Sheep fixing device and sheep urine collection system

Abstract

The invention relates to a sheep fixing device and a sheep urine collection system.The sheep fixing device comprises the sheep fixing device used for assisting sheep urine collection and comprises a first fixing frame unit, a first sheep neck clamping unit, a second sheep neck clamping unit and a first locking unit. The sheep neck fixing device has the advantages that the second sheep neck clamping unit is rotationally connected with the first sheep neck clamping unit, and the radial size of a closed loop formed by the first sheep neck clamping unit and the second sheep neck clamping unit is adjusted so that sheep necks of sheep of different physiques can be fixed; and the relative positions of the first sheep neck clamping unit and the second sheep neck clamping unit are locked through the locking unit, operation is easy, and the sheep neck is firmly and stably fixed.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of sheep restraint, in particular to a sheep restraint device and a sheep urine collection system. BACKGROUND

[0002] In sheep breeding and related research, disease diagnosis and other work, the collection of sheep urine is an important operation. Currently, the collection of sheep urine faces many difficulties. On the one hand, sheep urinate 2-5 times per day, with a urine volume of 0.5-2L. Compared with pigs, sheep have fewer natural urinations per day, longer intervals, and less urine volume per time, which makes it difficult to collect the required amount of urine not only in a long time but also in a large amount. On the other hand, the number of basic veterinary technicians is limited, and the workload of sheep urine collection is huge, which makes it difficult to complete the task on time and with quality. This not only affects the healthy development of animal husbandry, but also has a negative impact on the work efficiency and job satisfaction of veterinary technicians.

[0003] The existing collection method usually needs the cooperation of multiple people. The specific operation steps include one person restraining the sheep and the other person collecting the urine. At least two workers are needed for the whole process, and the waiting time is long, which not only increases the labor cost but also limits the flexibility of the collection work. Moreover, the sheep may struggle during the restraint process, increasing the difficulty and risk of the operation, and may also cause stress reactions in the sheep, affecting their normal physiological state and thus the quality of urine collection.

[0004] During the urine collection process, stimulating the sheep to urinate quickly is a common method, such as by covering the nose to disturb their breathing or massaging the perineum or urethral opening of the sheep. However, these stimulation methods have certain problems in actual operation. First, the nose covering operation is not only labor-intensive but also likely to cause discomfort and panic in the sheep, which may trigger greater struggle and increase the risk of the operation. Second, the method of massaging the urethral opening can effectively stimulate urination, but due to the complex physiological structure of the sheep, improper operation may cause damage to the body and even health problems such as infection. In addition, the process of manual stimulation requires the operator to have certain experience and skills, and lacks a standardized operation process, which affects the efficiency and accuracy of urine collection.

[0005] There are also some sheep restraint devices in the prior art, but most of them have complex structures and complicated operation for restraining the sheep, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive and cannot improve the efficiency of urine collection.

[0006] There is no effective solution to the problems of complex sheep restraint operation, unstable sheep restraint, inconvenient manual stimulation of sheep urination, easy damage to the sheep's body, and labor-intensive nose covering operation of the sheep in the related art. SUMMARY

[0007] The present application aims at the deficiencies in the prior art, and provides a sheep restraining device and a sheep urine collection system to solve the problems of complex sheep restraining operation, unfirm sheep restraining, inconvenient manual sheep urine stimulating operation, easy sheep body damage, and laborious sheep nose covering operation in the related art.

[0008] To achieve the above object, the present application adopts the technical scheme of:

[0009] The first aspect of the present application is to provide a sheep restraining device for assisting sheep urine collection, comprising:

[0010] A first fixing frame unit is arranged on a horizontal plane;

[0011] A first sheep neck clamping unit is arranged on the first end of the first fixing frame unit;

[0012] A second sheep neck clamping unit is arranged on the upper part of the first sheep neck clamping unit and is rotatably connected with the first sheep neck clamping unit, and is used for clamping the sheep neck together with the first sheep neck clamping unit;

[0013] A first locking unit is arranged on the side of the first sheep neck clamping unit and is detachably connected with the second sheep neck clamping unit, and is used for locking the relative position of the second sheep neck clamping unit and the first sheep neck clamping unit.

[0014] In some embodiments, further comprising:

[0015] A second locking unit is lockingly connected with the first locking unit, and is used for locking the relative position of the first locking unit and the first sheep neck clamping unit.

[0016] In some embodiments, further comprising:

[0017] A height adjusting unit is arranged on the side of the first end of the first fixing frame unit and is connected with the side of the first sheep neck clamping unit, and is used for adjusting the height of the first sheep neck clamping unit.

[0018] In some embodiments, further comprising:

[0019] A nose covering unit is arranged on the first end of the first fixing frame unit and is connected with the first sheep neck clamping unit, and is used for covering the mouth and nose of the sheep;

[0020] An air pump unit is disposed at the first end of the first fixing frame unit and communicates with the nose covering unit, and is used to depress or inflate the nose covering unit.

[0021] In some of these embodiments, it also includes:

[0022] A massage unit is movably disposed on the first fixed frame unit and is used to massage the perineum or urethral opening of the sheep to stimulate the sheep to urinate.

[0023] In some of these embodiments, it also includes:

[0024] The second fixing unit is arranged parallel to the side of the first fixing unit and is used to restrict the range of motion of the sheep's body.

[0025] The third fixing unit is connected to the first fixing unit and the second fixing unit respectively, and is used to restrict the range of motion of the sheep's body.

[0026] A second aspect of the present invention is to provide a sheep urine collection system, comprising:

[0027] The sheep restraint device as described in the first aspect;

[0028] A urine collection device is removably mounted on the first fixing frame unit of the sheep restraint device for fixing the sheep to its body to collect urine.

[0029] The present invention adopts the above technical solution and has the following technical effects compared with the prior art:

[0030] This invention discloses a sheep restraint device and a sheep urine collection system. A second neck clamping unit is rotatably connected to a first neck clamping unit. The radial dimension of the closed loop formed by the first and second neck clamping units is adjusted to restrain the necks of sheep of different sizes. A locking unit secures the relative positions of the first and second neck clamping units. The system is simple to operate and provides a firm and stable neck restraint, effectively solving the problems of complex restraint operations and insecure restraint. The locking cooperation between the second and first locking units stabilizes the position of the second neck clamping unit, improving the safety and stability of the neck restraint. A height adjustment unit allows for height adjustment according to the size of different sheep, expanding the applicability. A nose-covering unit covers the sheep's nose without affecting... The system interferes with the sheep's breathing by using an air pump unit to intermittently inflate and de-inflate the nose-covering unit, thereby effectively stimulating urination. It is simple to operate, solving the problems of inconvenience in manually stimulating urination and the laboriousness of covering the sheep's nose. The nose-covering unit's opening is designed with a radial dimension adjustable according to the sheep's size, ensuring a stable and secure fit and allowing for adjustments based on different sheep sizes, making it more flexible and convenient to use. The massage unit is designed with freely adjustable length, angle, and position, allowing for massage of the perineum or urethra in different locations. Using a roller massage method, the massage is gentle, stimulating urination while effectively avoiding damage to the sheep's perineum or urethra, thus solving the problem of potential injury to the sheep's body. Attached Figure Description

