece;

[0030] When the cage lock is locked, when the toggle member is toggled, the toggle member pulls the second locking plate through the second spring, and the second locking plate slides relative to the first locking plate in the movable space. The second locking plate extends out of the first locking plate and cooperates with the second lock body to lock the cage door.

[0031] When the cage lock is opened, the button shell is pressed, the first spring contracts, and the first spring drives the button shell to separate from the lock hole, and the second spring pulls the second locking piece to retract.

[0032] As an improvement to the technical solution of the wet-dry separation feeding system for non-human primates of the present invention, the conveying device includes a first platform and a second platform, the bottom surface of the first platform is provided with rollers, and the top surface of the first platform is provided with a lifting mechanism, the lifting mechanism is connected to the first platform and the second platform respectively, and the lifting mechanism is used to drive the second platform to rise and fall;

[0033] The first bracket is arranged on the upper side of the second platform, and the first bracket is arranged outside the collection bucket;

[0034] The first bracket includes a fourth support frame and a plurality of first support legs for supporting the fourth support frame, wherein the level of the fourth support frame is higher than the level of the upper end of the collection bucket;

[0035] The receiving slide is arranged on the fourth support frame, and the end of the receiving slide is aligned with the barrel opening of the collection barrel;

[0036] The partition net assembly includes a second bracket, a side net and a bottom net. The second bracket includes multiple second legs. The multiple second legs are arranged along the inner side of the collection barrel. The side nets are arranged between adjacent second legs. The bottom surface of the side nets is connected to the bottom net.

[0037] As an improvement to the technical solution of the wet-dry separation feeding system for non-human primates of the present invention, the drinking spout includes a hollow shell, one end of the shell is provided with a screw cap, and the other end of the shell is a drinking port;

[0038] The screw cap is provided with a second through hole for connecting to the drinking water pipe. A blocking member is provided in the housing. The blocking member includes a blocking portion and a blocking rod. The blocking rod is movably connected to the blocking portion and is provided on a side of the blocking portion close to the drinking water outlet.

[0039] A return spring is provided between the blocking member and the screw cover, and two ends of the return spring respectively press against the screw cover and the other side of the blocking portion.

[0040] Beneficial effects of the present invention:

[0041] 1. In the present invention, the feeding device is used to provide a living and activity space for the monkeys. The waste collection system is used in conjunction with the feeding device to collect waste produced by the monkeys in their daily lives. The drinking water system is used in conjunction with the feeding device to provide drinking water for the monkeys. The three work together to ensure the monkeys' living environment. At the same time, the tilting of the tray achieves the effect of separating the wet and dry waste produced by the monkeys in their daily lives.

[0042] 2. The tray in the present invention is detachably set in the cage. When the tray needs to be cleaned, the tray can be removed from the cage and rinsed with water. Unlike the prior art, a large amount of water is needed to rinse the cage. Moreover, the cage is detachably set in the cage, and the cage can raise multiple monkeys. Compared with the prior art, the space for raising monkeys can be relatively reduced, and it can be suitable for different venues. In addition, feces, urine and food residues are collected and separated through the grooves. The separated feces are recycled and processed by a third-party recycling company. The filtered fecal water does not have to be blocked because there is no feces residue, and can be discharged to the sewage treatment equipment on the same floor. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0043] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the connection structure of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure of the breeding device in the present invention;

[0045] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the breeding device of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the structure of the cage in the present invention;

[0047] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the cage body of the present invention;

[0048] Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the left side structure of the cage body of the present invention;

[0049] Figure 7 Schematic diagram of the structure of the waste collection system of the present invention;

[0050] Figure 8 Schematic diagram of the structure of the screen assembly in the present invention;

[0051] Figure 9 It is a structural schematic diagram of the conveying device in the present invention;

[0052] Figure 10 It is a schematic structural diagram of the drinking water system and the feeding device in the present invention;

[0053] Figure 11 It is a schematic structural diagram of the drinking spout of the present invention;

[0054] Figure 12 Schematic diagram of the structure of the cage lock in the present invention;

[0055] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the cage lock in the present invention;

[0056] Figure 14 It is a rear structural schematic diagram of the cage lock in the present invention.

[0057] Explanation of the reference numerals: 1 - cage; 2 - placement space; 3 - cage body; 4 - tray; 5 - collection slot; 6 - conveying device; 7 - receiving slide; 8 - collection bucket; 9 - partition assembly; 10 - first support frame; 11 - second support frame; 12 - first latch; 13 - cover; 14 - fixing ring; 15 - cage opening; 16 - cage door; 17 - third support frame; 18 - horizontal bar; 19 - limit frame; 20 - first connecting part; 21 - cage lock; 22 - second locking plate; 23 - second lock body; 24 - lock seat; 25 - first locking plate; 26 - first lock body; 27 - lock hole; 28 - first through slot; 29 - second through slot; 30 - button shell; 31 - second spring; 32 - fixing column; 33 - toggle member; 34 - first platform; 35 - second platform; 36 - roller; 37 - lifting mechanism; 38 - fourth support frame; 39 - first support leg; 40 - second support frame; 41 - bottom net; 42 - side net; 43 - second support leg; 44 - drinking spout; 45 - housing; 46 - drinking water pipe; 47 - screw cap; 48 - drinking spout; 49 - blocking rod; 50 - blocking part; 51 - return spring; 52 - partition; 53 - sealing rubber ring; 54 - fixing block; 55 - water outlet; 56 - second latch; 57 - protective plate. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0058] In order to make the purpose of the invention, technical solutions and beneficial effects of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments.

[0059] like Figure 1 As shown, a dry-wet separation breeding system for non-human primates includes a breeding device, a waste collection system and a drinking water system.

[0060] The breeding device includes a cage frame 1, the cage frame 1 includes at least one placement space 2 for placing a cage body 3, and the placement space 2 is provided with a cage body 3 that can be replaced;

[0061] The waste collection system includes a tray 4 and a collection device. The tray 4 is replaceably placed under the cage 3. A collection slot 5 is provided on one side of the tray 4. The tray 4 is tilted on the cage frame 1 and tilted downward toward the collection slot 5.

[0062] The collecting device includes a conveying device 6, a collecting bucket 8 and a receiving slide 7. The collecting bucket 8 is placed on the conveying device 6. One end of the receiving slide 7 is connected to the collecting slot 5, and the other end is aligned with the collecting bucket 8. A partition assembly 9 is provided in the collecting bucket 8.

[0063] The drinking water system includes a drinking water pipe 46 , which is respectively connected to a water source and a drinking water nozzle 44 . The drinking water nozzle 44 is arranged on the cage frame 1 and can extend into the cage body 3 .

[0064] As the first embodiment of the present invention, first of all, in the present invention, the feeding device is used to provide a living and activity space for the monkeys, the waste collection system is used in conjunction with the feeding device, and it is used to collect the waste produced by the monkeys in their lives, and the drinking water system is used in conjunction with the feeding device, and it is used to provide drinking water for the monkeys. The three cooperate with each other to ensure the living environment of the monkeys.

[0065] Secondly, the cage frame 1 in the present invention includes at least one placement space 2 for placing a cage body 3, and the cage body 3 is replaceably arranged in the placement space 2; generally, one cage body 3 is used to raise one or two monkeys. In order to facilitate the staff to rotate the monkey cage, one cage frame 1 includes two placement spaces 2, and the two placement spaces 2 can be arranged left and right or up and down.

[0066] Since the space for raising monkeys is limited, the cage frame 1 includes two upper and lower placement spaces 2, and two cage bodies 3 are correspondingly provided; and since the cage bodies 3 are replaceably arranged in the cage frame 1, the positions of the cage bodies 3 can be exchanged by replacing the cage bodies 3.

[0067] The tray 4 in the waste collection system is arranged under the cage body 3. The waste generated by the monkey in the cage body 3, such as urine, feces and food crumbs, can all fall from the cage body 3 into the tray 4, thereby achieving the effect of waste collection; at the same time, since a collection slot 5 is provided on one side of the tray 4, the tray 4 is arranged obliquely on the cage frame 1, and the tray 4 is tilted downward in the direction of the collection slot 5, the effect of collecting the waste into the collection slot 5 is achieved by tilting.

[0068] Furthermore, in the present invention, the effect of dry-wet separation is achieved according to the size of the tilt angle of the tray 4. In detail, due to the tilted setting, the dirt can be collected in the collection slot 5. When the tray 4 is in a tilted state, urine or other liquids are more likely to flow into the collection slot for collection than solid feces and / or food crumbs; since urine or other liquids flow along with the tilted tray 4 and are collected in the collection slot, and feces and / or food crumbs are retained in the tray 4, the effect of dry-wet separation is achieved. As an example of this embodiment, the tilt angle of the tray is about 15°-25°, and most preferably 20°. Since feces and / or food residues are in a wet state, they have a certain adhesive force, which makes them stick to the tray, so that liquid urine, etc. can flow into the collection slot, and solid feces and / or food residues, etc. can be prevented from rolling into the collection slot.

[0069] The collecting device includes a conveying device 6, a collecting bucket 8 and a receiving chute 7. The conveying device 6 is used to convey the collecting bucket 8, which is convenient for transferring the collecting bucket 8 so that after collecting the dirt, the collecting bucket 8 can transfer the dirt to other places for cleaning, thereby removing the restrictions on the site and position of the cage 3 on the collection and cleaning of dirt, and also avoiding the situation of flushing with a large amount of water at this location; and under the action of the receiving chute 7, the urine or other liquid collected in the collecting tank 5 flows along the receiving chute 7 into the collecting bucket 8.

[0070] A screen assembly 9 is also provided within the collection bucket 8. Since the tray 4 is tilted on the cage frame 1, it facilitates the flow of urine or other liquids into the collection trough 5, achieving the effect of separating the liquid from solid feces and / or food crumbs. Small feces and / or food crumbs are likely to flow into the collection trough 5 along with the urine and fall into the collection bucket 8 along the receiving chute 7. Therefore, the screen assembly 9 is provided within the collection bucket 8 to better achieve the effect of solid-liquid separation. The collection bucket 8 may be a container that can store liquids, such as a box or barrel.