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram (a) of a sheep restraint device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram (a) of the first fixing frame unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram (a) of the first sheep neck clamping unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second sheep neck clamping unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram (a) of the first locking unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram (II) of a sheep restraint device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 7This is a schematic diagram (II) of the first locking unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the second locking unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram (iii) of a sheep restraint device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram (II) of the first fixing frame unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram (II) of the first sheep neck clamping unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram (four) of a sheep restraint device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram (a) of a nose-covering unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of an air pump unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram (II) of the nose-covering unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram (V) of a sheep restraint device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0047] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram (a) of a massage unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0048] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram (II) of a massage unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0049] Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram (iii) of the first fixing frame unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0050] Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram (six) of a sheep restraint device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0051] Figure 21 This is a schematic diagram of a sheep urine collection system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0052] The reference numerals in the accompanying drawings are as follows: 100, first fixing frame unit; 101, first longitudinal support element; 102, first transverse support element; 103, second transverse support element; 104, second longitudinal support element; 105, first sliding element; 106, fifth limiting element; 107, fifth sliding element; 108, sixth sliding element; 109, eighth limiting element; 110, ninth limiting element; 111, placement element; 200, first sheep neck clamping unit; 201, first sheep neck clamping element; 202, through element; 203, first rotating element; 2 04. Base element; 205. Second sliding element; 206. Sixth limiting element; 300. Second sheep neck clamping unit; 301. Second sheep neck clamping element; 302. Second rotating element; 303. First locking element; 400. First locking unit; 401. First base element; 402. First limiting element; 403. Second base element; 404. Second limiting element; 405. Second locking element; 406. Third limiting element; 407. Fourth limiting element; 408. Third locking element; 409. Fourth locking element; 500. Second lock Fixed unit; 501, Third base element; 502, Fifth locking element; 503, Sixth locking element; 504, First gripping element; 600, Height adjustment unit; 700, Nose covering unit; 701, Nose covering element; 702, Spreading element; 703, Flexible support element; 704, Fourth base element; 705, Channel element; 706, Seventh locking element; 707, Eighth locking element; 708, Seventh limiting element; 800, Air pump unit; 801, Air pump element; 802, Conveying element; 900, Massage unit; 901, Third longitudinal support Support element; 902, Fifth base element; 903, Third sliding element; 904, Fourth sliding element; 905, Third lateral support element; 906, Massage element; 907, Second gripping element; 908, Fourth lateral support element; 909, Ninth locking element; 910, Tenth locking element; 911, Eleventh locking element; 912, Twelfth locking element; 913, Tenth limiting element; 914, Eleventh limiting element; 1000, Second fixing frame unit; 1100, Third fixing frame unit; A, Sheep restraint device; B, Urine collection device. Detailed Implementation

[0053] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the application is described and illustrated below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments provided in this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0054] Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are merely some examples or embodiments of this application. Those skilled in the art can apply this application to other similar scenarios based on these drawings without any inventive effort. Furthermore, it is understood that although the efforts made in this development process may be complex and lengthy, for those skilled in the art related to the content disclosed in this application, any changes to design, manufacturing, or production based on the technical content disclosed in this application are merely conventional technical means and should not be construed as insufficient disclosure of the content of this application.

[0055] In this application, the reference to "embodiment" means that a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described in this application may be combined with other embodiments without conflict.

[0056] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this application shall have the ordinary meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains. The terms “a,” “an,” “an,” “the,” and similar words used in this application do not indicate quantity limitation and may indicate singular or plural. The terms “comprising,” “including,” “having,” and any variations thereof used in this application are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units (elements) is not limited to the listed steps or units, but may also include steps or units not listed, or may include other steps or units inherent to these processes, methods, products, or apparatus. The terms “connected,” “linked,” “coupled,” and similar words used in this application are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but may include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. “Multiple” used in this application refers to two or more. “And / or” describes the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships may exist; for example, “A and / or B” can represent: A alone, A and B simultaneously, and B alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following objects are in an "or" relationship. The terms "first," "second," and "third" used in this application are merely to distinguish similar objects and do not represent a specific ordering of the objects.

[0057] Example 1

[0058] This embodiment relates to the sheep restraint device of the present invention.

[0059] An illustrative embodiment of the present invention, such as Figure 1 As shown, a sheep restraint device for assisting in sheep urine collection includes a first fixing frame unit 100, a first sheep neck clamping unit 200, a second sheep neck clamping unit 300, and a first locking unit 400. The first fixing frame unit 100 is disposed on a horizontal plane; the first sheep neck clamping unit 200 is arc-shaped and disposed at the first end of the first fixing frame unit 100; the second sheep neck clamping unit 300 is arc-shaped and disposed above the first sheep neck clamping unit 200, and is rotatably connected to the first sheep neck clamping unit 200 to cooperate in clamping the sheep's neck; the first locking unit 400 is disposed on the side of the first sheep neck clamping unit 200 and is detachably connected to the second sheep neck clamping unit 300 to lock the relative position of the second sheep neck clamping unit 300 and the first sheep neck clamping unit 200.

[0060] like Figure 2 As shown, the first fixing frame unit 100 includes a first longitudinal support element 101, a first transverse support element 102, a second transverse support element 103, and a second longitudinal support element 104. The first longitudinal support element 101 is disposed on a horizontal plane; the first end of the first transverse support element 102 is connected to the first longitudinal support element 101; the first end of the second transverse support element 103 is connected to the first longitudinal support element 101 and is disposed parallel to the first transverse support element 102; the second longitudinal support element 104 is connected to the second ends of the first transverse support element 102 and the second ends of the second transverse support element 103, and is disposed parallel to the first longitudinal support element 101; a first sheep neck clamping unit 200 is disposed at the end of the second longitudinal element.

[0061] In some of these embodiments, the first longitudinal support element 101 is a first longitudinal support rod.

[0062] The first transverse support element 102 and the first longitudinal support element 101 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0063] In some of these embodiments, the first lateral support element 102 is a first lateral support rod.

[0064] The second transverse support element 103 is connected to the first longitudinal support element 101 by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0065] The dimensions of the second lateral support element 103 are matched with the dimensions of the first lateral support element 102. Generally, the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the second lateral support element 103 is equal to the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the first lateral support element 102.

[0066] In some of these embodiments, the second lateral support element 103 is a second lateral support rod.

[0067] The second longitudinal support element 104 is fixedly connected to the first transverse support element 102 and the second transverse support element 103. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0068] The dimensions of the second longitudinal support element 104 are matched with the dimensions of the first longitudinal support element 101. Generally, the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the second longitudinal support element 104 is not less than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the first longitudinal support element 101.

[0069] In some of these embodiments, the second longitudinal support element 104 is a second longitudinal support rod.

[0070] like Figure 3 As shown, the first sheep neck clamping unit 200 includes a first sheep neck clamping element 201, a through element 202, and a first rotating element 203. The first sheep neck clamping element 201 is arc-shaped and is disposed at the first end of the first fixing frame unit 100, used to cooperate with the second sheep neck clamping unit 300 to clamp the sheep neck. The through element 202 is disposed at the first end of the first sheep neck clamping element 201, and the second sheep neck clamping unit 300 is rotatably disposed inside the through element 202. The side of the through element 202 is connected to the first fixing frame unit 100. The first rotating element 203 is disposed through the through element 202 and rotatably connected to the second sheep neck clamping unit 300.

[0071] Specifically, the first sheep neck clamping element 201 is disposed on the side of the second longitudinal support element 104; the through element 202 is connected to the second longitudinal support element 104.

[0072] In some of these embodiments, the cross-sectional shape of the first sheep neck clamping element 201 includes, but is not limited to, an arc shape or a U-shape.