[0071] The drinking water system includes a drinking water pipe 46, which is connected to an external water source and leads drinking water to a drinking nozzle 44 for the monkey to drink.

[0072] As a second embodiment of the present invention, the conveying device 6 is a mobile platform with wheels, which can facilitate the movement of the collection bucket 8 by the staff. The conveying device 6 includes a first platform 34 and a second platform 35. The bottom surface of the first platform 34 is provided with rollers 36. The top surface of the first platform 34 is provided with a lifting mechanism 37. The lifting mechanism 37 connects the first platform 34 and the second platform 35 respectively, and the lifting mechanism 37 is used to drive the second platform 35 to rise and fall.

[0073] The first bracket is arranged above the second platform 35, and the first bracket is arranged outside the collecting bucket 8; the first bracket includes a fourth support frame 38 and a plurality of first support legs 39 for supporting the fourth support frame 38, and the horizontal height of the fourth support frame 38 is higher than the horizontal height of the upper end of the collecting bucket 8; the receiving slide 7 is arranged on the fourth support frame 38, and the end of the receiving slide 7 is aligned with the barrel mouth of the collecting bucket 8; the partition net assembly 9 includes a second bracket 40, a side net 42 and a bottom net 41, the second bracket 40 includes a plurality of second support legs 43, and the plurality of second support legs 43 are arranged along the inner side of the collecting bucket 8, and a side net 42 is arranged between adjacent second support legs 43, and the bottom surface of the side net 42 is connected to the bottom net 41.

[0074] When in use, the conveying device 6 can be moved by the roller 36 arranged on the bottom surface of the first platform 34, and under the action of the lifting mechanism 37, the second platform 35 can be raised and lowered relative to the first platform 34. The distance between the collection bucket 8 and the collection slot 5 can be adjusted by the lifting mechanism 37 as needed.

[0075] In detail, since the bottom surface of the first platform 34 is provided with rollers 36, the first platform 34 can be used to drive the movement of the entire conveying device 6, and a lifting mechanism 37 is provided on the top of the first platform 34. The lifting mechanism 37 is arranged between the first platform 34 and the second platform 35. Under the action of the lifting mechanism 37, the second platform 35 can be made to rise and fall relative to the first platform 34; the collection bucket 8 is placed on the second platform 35, and the lifting mechanism 37 can be used to control the lifting of the second platform 35 to achieve the effect of adjusting the distance between the collection bucket 8 and the collection slot 5.

[0076] Furthermore, a first bracket is provided on top of the second platform 35, which is used to fix the receiving slide 7 so that the end of the receiving slide 7 is aligned with the barrel mouth of the collection bucket 8. Since the horizontal height of the fourth support frame 38 is higher than the horizontal height of the upper end of the collection bucket 8, one end of the receiving slide 7 is connected to the top of the fourth support frame 38.

[0077] The screen assembly 9 includes a second bracket 40, side nets 42, and a bottom net 41. The second bracket 40 includes a plurality of second legs 43, which are positioned along the inside of the collection bucket 8. Side nets 42 are positioned between adjacent second legs 43, and the bottoms of the side nets 42 are connected to the bottom net 41. During use, the screen assembly 9 is placed in the collection bucket 8 so that the side nets 42 are in close contact with the inner wall of the collection bucket 8. Preferably, the screen assembly 9 is removably mounted in the collection bucket 8.

[0078] More preferably, the height of the bottom net 41 in the screen assembly 9 is higher than half the height of the collection bucket 8. Furthermore, the sewage collection system also includes a buoy and a first pump body. The buoy is disposed in the collection bucket 8, and a staff member can determine the liquid volume in the collection bucket 8 by observing the height of the buoy. The bottom of the collection bucket 8 is provided with an outlet 55 for discharging the sewage in the collection bucket 8. The outlet 55 discharges the sewage into the sewage treatment equipment through a pipe. The first pump body is provided on the pipe to provide pressure for the discharge of the sewage. During use, the staff member determines the liquid volume in the collection bucket 8 by using the buoy. When the liquid volume reaches a certain amount, the first pump body is activated, causing the sewage to be discharged through the pipe into the sewage treatment equipment.

[0079] As a third embodiment of the present invention, a drinking spout 44 includes a hollow housing 45, with a screw cap 47 disposed at one end and a drinking spout 48 at the other end. The screw cap 47 defines a second through-hole for connection to a drinking pipe 46. A blocking member is disposed within the housing 45, comprising a blocking portion 50 and a blocking rod 49. The blocking rod 49 is movably connected to the blocking portion 50 and disposed on a side of the blocking portion 50 near the drinking spout 48. A return spring 51 is disposed between the blocking member and the screw cap 47, with its two ends respectively supporting the screw cap 47 and the other side of the blocking portion 50. Preferably, a sealing rubber ring 53 is disposed on the outside of the blocking portion 50. This sealing rubber ring 53 seals the housing 45 and increases friction between the inner wall of the housing 45 and the sealing rubber ring 53, thereby preventing leakage from the drinking spout 44. A partition 52 is also provided on the side of the sealing soft rubber ring 53 close to the drinking water outlet 48. The partition 52 is ring-shaped. The position of the sealing soft rubber ring 53 and the blocking part 50 is limited by the partition 52, which not only prevents the sealing soft rubber ring 53 and the blocking part 50 from separating from the shell 45, but also when the monkey releases the blocking part 50, the blocking part 50 can be restored to its original position through the partition 52, even if the outer edge of the blocking part 50 contacts the inner wall of the shell 45, even if the blocking part 50 reseals the gap.

[0080] Since the blocking rod 49 is vertically and movably connected to the blocking part 50, when force is applied to the blocking rod 49, the blocking part 50 can tilt, so that a gap is formed between the blocking part 50 and the inner wall of the shell 45. This gap can facilitate the flow of water, thereby making it easier for the monkey to drink.

[0081] When the monkey does not drink water, the blocking portion 50 and the blocking rod 49 are completely fitted together, and the return spring 51 supports the blocking rod 49, thereby blocking the water source.

[0082] When the monkey needs to drink water, the monkey gently bites the blocking rod 49 or licks the blocking rod 49 with its tongue, and the blocking rod 49 is pressed down or deflected to the four sides along the length direction of the shell 45, so that a gap is formed between the blocking part 50 and the inner wall of the shell 45. This gap can facilitate the flow of water and make it easier for the monkey to drink.

[0083] When the monkey releases the blocking rod 49, the return spring 51 returns to its original state, and the outer side of the blocking portion 50 contacts the inner wall of the shell 45 again under the action of water pressure to prevent water from flowing back.

[0084] It should be noted that the radius of the return spring 51 is greater than the radius of the second through hole to prevent the return spring 51 from separating from the housing 45 .

[0085] As a fourth embodiment of the present invention, the cage frame 1 is provided with a first support frame 10 for supporting the cage body 3 and a second support frame 11 for supporting the tray 4. The first support frame 10 is arranged above the second support frame 11, and the second support frame 11 is arranged at an angle.

[0086] In this embodiment, the cage body 3 and the tray 4 can be supported by the first support frame 10 and the second support frame 11 respectively, so as to achieve the effect of placing the cage body 3 and the tray 4 in the cage frame 1 accordingly.

[0087] As an example of this embodiment, a cage 1 includes two placement spaces 2 for accommodating cages 3. The two placement spaces 2 are arranged one above the other. Two first support frames 10 and two second support frames 11 are provided on the cage 3. The two cages 3 and two trays 4 are placed correspondingly on the first support frames 10 and the second support frames 11, thereby achieving the effect of correspondingly placing the cages 3 and trays 4 in the cage 1. Preferably, the two cages 3 and the two trays 4 are placed in or out from the same side of the cage 1, optimizing the arrangement of the breeding device.

[0088] As a fifth embodiment of the present invention, a first latch 12 is provided on the cage frame 1, and the first latch 12 is arranged between the first support frame 10 and the second support frame 11, and the first latch 12 is close to the second support frame 11; a first pin hole adapted to the first latch 12 is provided on the tray 4, and the first latch 12 can be inserted into the first pin hole, and the tray 4 is fixed to the cage frame 1 by inserting the first latch 12 into the first pin hole.

[0089] As the sixth embodiment of the present invention, the collecting tank 5 is formed in a cup shape, and a scale is provided inside the collecting tank 5; a discharge port is provided at the bottom end of the collecting tank 5, and a cover body 13 is provided at the lower part of the collecting tank 5, and the cover body 13 can open or close the discharge port, and the discharge port is placed above the receiving slide 7; when the cover body 13 is in the open state, the liquid in the collecting tank 5 flows along the receiving slide 7 into the collection bucket 8.

[0090] Furthermore, the collection slot 5 is equipped with a blocking member, with a protective plate 57 positioned above the blocking member. A second latch 56 is positioned on the outside of the tray 4. The bottom of the protective plate 57 has a second pin hole adapted to fit the second latch 56. The second latch 56 is used to restrain the protective plate 57. When the second latch 56 is extended into the second pin hole, the protective plate 57 is fixed above the blocking member, shielding the blocking member. By shielding the blocking member with the protective plate 57, the monkeys can be prevented from using the blocking member as a toy out of curiosity, thereby ensuring the service life of the blocking member.

[0091] Specifically, in this embodiment, a plugging member is provided in the collection slot 5 to block the collection slot 5. A protective plate 57 is provided on one side of the tray 4 where the collection slot 5 is located. The protective plate 57 is positioned above the collection slot 5. Protecting the plugging member from the monkeys, the protective plate 57 prevents them from using the plugging member as a toy out of curiosity. This not only ensures the lifespan of the plugging member but also prevents the monkeys from accidentally opening the plugging member and causing urine to drip onto the ground.

[0092] The area of ​​the protection plate 57 is smaller than the area of ​​the tray. It is only necessary to detachably set the protection plate 57 on one side of the tray 4 to achieve the effect of shielding the blocking member.