[0073] In some of these embodiments, the first sheep neck clamping element 201 includes, but is not limited to, a first arc-shaped clamp.

[0074] The connection between the through element 202 and the second longitudinal support element 104 is a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0075] The connection between the through element 202 and the first sheep neck clamping element 201 is a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0076] The dimensions of the through element 202 are matched with the dimensions of the first sheep neck clamping element 201. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the through element 202 is greater than the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the cross section of the first sheep neck clamping element 201 in which it is located.

[0077] In some of the embodiments, the through element 202 is a through frame, through base, through pedestal, etc.

[0078] The first rotating element 203 and the through element 202 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0079] The dimensions of the first rotating element 203 are matched with the dimensions of the second longitudinal support element 104. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the first rotating element 203 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the cross section of the second longitudinal support element 104 in which it is located.

[0080] The dimensions of the first rotating element 203 are matched with the dimensions of the through element 202. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the first rotating element 203 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the cross section of the through element 202 in which it is located.

[0081] In some of these embodiments, the first rotating element 203 is a first rotating shaft.

[0082] like Figure 4 As shown, the second sheep neck clamping unit 300 includes a second sheep neck clamping element 301, a second rotating element 302, and at least one first locking element 303. The second sheep neck clamping element 301 is symmetrically disposed at the top of the first sheep neck clamping unit 200 and is used to cooperate with the first sheep neck clamping unit 200 to clamp the sheep neck; the second rotating element 302 is disposed on the second sheep neck clamping element 301 and rotatably connected to the first sheep neck clamping unit 200, and is used to rotate the second sheep neck clamping element 301; the first locking element 303 is disposed on the second sheep neck clamping element 301 and is locked to the first locking unit 400.

[0083] Specifically, the second sheep neck clamping element 301 is symmetrically disposed at the top of the first sheep neck clamping element 201, and is used to cooperate with the first sheep neck clamping element 201 to clamp the sheep neck at the top; the second rotating element 302 is rotatably connected to the first rotating element 203.

[0084] The dimensions of the second sheep neck clamping element 301 are matched with the dimensions of the first sheep neck clamping element 201. Generally, the radial dimension (such as outer diameter, length, and width) of the second sheep neck clamping element 301 is equal to the radial dimension (such as outer diameter, length, and width) of the first sheep neck clamping element 201, and the axial dimension (such as length) of the second sheep neck clamping element 301 is greater than the length of the first sheep neck clamping element 201.

[0085] The dimensions of the second neck clamping element 301 are matched with the dimensions of the through element 202. Generally, the width of the second neck clamping element 301 is smaller than the width of the through element 202, and the height of the second neck clamping element 301 is smaller than the height of the through element 202.

[0086] In some embodiments, the length of the second neck clamping element 301 is greater than the sum of the lengths of the first neck clamping element 201 and the through element 202.

[0087] In some embodiments, the cross-sectional shape of the second sheep neck clamping element 301 includes, but is not limited to, an arc shape or a U-shape.

[0088] In some of these embodiments, the second sheep neck clamping element 301 includes, but is not limited to, a second arc-shaped clamp.

[0089] Generally, the second rotating element 302 is disposed through both sides of the second sheep neck clamping element 301. That is, the depth of the second rotating element 302 is equal to the thickness of the second sheep neck clamping element 301.

[0090] In some of these embodiments, the second rotating element 302 is the first rotating groove.

[0091] Generally, the first locking element 303 is disposed through one side of the second neck clamping element 301. That is, the depth of the first locking element 303 is not greater than the thickness of the second neck clamping element 301.

[0092] When there are multiple first locking elements 303, the multiple first locking elements 303 are spaced apart along the length direction and / or width direction of the second neck clamping element 301. Generally, the multiple first locking elements 303 are symmetrically arranged on the side of the second rotating element 302.

[0093] For example, at least one first locking element 303 is provided on the side of the second rotating element 302 near the first end of the second neck clamping element 301, and at least one first locking element 303 is provided on the side of the second rotating element 302 away from the first end of the second neck clamping element 301.

[0094] In some of these embodiments, the first locking element 303 is a first locking groove.

[0095] likeFigure 5 As shown, the first locking unit 400 includes a first base element 401, a plurality of first limiting elements 402, a second base element 403, at least one second limiting element 404, and a second locking element 405. The first end of the first base element 401 is disposed on the side of the first sheep neck clamping unit 200; the first limiting elements 402 are distributed at the second end of the first base element 401; the second base element 403 is movably connected to the first base element 401; the second limiting element 404 is disposed at the second end of the second base element 403 and is limitedly connected to the first limiting element 402, thereby limiting the relative position of the first base element 401 and the second base element 403; the second locking element 405 is disposed on the first base element 401 and is lockedly connected to the second sheep neck clamping unit 300, thereby locking the relative position of the first base element 401 and the second sheep neck clamping unit 300.

[0096] Specifically, the first base element 401 is disposed on the side of the through element 202; the second locking element 405 is locked to the first locking element 303 and is used to lock the relative position of the first base element 401 and the second sheep neck clamping element 301.

[0097] The connection between the first base element 401 and the through element 202 is a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0098] In some of these embodiments, the first base element 401 is a first base.

[0099] A plurality of first limiting elements 402 are distributed at intervals with the center of the second end of the first base element 401 as the center.

[0100] In some of these embodiments, the first limiting element 402 extends through the second end of the first base element 401 and is disposed on the side of the first base element 401.

[0101] The dimensions of the first limiting element 402 are matched with the dimensions of the first base element 401. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the first limiting element 402 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., radius) of the first base element 401, and the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the first limiting element 402 is smaller than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the first base element 401.

[0102] In some of these embodiments, the first limiting element 402 is a first limiting groove.

[0103] Generally, the cross-section of the second base element 403 is annular.

[0104] The movable connection between the second base element 403 and the first base element 401 includes a sliding connection and a rotating connection.

[0105] The dimensions of the second base element 403 are matched with the dimensions of the first base element 401. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the second base element 403 is not less than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the first base element 401, and the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the second base element 403 is less than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the first base element 401.

[0106] In some of these embodiments, the second base element 403 is a second base.

[0107] The second limiting element 404 and the second base element 403 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0108] When there are several second limiting elements 404, the several second limiting elements 404 are distributed on the inner edge surface of the second base element 403 with the center of the second end of the second base element 403 as the center.

[0109] The number of second limiting elements 404 matches the number of first limiting elements 402. Generally, the number of second limiting elements 404 is not greater than the number of first limiting elements 402.

[0110] The dimensions of the second limiting element 404 match the dimensions of the first limiting element 402. Generally, the length of the second limiting element 404 is not greater than the length of the first limiting element 402, the width of the second limiting element 404 is not greater than the width of the first limiting element 402, and the height of the second limiting element 404 is not greater than the height of the first limiting element 402.

[0111] The dimensions of the second limiting element 404 are matched with the dimensions of the second base element 403. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the second limiting element 404 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., radius) of the second base element 403, and the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the second limiting element 404 is smaller than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the second base element 403.

[0112] In some of these embodiments, the second limiting element 404 is the first limiting block.

[0113] The locking connection between the second locking element 405 and the first locking element 303 includes, but is not limited to, snap-fit.

[0114] The second locking element 405 and the second base element 403 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0115] The dimensions of the second locking element 405 are matched with the dimensions of the first locking element 303. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the second locking element 405 is not greater than the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the cross-section of the first locking element 303, and the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the second locking element 405 is not less than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the first locking element 303.