[0093] Furthermore, a second latch 56 is provided on the outer side of the tray 4, and a second pin hole is provided on the lower part of the protective plate 57. The second latch 56 and the second pin hole are adapted to each other. When the second latch 56 is connected to the second pin hole, the protective plate 57 is fixed on the tray 4; when the second latch 56 is separated from the second pin hole, the protective plate 57 and the tray 4 are separated from each other.

[0094] Because the protective plate 57 is provided on one side of the tray 4, the monkey's urine, feces, and / or food residue in the cage will still fall into the tray 4. When the tray 4 needs to be cleaned, the blocking member can be removed from the collection slot 5, and then the cover 13 can be opened to prevent urine from directly rushing onto the user's hands. At the same time, the blocking member and the cover 13 can form a double layer to prevent urine from leaking out of the tray 4.

[0095] Urine and other waste are collected in the collection tank. The amount of liquid in the collection tank 5 can be seen by the scale, and the discharge port can be opened or closed through the cover 13 to allow the liquid in the collection tank 5 to flow along the receiving slide 7 into the collection bucket 8.

[0096] As a seventh embodiment of the present invention, a fixing ring 14 for fixing a drinking water pipe 46 is provided on the back of the cage frame 1, and a drinking spout 44 extends into the cage body 3 from the back or side of the cage frame 1. The drinking water pipe 46 can be fixed by the fixing ring 14, thereby ensuring the neatness of the environment; at the same time, it can also facilitate the distinction between the drinking water pipe 46 and the flushing pipe.

[0097] As an eighth embodiment of the present invention, the cage body 3 includes a cage opening 15, and a cage door 16 is provided at the cage opening 15; a third support frame 17 protruding outward is provided at the upper edge of the cage opening 15, and the cage door 16 is inserted into the third support frame 17. A horizontal bar 18 that can be clamped on the third support frame 17 is provided inside the cage door 16;

[0098] A first connecting portion 20 is provided at the upper end of the cage door 16, positioned above the horizontal bar 18. The ends of the first connecting portion 20 are looped or hooked, and each end of the first connecting portion 20 is inserted through the vertical bars of the cage body 3. The cage door 16 is tilted relative to the cage body 3 via the first connecting portion 20. A limiter 19 is provided at the lower inner portion of the cage door 16, with a fan-shaped side cross-section. After the cage door 16 is tilted relative to the cage body 3, the horizontal bar 18 engages the third support frame 17, and the cage door 16 is in the open position.

[0099] Specifically, because the first connecting portion 20 at the upper end of the cage door 16 has looped or hooked ends, and the looped or hooked ends are inserted into the vertical bars of the cage body 3, a rotational space is formed within the looped or hooked ends. When the cage door 16 needs to be opened relative to the cage body 3, the looped or hooked ends, within the rotational space, provide space for the cage door 16 to tilt relative to the cage body 3. After the cage door 16 has tilted a certain angle relative to the cage body 3, the upper portion of the cage door 16 can be inserted into the third support frame 17, and the horizontal bar 18 is fixed on the third support frame 17, locking the cage door 16 in place and preventing it from falling, thus keeping the cage door 16 open. This allows the operator to open the cage door 16 and maintain it open when inspecting or rotating the monkey. This frees up the operator's hands and improves work efficiency. When the monkey needs to be rotated, one person can do the operation without other staff members having to keep the cage 3 open by hand.

[0100] As an eighth embodiment of the present invention, the breeding device also includes a cage lock 21, the cage lock 21 includes a first lock body 26 arranged at the lower part of the cage door 16 and a second lock body 23 arranged on the cage body 3, the first lock body 26 and the second lock body 23 are adapted to each other, and the first lock body 26 and the second lock body 23 cooperate to lock the cage door 16; the first lock body 26 includes a lock seat 24 arranged on the cage door 16, and the lock seat 24 is provided with a first locking piece 25 and a second locking piece 22 in the same direction. The cross-section of the first locking piece 25 is trapezoidal or square, and an active space is formed between the first locking piece 25 and the lock seat 24, and the second locking piece 22 is provided in the active space, and The second locking piece 22 can slide in the movable space; a lock hole 27 and a first through slot 28 are provided on the lock seat 24, and a second through slot 29 is provided on the second locking piece 22. The first through slot 28, the second through slot 29 and the lock hole 27 partially overlap. A first spring is passed through the lock hole 27 and the through slot, and a button shell 30 is sleeved on the first spring; a toggle piece 33 is passed through the second through slot 29, a fixing column 32 is provided inside the second locking piece 22, and a fixing block 54 is provided inside the first locking piece 25, and a second spring 31 is connected between the fixing column 32 and the fixing block 54; the setting direction of the first spring is perpendicular to the setting direction of the second spring 31.