[0116] The dimensions of the second locking element 405 are matched with the dimensions of the second base element 403. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the cross-section of the second locking element 405 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., radius) and axial dimension (e.g., height) of the second base element 403.

[0117] In some of these embodiments, the second locking element 405 is a locking lever.

[0118] Furthermore, the first locking unit 400 also includes a third limiting element 406 and a fourth limiting element 407. The third limiting element 406 is disposed on the outer edge surface of the first base element 401; the fourth limiting element 407 is disposed on the inner edge surface of the second base element 403 and is limitedly connected to the third limiting element 406 to prevent the second base element 403 from separating from the first base element 401.

[0119] The third limiting element 406 is connected to the first base element 401 by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0120] The dimensions of the third limiting element 406 are matched with the dimensions of the first base element 401. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third limiting element 406 is larger than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the first base element 401, and the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the third limiting element 406 is smaller than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the first base element 401.

[0121] In some of these embodiments, the third limiting element 406 is a second limiting block.

[0122] The dimensions of the fourth limiting element 407 are matched with the dimensions of the second base element 403. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the fourth limiting element 407 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the second base element 403, and the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the fourth limiting element 407 is smaller than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the second base element 403.

[0123] In some embodiments, the sum of the heights of the fourth limiting element 407 and the second limiting element 404 is less than the height of the second base element 403.

[0124] In some of these embodiments, the fourth limiting element 407 is the second limiting groove.

[0125] The method of using this invention is as follows:

[0126] The sheep is led to the first neck clamping element 201, and then the second neck clamping element 301 is rotated. The second neck clamping element 301 rotates through the element 202. After the first rotating element 203 and the second rotating element 302 rotate relative to each other to a suitable position, the second base element 403 is rotated to lock the second locking element 405 to the first locking element 303. Then the second base element 403 is pushed to move towards the first base element 401. The first limiting element 402 and the second limiting element 404 are limited and connected, that is, the relative position of the first neck clamping element 201 and the second neck clamping element 301 is locked, and the sheep's neck is restrained.

[0127] When it is necessary to release the sheep from the restraint, pull the second locking element 405. The second locking element 405 will separate from the first locking element 303, and the second limiting element 404 will separate from the first limiting element 402. Rotate the second sheep neck clamping element 301 to open the closed loop formed by the first sheep neck clamping element 201 and the second sheep neck clamping element 301, and then lead out the sheep.

[0128] The technical effects of this invention are as follows: By using a second sheep neck clamping unit rotatably connected to a first sheep neck clamping unit, the radial dimension of the closed loop formed by the first and second sheep neck clamping units can be adjusted to restrain the necks of sheep of different sizes. A locking unit is used to lock the relative positions of the first and second sheep neck clamping units. The operation is simple and the sheep neck is firmly and stably restrained, effectively solving the problems of complicated sheep restraint operation and unstable sheep restraint.

[0129] Example 2

[0130] This embodiment is a modified embodiment of embodiment 1.

[0131] like Figure 6 As shown, the sheep restraint device also includes a second locking unit 500. The second locking unit 500 is locked to the first locking unit 400 and is used to lock the relative position of the first locking unit 400 and the first sheep neck clamping unit 200.

[0132] like Figure 7 As shown, the first locking unit 400 further includes a third locking element 408 and a fourth locking element 409. The third locking element 408 is disposed at the first end of the first locking unit 400 and is locked to the second locking unit 500; the fourth locking element 409 is disposed at the second end of the first locking unit 400 and is locked to the second locking unit 500.

[0133] Specifically, the third locking element 408 is disposed on the outer edge surface of the first end of the first base element 401; the fourth locking element 409 is disposed on the outer edge surface of the first end of the second base element 403.

[0134] The third locking element 408 is fixedly connected to the first base element 401. This fixed connection includes, but is not limited to, integral molding.

[0135] In some of these embodiments, the third locking element 408 is a first external thread.

[0136] The fourth locking element 409 and the second base element 403 are connected in a fixed manner. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, integral molding.

[0137] In some of these embodiments, the fourth locking element 409 is a second external thread.

[0138] like Figure 8 As shown, the second locking unit 500 includes a third base element 501, a fifth locking element 502, and a sixth locking element 503. The third base element 501 is sleeved on the first end of the first locking unit 400; the fifth locking element 502 is disposed on the first end of the third base element 501 and is locked to the first end of the first locking unit 400; the sixth locking element 503 is disposed on the second end of the third base element 501 and is locked to the second end of the first locking unit 400.

[0139] Specifically, the third base element 501 is sleeved on the first end of the first base element 401; the fifth locking element 502 is locked to the third locking element 408; and the sixth locking element 503 is locked to the fourth locking element 409.

[0140] The dimensions of the third base element 501 are matched with the dimensions of the first base element 401. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the third base element 501 is larger than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the first base element 401, and the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the third base element 501 is smaller than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the first base element 401.

[0141] The dimensions of the third base element 501 are matched with the dimensions of the fourth locking element 409. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third base element 501 is larger than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the fourth locking element 409, and the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the third base element 501 is larger than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the fourth locking element 409.

[0142] In some of these embodiments, the cross-sectional shape of the third base element 501 includes, but is not limited to, a circle or a polygon (such as a hexagon).

[0143] In some of these embodiments, the third base element 501 is a third base.

[0144] The dimensions of the fifth locking element 502 are matched with those of the third locking element 408. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the fifth locking element 502 is equal to the dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third locking element 408, and the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the fifth locking element 502 is smaller than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the third locking element 408.

[0145] The dimensions of the fifth locking element 502 are matched with the dimensions of the third base element 501. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the fifth locking element 502 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third base element 501.

[0146] In some of these embodiments, the fifth locking element 502 is a first internal thread.

[0147] The dimensions of the sixth locking element 503 are matched with those of the fourth locking element 409. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the sixth locking element 503 is equal to the dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the fourth locking element 409, and the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the sixth locking element 503 is not less than the axial dimension (e.g., height) of the fourth locking element 409.

[0148] The dimensions of the sixth locking element 503 are matched with those of the third base element 501. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the sixth locking element 503 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third base element 501.

[0149] In some of these embodiments, the sixth locking element 503 is a second internal thread.

[0150] Furthermore, the second locking unit 500 also includes a first gripping element 504. The first gripping element 504 is disposed on the side of the second locking unit 500 and is used to assist the second locking unit 500 in rotation.

[0151] The first gripping element 504 and the third base element 501 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, integral molding and welding.

[0152] In some of these embodiments, the first gripping element 504 is a first handle.

[0153] The usage method of this embodiment is as follows:

[0154] After restraining the sheep's neck using the method of Example 1, hold the first holding element 504, rotate the third base element 501, the fifth locking element 502 and the third locking element 408 rotate relative to each other, the third base element 501 moves closer to the second base element 403 until the sixth locking element 503 and the fourth locking element 409 are locked together, the fifth locking element 502 and the third locking element 408 are locked together, and the relative positions of the first base element 401 and the second base element 403 are locked.

[0155] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows: by utilizing the locking cooperation between the second locking unit and the first locking unit, the position of the second sheep neck clamping unit is stabilized, thereby improving the safety and stability of the sheep neck locking.

[0156] Example 3

[0157] This embodiment is a modified embodiment of Embodiments 1 and 2.

[0158] like Figure 9 As shown, the sheep restraint device also includes a height adjustment unit 600. The height adjustment unit 600 is located on the side of the first end of the first fixing frame unit 100 and connected to the side of the first sheep neck clamping unit 200, and is used to adjust the height of the first sheep neck clamping unit 200.