[0101] When the cage lock 21 is locked, when the toggle member 33 is toggled, the toggle member 33 pulls the second locking plate 22 via the second spring 31, and the second locking plate 22 slides relative to the first locking plate 25 in the movable space. The second locking plate 22 extends out of the first locking plate 25 and cooperates with the second lock body 23 to lock the cage door 16;

[0102] When the cage lock 21 is opened, the button shell 30 is pressed, and the first spring contracts, so that the first spring drives the button shell 30 to separate from the lock hole 27, and the second spring 31 pulls the second locking piece 22 to retract.

[0103] The effect of the wet-dry separation feeding system for non-human primates of the present invention is obvious. Compared with the existing technology, the ammonia concentration, the monkeys' living comfort, changes in food intake, self-harm, water consumption, and the total number of bacteria on the surface of objects are all improved. The detailed data are as follows:

[0104] 1. Ammonia concentration before and after cleaning: After cleaning according to this method, the ammonia concentration in the breeding room dropped significantly, indicating that the monkey excrement was effectively removed.

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[0106] 2. Monkey's living comfort (irritability (screaming, jumping in the cage, shaking the cage vigorously), feeding habits, self-harm)

[0107] After the monkeys were raised using the method of the present invention, they became much quieter, probably because the environment was comfortable and clean. They no longer cried frequently, shook the cage vigorously, or jumped restlessly in the cage. The noise comparison at the same time measured by a noise meter is as follows:

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[0109] 3. Changes in feed intake

[0110] Ten monkeys were randomly selected and their daily food intake was recorded for a week before and after the application of this method. The average food intake over the week was used for comparison. After using this method, the monkeys' appetites improved due to the comfortable and clean environment, and their food intake increased.

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[0112] 4. Self-harm

[0113] Previously, when using the large-volume water flushing method on the first floor, some monkeys would self-harm, an average of about three per month among the 200 experimental monkeys. After three months of using this method, only one monkey occasionally engaged in self-harm, and the incidence of self-harm has significantly decreased. This indicates that the monkeys' comfort has increased and self-harm has decreased with this method.

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[0115] 5. Water consumption

[0116] Previously, when a large amount of water was used for flushing on the first floor, the water consumption was more than 700 cubic meters per month. After switching to this method, the water consumption was reduced by about 88%, which played a role in saving water and protecting the environment.

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[0118] 6. Detection of total bacteria count on object surfaces:

[0119] Before and after cleaning using this method, use a cotton swab soaked in sterile saline to swab the cage bottom mesh 41, cage front, tray 44, and rack 3-5 times. Trim off the portion of the cotton swab that came into contact with your hand. Place the cotton swab in 10mL of sterile saline and shake to dilute it to a 1:10 sample dilution. Aseptically pipette 1mL of this 1:10 sample dilution into a 9mL sterile saline test tube and mix thoroughly to make a 1:100 sample dilution. Repeat this method to prepare a series of 10-fold sample dilutions. Based on the estimated sample contamination, select 1mL of each of 1-3 appropriate sample dilutions and place them on sterile plates. Plate two plates for each dilution. Simultaneously, pipette 1mL of a blank solution (saline) onto two plates as a blank control. Then, add approximately 15mL-20mL of nutrient agar, cooled to approximately 45°C, to the plates, swirl and mix thoroughly. After solidification, incubate in a constant-temperature incubator at 36°C ± 1°C for 24-48 hours. After incubation, the number of colonies on each plate was counted and compared before and after cleaning. The results are as follows. After cleaning using this method, the total number of colonies on each surface was significantly lower than before cleaning, demonstrating that this method is effective.

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[0121] The present invention, when using the above-mentioned dry-wet separation breeding system for non-human primates, includes the following steps:

[0122] The cage frame 1 with the cage body 3 is moved indoors, and the primate is housed in the cage body 3;

[0123] Adjust indoor temperature, humidity, air flow speed and light brightness;

[0124] The feces, urine or food crumbs of the primate fall into the tray 4, the urine flows along the inclined tray 4 to the collection slot 5, and the feces are collected into the collection bucket 8 by the lever;

[0125] Open the cover 13 of the collecting tank 5 and collect the liquid in the collecting tank 5 into the collecting bucket 8;

[0126] Use a high-pressure water gun to flush the cage body 3, cage frame 1 and tray 4 to the ground, collect the feces and feed on the ground into the collection bucket 8, and clean the position where the cage frame 1 is located;

[0127] When the sewage in the collection bucket 8 is about to be full, the second platform 35 of the conveying device is raised to the height of the pool, the drain switch of the collection bucket 8 is opened, and the sewage is discharged into the sewage treatment equipment through the pool.

[0128] Specifically, in the present invention, monkeys are raised in a cage 3 in upper and lower layers, and the temperature, humidity, air flow speed and light brightness of the indoor location of the cage 3 are adjusted to adjust the indoor environment to an environment suitable for the monkeys' life;

[0129] As an embodiment of the suitable conditions of the present invention, the indoor temperature of the cage 3 is adjusted to 16-26°C, the relative humidity is 40%-70%, the minimum air exchange rate is ≥8 times / h (12-15 times / h is optimal), and the air flow speed between cages is ≤0.2m / s; fluorescent lighting is used, with segmented control, the working illumination is ≥200lx, and the animal illumination is 100-200lx.