[0159] Specifically, the height adjustment unit 600 is disposed on the side of the second longitudinal support element 104 and connected to the through element 202, and is used to adjust the height of the through element 202, that is, to adjust the height of the first sheep neck clamping element 201 and the second sheep neck clamping element 301.

[0160] In some embodiments, the height adjustment unit 600 includes a first base and a height adjustment member. The first base is connected to the side of the second longitudinal support element 104; the bottom end of the height adjustment member is connected to the top end of the first base, and the top end of the height adjustment member is connected to the first sheep neck clamping unit 200, for driving the first sheep neck clamping unit 200 to reciprocate along the height direction of the second longitudinal support element 104.

[0161] In some of these embodiments, the height adjustment mechanism includes, but is not limited to, hydraulic push rods, electric telescopic rods, etc.

[0162] like Figure 10 As shown, the first fixing frame unit 100 also includes a first sliding element 105 and a fifth limiting element 106. The first sliding element 105 is disposed on the second longitudinal support element 104 and is slidably connected to the first sheep neck clamping unit 200; the fifth limiting element 106 is disposed on the second longitudinal support element 104 and communicates with the first sliding element 105, and is used to prevent the first sheep neck clamping unit 200 from separating from the second longitudinal support element 104.

[0163] The dimensions of the first sliding element 105 are matched with the dimensions of the second longitudinal support element 104. Generally, the length of the first sliding element 105 is less than the length of the second longitudinal support element 104, the width of the first sliding element 105 is less than the width of the second longitudinal support element 104, and the height of the first sliding element 105 is less than the height of the second longitudinal support element 104.

[0164] In some of these embodiments, the first sliding element 105 is a first sliding groove.

[0165] The dimensions of the fifth limiting element 106 are matched with the dimensions of the second longitudinal support element 104. Generally, the length of the fifth limiting element 106 is less than the length of the second longitudinal support element 104, the width of the fifth limiting element 106 is less than the width of the second longitudinal support element 104, and the height of the fifth limiting element 106 is less than the height of the second longitudinal support element 104.

[0166] The dimensions of the fifth limiting element 106 are matched with the dimensions of the first sliding element 105. Generally, the length of the fifth limiting element 106 is equal to the length of the first sliding element 105, and the width of the fifth limiting element 106 is greater than the width of the first sliding element 105.

[0167] In some embodiments, the sum of the height of the fifth limiting element 106 and the height of the first sliding element 105 is less than the height of the second longitudinal support element 104.

[0168] In some of these embodiments, the fifth limiting element 106 is the third limiting groove.

[0169] like Figure 11 As shown, the first sheep neck clamping unit 200 further includes a base element 204, a second sliding element 205, and at least one sixth limiting element 206. The base element 204 is disposed on the side of the through element 202; the second sliding element 205 is disposed on the side of the base element 204 and slidably connected to the first fixing frame unit 100, for driving the base element 204 to reciprocate along the height direction of the first fixing frame unit 100; the sixth limiting element 206 is disposed on the side of the second sliding element 205 and is limitedly connected to the first fixing frame unit 100, for preventing the base element 204 from separating from the first fixing frame unit 100.

[0170] Specifically, the base element 204 is disposed on the side of the through element 202 and located on the side of the second longitudinal support element 104; the second sliding element 205 is slidably connected to the first sliding element 105; the sixth limiting element 206 is limitedly connected to the fifth limiting element 106 to prevent the base element 204 from separating from the second longitudinal support element 104.

[0171] In some of these embodiments, the base element 204 is connected to the height adjustment unit 600.

[0172] The base element 204 and the through element 202 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0173] The dimensions of the base element 204 are matched with the dimensions of the first sliding element 105. Generally, the width of the base element 204 is greater than the width of the first sliding element 105, and the length of the base element 204 is less than the length of the first sliding element 105.

[0174] In some of these embodiments, the base element 204 is a second base.

[0175] The second sliding element 205 is connected to the base element 204 by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, integral molding and welding.

[0176] The dimensions of the second sliding element 205 are matched with the dimensions of the first sliding element 105. Generally, the length of the second sliding element 205 is less than the length of the first sliding element 105, the width of the second sliding element 205 is not greater than the width of the first sliding element 105, and the height of the second sliding element 205 is not less than the height of the first sliding element 105.

[0177] In some of these embodiments, the second sliding element 205 is a sliding block.

[0178] The sixth limiting element 206 and the second sliding element 205 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, integral molding and welding.

[0179] The dimensions of the sixth limiting element 206 are matched with the dimensions of the first sliding element 105. Generally, the width of the sixth limiting element 206 is greater than the width of the first sliding element 105.

[0180] The dimensions of the sixth limiting element 206 match those of the fifth limiting element 106. Generally, the width of the sixth limiting element 206 is not greater than the width of the fifth limiting element 106, and the height of the sixth limiting element 206 is not greater than the height of the fifth limiting element 106.

[0181] When there are multiple sixth limiting elements 206, the multiple sixth limiting elements 206 are distributed at intervals along the axial direction (e.g., length) of the second sliding element 205.

[0182] In some of these embodiments, the sixth limiting element 206 is the third limiting block.

[0183] The usage method of this embodiment is as follows:

[0184] The height adjustment unit 600 pushes the base element 204 to reciprocate along the height direction of the second longitudinal support element 104. The second sliding element 205 slides relative to the first sliding element 105, and the sixth limiting element 206 slides relative to the fifth limiting element 106, preventing the second sliding element 205 from separating from the first sliding element 105.

[0185] Other usage methods are the same as in Example 1 or Example 2.

[0186] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows: the height adjustment unit can be used to adjust the height according to the different physiques of different sheep to meet the needs of restraining different sheep, thus expanding the scope of application.

[0187] Example 4

[0188] This embodiment is a modified embodiment of Embodiments 1 to 3.

[0189] like Figure 12 As shown, the sheep restraint device also includes a nose-covering unit 700 and an air pump unit 800. The nose-covering unit 700 is disposed at the first end of the first fixing frame unit 100 and connected to the first sheep neck clamping unit 200, and is used to cover the sheep's mouth and nose. The air pump unit 800 is disposed at the first end of the first fixing frame unit 100 and communicates with the nose-covering unit 700, and is used to de-air or inflate the nose-covering unit 700.

[0190] like Figure 13 As shown, the nose-covering unit 700 includes a nose-covering element 701, a spreading element 702, and a flexible support element 703. The nose-covering element 701 is disposed on the side of the first sheep neck clamping unit 200 and the second sheep neck clamping unit 300, and is used to cover the sheep's mouth and nose. The spreading element 702 is disposed at the open end of the nose-covering element 701, and is used to spread the nose-covering element 701 to allow the sheep's mouth and nose to enter the nose-covering element 701. The first end of the flexible support element 703 is connected to the nose-covering element 701, and the second end of the flexible support element 703 is connected to the first sheep neck clamping unit 200, and is used to adjust the position of the nose-covering element 701.

[0191] Specifically, the nose-covering element 701 is disposed on the side of the first sheep neck clamping element 201 and the second sheep neck clamping element 301; the second end of the flexible support element 703 is connected to the first sheep neck clamping element 201.

[0192] In some embodiments, the nose-covering element 701 is made of materials including, but not limited to, plastic.

[0193] In some embodiments, the nose-covering element 701 includes a cavity and a first channel. The cavity is connected to the air pump unit 800 and is used to cover the sheep's mouth and nose; the first channel is located at the opening end of the cavity and is used to allow the element 702 to pass through.