[0130] Daily feeding operations are as follows:

[0131] 8:00-8:30 Rounds to check on the monkeys' health

[0132] 8:30-9:00 Feed sponge cake or rice cereal

[0133] 9:00-11:00 Cleaning

[0134] 11:00-11:30 Feed pellets

[0135] 14:00-14:30 Feed fruits or melons and other green materials

[0136] 14:30-15:30 Rounds to observe the monkeys' health

[0137] 15:30-16:00 Feed pellets

[0138] 16:00-17:00 Cleaning

[0139] Among them, when cleaning, the specific operations of cleaning are:

[0140] 1. Prepare cleaning tools in advance: material picking rod, shovel, lever, high-pressure water gun, water receiving platform, conveying device 6, collection bucket 8, screen assembly 9, long-handled brush, water scraper, steel wool, garbage shovel, broom and mop.

[0141] 2. Assembly tools: high-pressure water gun, water pipe; water receiving platform, collection bucket 8, and screen assembly 9.

[0142] 3. The remaining green material in the cage body 3 is taken out with the feeding rod, the feces and remaining feed in the cage bottom tray 4 are collected with a shovel and a lever, and the feed and dirt on the ground are collected with a broom and a garbage shovel, and all waste is uniformly placed in the solid waste collection bucket 8.

[0143] 4. Push the receiving chute 7-collecting bucket 8-conveyor device 6 to the front of the cage body 3, adjust the height of the second platform 35 of the conveyor device 6, align the water inlet of the receiving chute 7 with the discharge port of the tray 4 located below the collection slot 5, open the cover 13 of the collection slot 5, open the drain plug protection plate 57, and pull out the drain plug.

[0144] 5. Use a high-pressure water gun to rinse the cage 3 and the feed box. If stubborn dirt cannot be washed away, use a long brush / steel wool to scrub them. Use a long-handled brush and a high-pressure water gun to discharge the dirt in the tray 4 from the drain port through the receiving slide 7 into the collection bucket 8.

[0145] 6. Use the lever to clean the tray 4. After the water is basically drained, cover the drain plug and the drain plug protection plate 57, tighten the cover of the groove, and clean the next cage.

[0146] 7. When the collection bucket 8 is almost full, raise the cart's base to the height of the pool, open the drain valve of the collection bucket 8, and drain the sewage through the pool to the sewage treatment equipment. After the sewage is drained, place the filtered fecal residue and feed residue into the solid waste collection bucket 8.

[0147] 8. The collected solid waste collection barrel 8 is covered and locked with a sealed lid, placed in a disinfection room, and its surface is disinfected and waits for third-party recycling.

[0148] 9. After all the cages in the monkey house are cleaned, clean the floor of the monkey house. After cleaning, use a water scraper to scrape off as much water as possible.

[0149] 10. Clean and disinfect used cleaning utensils and place them in the disinfection room.

[0150] 11. A buoy is installed in the sewage treatment device. When the sewage rises to a certain height, the buoy will float up, automatically starting the water pump and ozone device to pump the sewage into the treatment pool where bacteria are cultured for automatic treatment.

[0151] In the wet-dry separation feeding method for non-human primates of the present invention, monkeys are housed in a feeding device. During their daily activities, the monkeys can be kept in individual cages, particularly for laboratory feeding. Because a tray 4 is replaceably provided below the cage 3, the tray 4 can be removed and taken to a suitable location for flushing, thereby eliminating the restrictions imposed by sewers and floor height differences on feeding. Furthermore, waste can be collected and centrally processed by a waste collection system. Centralized waste processing reduces water consumption, thereby lowering water consumption.

[0152] Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making any creative work shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A dry-wet separation breeding system for non-human primates, characterized in that: It includes a feeding device, a waste collection system and a drinking water system. The feeding device is used to provide a living space for primates. The waste collection system and the drinking water system are used in conjunction with the feeding device. The waste collection system is used to collect waste produced by monkeys in their lives, and the drinking water system is used to provide drinking water for monkeys. The breeding device includes a cage frame, the cage frame includes at least one placement space for placing a cage body, and the placement space is provided with a cage body that can be replaced; The waste collection system includes a tray and a collection device, wherein the tray is replaceably placed under the cage body, a collection slot is provided on one side of the tray, and the tray is obliquely arranged on the cage frame and tilted downward toward the collection slot; The collecting device includes a conveying device, a collecting bucket and a receiving slide. The collecting bucket is placed on the conveying device. One end of the receiving slide is connected to the collecting slot, and the other end of the receiving slide is aligned with the collecting bucket. A partition net assembly is provided in the collecting bucket. The drinking water system includes a drinking water pipe, which is respectively connected to a water source and a drinking water nozzle. The drinking water nozzle is arranged on the cage frame and can be extended into the cage body. The cage body includes a cage opening, and a cage door is provided at the cage opening; A third support frame protruding outward is provided on the upper edge of the cage opening, the cage door is inserted into the third support frame, and a horizontal bar that can be clamped on the third support frame is provided inside the cage door; The upper end of the cage door is provided with a first connecting portion, which is provided above the horizontal bar, and the two ends of the first connecting portion are loop-shaped or hook-shaped, and the two ends of the first connecting portion are passed through the vertical rods of the cage body, and the cage door is flipped relative to the cage body through the first connecting portion; a limiting frame is provided at the lower part of the inner side of the cage door, and the side cross-section of the limiting frame is fan-shaped; After the cage door is flipped relative to the cage body, the horizontal bar is clamped on the third support frame, and the cage door is in an open state; The drinking spout comprises a hollow shell, one end of the shell is provided with a screw cap, and the other end of the shell is a drinking port; The screw cap is provided with a second through hole for connecting to the drinking water pipe. A blocking member is provided in the housing. The blocking member includes a blocking portion and a blocking rod. The blocking rod is movably connected to the blocking portion and is provided on a side of the blocking portion close to the drinking water outlet. A return spring is provided between the blocking member and the screw cover, and two ends of the return spring respectively press against the screw cover and the other side of the blocking portion.