[0194] The dimensions of the expanding element 702 are matched with the dimensions of the nose-covering element 701. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the cross-section of the expanding element 702 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the cross-section of the first channel, and the length of the expanding element 702 is not less than the length of the first channel.

[0195] In some embodiments, the spreading element 702 includes, but is not limited to, an elastic metal wire.

[0196] The flexible support element 703 is connected to the first sheep neck clamping element 201 in a fixed or detachable manner. The fixed connection includes, but is not limited to, elasticity; the detachable connection includes, but is not limited to, bolted connections.

[0197] The flexible support element 703 is fixedly connected to the nose-covering element 701 and the spreading element 702. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0198] The dimensions of the flexible support element 703 are matched with the dimensions of the first sheep neck clamping element 201. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the flexible support element 703 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the cross section of the first sheep neck clamping element 201 in which it is located.

[0199] In some embodiments, the flexible support element 703 is made of materials including, but not limited to, aluminum alloy.

[0200] In some of these embodiments, the flexible support element 703 is a deformable support arm.

[0201] like Figure 14 As shown, the air pump unit 800 includes an air pump element 801 and a delivery element 802. The air pump element 801 is disposed at the first end of the first fixing frame unit 100 and is used to draw air from or inflate the nose covering unit 700. The first end of the delivery element 802 is connected to the air pump element 801, and the second end of the delivery element 802 is connected to the nose covering unit 700 for inputting or outputting air to the nose covering unit 700.

[0202] Specifically, the air pump element 801 is disposed on the second longitudinal support element 104 and is used to draw air from or inflate the nose covering element 701; the second end of the delivery element 802 is connected to the nose covering element 701 and is used to input or output air to the nose covering element 701.

[0203] In some of these embodiments, the air pump element 801 is an air pump.

[0204] In some embodiments, the delivery element 802 is located at the distal end of the opening of the nose-covering element 701, such as at the bottom.

[0205] The connection between the conveying element 802 and the air pump element 801 can be a fixed connection or a detachable connection. The fixed connection includes, but is not limited to, heat pressing; the detachable connection includes, but is not limited to, plug-in connection and threaded connection.

[0206] The connection between the conveying element 802 and the nose-covering element 701 is a detachable connection. The detachable connection method includes, but is not limited to, threaded connection.

[0207] The dimensions of the conveying element 802 are matched with the dimensions of the nose covering element 701. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the conveying element 802 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the cross section of the nose covering element 701 in which it is located.

[0208] In some of these embodiments, the delivery element 802 is a delivery hose.

[0209] The usage method of this embodiment is as follows:

[0210] After restraining the sheep using the method of Example 1, Example 2, or Example 3, the shape of the flexible support element 703 is changed according to the position of the sheep's mouth and nose. The nose covering element 701 is placed over the sheep's mouth and nose, and then the air pump element 801 is used to periodically pump air out or inflate the nose covering element 701 to interfere with the sheep's breathing (the pumping time is 1 to 3 seconds), thereby stimulating the sheep to urinate.

[0211] When the sheep’s head shakes, the flexible support element 703 can change shape arbitrarily with the sheep’s head so that the nose covering element 701 does not separate from the sheep’s mouth and nose.

[0212] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows: the nose-covering unit is used to cover the sheep's nose without affecting the sheep's breathing, and the air pump unit is used to intermittently pump air out and inflate the nose-covering unit to interfere with the sheep's breathing, thereby effectively stimulating the sheep to urinate. The operation is simple and solves the problems of inconvenience in manually stimulating sheep to urinate and the laborious operation of covering the sheep's nose.

[0213] Example 5

[0214] This embodiment is a modified embodiment of embodiment 4.

[0215] like Figure 15As shown, the nose-covering unit 700 also includes a fourth base element 704, a channel element 705, a seventh locking element 706, an eighth locking element 707, and a seventh limiting element 708. The fourth base element 704 is disposed on the side of the opening end of the nose-covering element 701 and is connected to the nose-covering element 701, the spreading element 702, and the flexible support element 703. The channel element 705 passes through the fourth base element 704 for the spreading element 702 to pass through. The seventh locking element 706 is disposed on the side of the fourth base element 704. The eighth locking element 707 is slidably disposed on the spreading element 702 and locked to the seventh locking element 706, used to lock the length of the spreading element 702 in conjunction with the seventh locking element 706. The seventh limiting element 708 is disposed at one end of the spreading element 702 to prevent the spreading element 702 from separating from the fourth base element 704.

[0216] The fourth base element 704 and the nose-covering element 701 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, heat pressing.

[0217] The fourth base element 704 is connected to the spreading element 702 and the flexible support element 703 by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0218] The dimensions of the fourth base element 704 are matched with the dimensions of the expansion element 702. Generally, the radial dimensions (such as outer diameter, length, and width) of the fourth base element 704 are larger than the radial dimensions (such as outer diameter) of the expansion element 702.

[0219] The dimensions of the fourth base element 704 are matched with the dimensions of the flexible support element 703. Generally, the radial dimensions (such as outer diameter, length, and width) of the fourth base element 704 are larger than the radial dimensions (such as outer diameter) of the cross-section of the flexible support element 703.

[0220] In some of these embodiments, the fourth base element 704 is a fourth base.

[0221] The dimensions of the channel element 705 are matched with the dimensions of the fourth base element 704. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the channel element 705 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the cross section of the fourth base element 704 in which it is located, and the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the channel element 705 is not greater than the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the fourth base element 704.

[0222] In some of these embodiments, channel element 705 is a second channel.

[0223] The seventh locking element 706 and the fourth base element 704 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, integral molding and welding.

[0224] The dimensions of the seventh locking element 706 are matched with the dimensions of the fourth base element 704. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the seventh locking element 706 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the cross section of the fourth base element 704 in which it is located.

[0225] The dimensions of the seventh locking element 706 are matched with the dimensions of the channel element 705. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the seventh locking element 706 is not smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the channel element 705.

[0226] In some of these embodiments, the seventh locking element 706 is a locking block.

[0227] The eighth locking element 707 and the spreading element 702 are connected by a sliding connection.

[0228] The locking connection between the eighth locking element 707 and the seventh locking element 706 includes, but is not limited to, snap-fit.

[0229] The dimensions of the eighth locking element 707 are matched with the dimensions of the spreading element 702. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the eighth locking element 707 is larger than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the spreading element 702.

[0230] The dimensions of the eighth locking element 707 are matched with those of the seventh locking element 706. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the connection end of the eighth locking element 707 is larger than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the seventh locking element 706.

[0231] In some embodiments, the material of the eighth locking element 707 includes, but is not limited to, silicone.

[0232] In some of these embodiments, the eighth locking element 707 is a second locking slot.

[0233] The seventh limiting element 708 and the spreading element 702 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, integral molding and welding.

[0234] The dimensions of the seventh limiting element 708 are matched with the dimensions of the channel element 705. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the seventh limiting element 708 is larger than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the channel element 705.

[0235] In some of these embodiments, the seventh limiting element 708 is the fourth limiting block.

[0236] The usage method of this embodiment is as follows:

[0237] When it is necessary to adjust the radial dimension of the ring formed by the spreading element 702, the relative position of the eighth locking element 707 and the spreading element 702 can be moved, the spreading element 702 can be pulled, and the spreading element 702 and the channel element 705 can slide relative to each other. After the radial dimension of the ring formed by the spreading element 702 becomes larger or smaller to fit the size of the sheep's mouth and nose, the eighth locking element 707 and the seventh locking element 706 are locked together, the nose covering element 701 covers the sheep's mouth and nose and moves with the sheep's mouth and nose, and the flexible support element 703 changes shape accordingly.

[0238] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows: By setting the opening of the nose-covering unit to a structure whose radial size can be adjusted according to the size of the sheep, the nose-covering unit can be stably fixed to the sheep's mouth and nose and is not easy to fall off. It can also be adjusted according to sheep of different sizes, making it more flexible and convenient to use.

[0239] Example 6

[0240] This embodiment is a modified embodiment of Embodiments 1 to 5.

[0241] like Figure 16 As shown, the sheep restraint device also includes a massage unit 900. The massage unit 900 is movably disposed in the first fixing frame unit 100 and is used to massage the perineum or urethral opening of the sheep to stimulate urination.

[0242] like Figure 17 As shown, the massage unit 900 includes a third longitudinal support element 901, a fifth base element 902, a third sliding element 903, a fourth sliding element 904, a third transverse support element 905, and a massage element 906. The third longitudinal support element 901 is arranged parallel to the first fixed frame unit 100; the fifth base element 902 is slidably disposed on the third longitudinal support element 901; the third sliding element 903 is longitudinally disposed through the fifth base element 902 and slidably connected to the third longitudinal support element 901; the fourth sliding element 904 is transversely disposed through the fifth base element 902; the third transverse support element 905 is movably disposed on the fourth sliding element 904; and the massage element 906 is disposed at the first end of the third transverse support element 905 and is used to massage the perineum or urethra of the sheep to stimulate urination.

[0243] Specifically, the third longitudinal support element 901 is disposed between the first transverse support element 102 and the second transverse support element 103, and is disposed parallel to the first longitudinal support element 101 and the second longitudinal support element 104.

[0244] The dimensions of the third longitudinal support element 901 are matched with the dimensions of the first transverse support element 102 and the second transverse support element 103. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third longitudinal support element 901 is not greater than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the cross-section of the first transverse support element 102 and the second transverse support element 103 to which it is located.

[0245] In some of these embodiments, the third longitudinal support element 901 is a third longitudinal support rod.

[0246] The dimensions of the fifth base element 902 are matched with those of the third longitudinal support element 901. Generally, the radial dimensions (such as outer diameter, length, and width) of the fifth base element 902 are greater than the radial dimensions (such as outer diameter) of the third longitudinal support element 901. The height of the fifth base element 902 is less than the height of the third longitudinal support element 901.

[0247] In some of these embodiments, the fifth base element 902 is a fifth base.

[0248] The dimensions of the third sliding element 903 are matched with the dimensions of the fifth base element 902. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third sliding element 903 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the fifth base element 902, and the height of the third sliding element 903 is equal to the height of the fifth base element 902.

[0249] The dimensions of the third sliding element 903 are matched with the dimensions of the third longitudinal support element 901. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third sliding element 903 is not less than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third longitudinal support element 901.

[0250] In some of these embodiments, the third sliding element 903 is a fourth sliding groove.

[0251] The dimensions of the fourth sliding element 904 are matched with the dimensions of the fifth base element 902. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the fourth sliding element 904 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the fifth base element 902, and the height of the fourth sliding element 904 is equal to the height of the fifth base element 902.

[0252] In some of these embodiments, the fourth sliding element 904 is a fifth sliding groove.

[0253] The movable connection between the third lateral support element 905 and the fourth sliding element 904 includes a sliding connection and a rotating connection.

[0254] The dimensions of the third lateral support element 905 are matched with those of the first lateral support element 102 (second lateral support element 103). Generally, the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the third lateral support element 905 is smaller than the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the first lateral support element 102 (second lateral support element 103).

[0255] The dimensions of the third lateral support element 905 are matched with the dimensions of the fourth sliding element 904. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third lateral support element 905 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the fourth sliding element 904, and the length of the third lateral support element 905 is greater than the length of the fourth sliding element 904.

[0256] In some of these embodiments, the third lateral support element 905 is a third lateral support rod.

[0257] The massage element 906 is connected to the third lateral support element 905 by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0258] The dimensions of the massage element 906 are matched with the dimensions of the third lateral support element 905. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the massage element 906 is larger than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third lateral support element 905.

[0259] In some embodiments, the massage element 906 includes a massage disc and a plurality of massage beads. The side of the massage disc is connected to a third lateral support element 905; the plurality of massage beads are arranged in an array on the side of the massage disc for massaging the perineum or urethral opening of the sheep.

[0260] The size of the massage beads is matched to the size of the massage pad. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the massage beads is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the massage pad.

[0261] In some of these embodiments, the massage beads are embedded in the massage disc and can rotate relative to the massage disc.

[0262] Furthermore, the massage unit 900 also includes a second gripping element 907. The second gripping element 907 is disposed at the second end of the third lateral support element 905 and is limitedly connected to the fourth sliding element 904 for gripping when sliding the third lateral support element 905.

[0263] The second gripping element 907 and the third lateral support element 905 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding and integral molding.

[0264] The dimensions of the second gripping element 907 are matched with the dimensions of the fourth sliding element 904. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the second gripping element 907 is larger than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the fourth sliding element 904.

[0265] The dimensions of the second gripping element 907 are matched with the dimensions of the third lateral support element 905. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the second gripping element 907 is larger than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third lateral support element 905.

[0266] In some of these embodiments, the second gripping element 907 is a second handle.

[0267] Furthermore, the massage unit 900 also includes a fourth lateral support element 908. The fourth lateral support element 908 is disposed between the third lateral support element 905 and the massage element 906, and is slidably connected to the third lateral support element 905 to adjust the length of the third lateral support element 905.

[0268] The fourth lateral support element 908 is connected to the massage element 906 by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0269] The dimensions of the fourth lateral support element 908 are matched with those of the third lateral support element 905. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the fourth lateral support element 908 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third lateral support element 905, and the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the fourth lateral support element 908 is not smaller than the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the third lateral support element 905.

[0270] In some embodiments, the fourth lateral support element 908 and the third lateral support element 905 operate on the same principle as the telescopic rod, and can extend and retract freely as needed.

[0271] In some of these embodiments, the fourth lateral support element 908 is a fourth lateral support rod.

[0272] Furthermore, such as Figure 18 As shown, the massage unit 900 further includes at least one ninth locking element 909 and at least one tenth locking element 910. The ninth locking element 909 is disposed at the end of the third sliding element 903; the tenth locking element 910 is movably connected to the third longitudinal support element 901 and locked to the corresponding ninth locking element 909, for locking the relative position of the fifth base element 902 and the third longitudinal support element 901.

[0273] The ninth locking element 909 and the fifth base element 902 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0274] The dimensions of the ninth locking element 909 are matched with the dimensions of the third longitudinal support element 901. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the ninth locking element 909 is not less than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third longitudinal support element 901.

[0275] The dimensions of the ninth locking element 909 are matched with the dimensions of the fifth base element 902. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the ninth locking element 909 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the cross section of the fifth base element 902 in which it is located.

[0276] In some embodiments, the ninth locking element 909 includes a plurality of first locking members and a plurality of third external threads. The plurality of first locking members are distributed at the ends of the third sliding element 903; the plurality of third external threads are respectively disposed on the corresponding first locking members and respectively locked to the corresponding tenth locking element 910, for driving the corresponding first locking members to abut against the third longitudinal support element 901 under the action of the tenth locking element 910.