2. The non-human primate dry-wet separation breeding system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cage frame is provided with a first support frame for supporting the cage body and a second support frame for supporting the tray. The first support frame is arranged above the second support frame, and the second support frame is arranged obliquely.

3. The non-human primate dry-wet separation breeding system according to claim 2, characterized in that: A first latch is provided on each side of the cage frame, the first latch is provided between the first support frame and the second support frame, and the first latch is close to the second support frame; The tray is provided with a first pin hole adapted to the first latch, the first latch can be inserted into the first pin hole, and the tray is fixed to the cage frame by inserting the first latch into the first pin hole.

4. The non-human primate dry-wet separation breeding system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The collecting tank is formed in a cup shape, and a scale is provided in the collecting tank; The bottom end of the collecting trough is provided with a discharge port, and the lower part of the collecting trough is provided with a cover body, the cover body can open or close the discharge port, and the discharge port is placed above the receiving slide; When the cover is in the open state, the liquid in the collecting slot flows into the collecting barrel along the receiving slide.

5. The non-human primate dry-wet separation breeding system according to claim 1 or 4, characterized in that: The collection slot is equipped with a blocking piece, a protective plate is provided above the blocking piece, a second latch is provided on the outside of the tray, a second pin hole is provided at the bottom of the protective plate that is compatible with the second latch, and the second latch is used to limit the protective plate; when the second latch is in a state of extending into the second pin hole, the protective plate is fixed above the blocking piece, and the protective plate is used to cover the blocking piece.

6. The non-human primate dry-wet separation breeding system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The breeding device comprises at least two placement spaces, and at least two placement controls are arranged up and down and / or left and right; a fixing ring for fixing the drinking water pipe is arranged at the back of the cage.

7. The non-human primate dry-wet separation breeding system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The breeding device further includes a cage lock, which includes a first lock body arranged at the lower part of the cage door and a second lock body arranged on the cage body, the first lock body and the second lock body are adapted to each other, and the first lock body and the second lock body cooperate to lock the cage door; The first lock body includes a lock seat provided on the cage door, a first locking piece and a second locking piece are provided in the same direction in the lock seat, the first locking piece has a trapezoidal or square cross-section, and a movable space is formed between the first locking piece and the lock seat, the second locking piece is provided in the movable space, and the second locking piece can slide in the movable space; The first locking plate is provided with a lock hole and a first through slot, the second locking plate is provided with a second through slot, the through slot and the lock hole overlap, a first spring is passed through the lock hole and the through slot, and a key housing is sleeved on the first spring; A toggle member is provided on the second through slot, a fixing column is provided inside the second locking piece, a fixing block is provided inside the first locking piece, and a second spring is connected between the fixing column and the fixing block; When the cage lock is locked, when the toggle member is toggled, the toggle member pulls the second locking plate through the second spring, and the second locking plate slides relative to the first locking plate in the movable space. The second locking plate extends out of the first locking plate and cooperates with the second lock body to lock the cage door. When the cage lock is opened, the button shell is pressed, the first spring contracts, and the first spring drives the button shell to separate from the lock hole, and the second spring pulls the second locking piece to retract.

8. The non-human primate wet-dry separation breeding system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The conveying device includes a first platform and a second platform, the bottom surface of the first platform is provided with rollers, and the top surface of the first platform is provided with a lifting mechanism, the lifting mechanism is connected to the first platform and the second platform respectively, and the lifting mechanism is used to drive the second platform to rise and fall; The first bracket is arranged on the upper side of the second platform, and the first bracket is arranged outside the collecting bucket; The first bracket includes a fourth support frame and a plurality of first support legs for supporting the fourth support frame, wherein the level of the fourth support frame is higher than the level of the upper end of the collection bucket; The receiving slide is arranged on the fourth support frame, and the end of the receiving slide is aligned with the barrel opening of the collection barrel; The partition net assembly includes a second bracket, a side net and a bottom net. The second bracket includes multiple second legs. The multiple second legs are arranged along the inner side of the collection barrel. The side nets are arranged between adjacent second legs. The bottom surface of the side nets is connected to the bottom net.

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