[0277] In some of these embodiments, the first locking element includes, but is not limited to, a first locking piece.

[0278] The movable connection between the tenth locking element 910 and the third longitudinal support element 901 includes a sliding connection and a rotating connection.

[0279] The dimensions of the tenth locking element 910 are matched with the dimensions of the third longitudinal support element 901. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the tenth locking element 910 is not less than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third longitudinal support element 901.

[0280] The dimensions of the tenth locking element 910 match those of the ninth locking element 909. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the tenth locking element 910 is not less than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the ninth locking element 909.

[0281] In some embodiments, the tenth locking element 910 includes a second locking member and a third internal thread. The second locking member is movably connected to the third longitudinal support element 901; the third internal thread is disposed on the inner edge surface of the locking end of the second locking member and is locked to the third external thread so that the first locking member abuts against the third longitudinal support element 901.

[0282] In some embodiments, the second locking element includes, but is not limited to, the first locking seat.

[0283] Furthermore, the massage unit also includes at least an eleventh locking element 911 and at least a twelfth locking element 912. The eleventh locking element 911 is disposed at the end of the fourth sliding element 904; the twelfth locking element 912 is movably connected to the third transverse support element 905 and locked to the corresponding eleventh locking element 911, for locking the relative position of the fifth base element 902 and the third transverse support element 905.

[0284] The eleventh locking element 911 and the fifth base element 902 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0285] The dimensions of the eleventh locking element 911 are matched with the dimensions of the third lateral support element 905. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the eleventh locking element 911 is not less than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third lateral support element 905.

[0286] The dimensions of the eleventh locking element 911 are matched with the dimensions of the fifth base element 902. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the eleventh locking element 911 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., length, width) of the cross section of the fifth base element 902 in which it is located.

[0287] In some embodiments, the eleventh locking element 911 includes a plurality of third locking members and a plurality of fourth external threads. The plurality of third locking members are distributed at the ends of the fourth sliding element 904; the plurality of fourth external threads are respectively disposed on the corresponding third locking members and respectively locked and connected to the corresponding twelfth locking element 912, for driving the corresponding third locking members to abut against the third transverse support element 905 under the action of the twelfth locking element 912.

[0288] In some embodiments, the third locking element includes, but is not limited to, the second locking piece.

[0289] The movable connection between the twelfth locking element 912 and the third lateral support element 905 includes a sliding connection and a rotating connection.

[0290] The dimensions of the twelfth locking element 912 are matched with the dimensions of the third lateral support element 905. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the twelfth locking element 912 is not less than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third lateral support element 905.

[0291] The dimensions of the twelfth locking element 912 are matched with those of the eleventh locking element 911. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the twelfth locking element 912 is not less than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the eleventh locking element 911.

[0292] In some embodiments, the twelfth locking element 912 includes a fourth locking member and a fourth internal thread. The fourth locking member is movably connected to the third lateral support element 905; the fourth internal thread is disposed on the inner edge surface of the locking end of the fourth locking member and is locked to the fourth external thread so that the fourth locking member abuts against the third lateral support element 905.

[0293] In some of these embodiments, the fourth locking element includes, but is not limited to, the second locking seat.

[0294] The usage method of this embodiment is as follows:

[0295] After restraining the sheep using the method described in Example 1, Example 2, Example 3, Example 4, or Example 5, hold the second holding element 907 and adjust the length using the third lateral support element 905 and the fourth lateral support element 908. Alternatively, the fifth base element 902 can be slid along the third longitudinal support element 901 to a suitable height as needed. Then, the tenth locking element 910 and the ninth locking element 909 are used to lock and fix the height of the fifth base element 902 relative to the third longitudinal support element 901. Finally, the third lateral support element 905 and the fourth lateral support element 908 are pulled back and forth to control the sheep. Massage the perineum or vaginal opening of the sheep; or pull the third lateral support element 905 and the fourth lateral support element 908 along the fifth base element 902 until the massage element 906 is aligned with the sheep's perineum or vaginal opening, then use the eleventh locking element 911 and the twelfth locking element 912 to lock and connect, fixing the relative position of the third lateral support element 905 and the fifth base element 902, and then slide the fifth base element 902 up and down to drive the third lateral support element 905, the fourth lateral support element 908, and the massage element 906 to massage the sheep's perineum or vaginal opening to promote urination.

[0296] After use, the fourth lateral support element 908 can be retracted into the third lateral support element 905, and the fifth base element 902 can be rotated so that the third lateral support element 905 is parallel to the first lateral support element 102. Then, the second gripping element 907 can be pulled and fixed to the placement element 111.

[0297] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows: The massage unit is designed with a structure that can freely adjust its length, angle and position, so that it can massage the perineum or urethra of sheep in different positions. The roller massage method is gentle and can not only stimulate the sheep to urinate, but also effectively avoid damage to the perineum or urethra of the sheep, thus solving the problem of easy damage to the sheep's body.

[0298] Example 7

[0299] This embodiment is a modified embodiment of embodiment 6.

[0300] like Figure 19 As shown, the first fixing frame unit 100 further includes a fifth sliding element 107 and a sixth sliding element 108. The fifth sliding element 107 is disposed at the top end of the first fixing frame unit 100 and is slidably connected to the top end of the massage unit 900; the sixth sliding element 108 is disposed at the bottom end of the first fixing frame unit 100 and is slidably connected to the bottom end of the massage unit 900.

[0301] Specifically, the fifth sliding element 107 is arranged along the length direction of the first transverse support element 102 and is slidably connected to the top end of the third longitudinal support element 901; the sixth sliding element 108 is arranged along the length direction of the second transverse support element 103 and is slidably connected to the bottom end of the third longitudinal support element 901.

[0302] The dimensions of the fifth sliding element 107 are matched with the dimensions of the first lateral support element 102. Generally, the length of the fifth sliding element 107 is less than the length of the first lateral support element 102, the width of the fifth sliding element 107 is less than the width of the first lateral support element 102, and the height of the fifth sliding element 107 is less than the height of the first lateral support element 102.

[0303] The dimensions of the fifth sliding element 107 are matched with the dimensions of the third longitudinal support element 901. Generally, the width of the fifth sliding element 107 is not less than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third longitudinal support element 901.

[0304] In some of these embodiments, the fifth sliding element 107 is a second sliding groove.

[0305] The dimensions of the sixth sliding element 108 are matched with the dimensions of the second lateral support element 103. Generally, the length of the sixth sliding element 108 is less than the length of the second lateral support element 103, the width of the sixth sliding element 108 is less than the width of the second lateral support element 103, and the height of the sixth sliding element 108 is less than the height of the second lateral support element 103.

[0306] The dimensions of the sixth sliding element 108 are matched with the dimensions of the third longitudinal support element 901. Generally, the width of the sixth sliding element 108 is not less than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the third longitudinal support element 901.

[0307] In some of these embodiments, the sixth sliding element 108 is the third sliding groove.

[0308] Furthermore, the first fixing frame unit 100 also includes an eighth limiting element 109 and a ninth limiting element 110. The eighth limiting element 109 is disposed at the top of the first fixing frame unit 100 and communicates with the fifth sliding element 107, and is also connected to the top of the massage unit 900 to limit its separation from the first fixing frame unit 100. The ninth limiting element 110 is disposed at the top of the first fixing frame unit 100 and communicates with the sixth sliding element 108, and is also connected to the bottom of the massage unit 900 to limit its separation from the bottom of the massage unit 900.

[0309] Specifically, the eighth limiting element 109 is arranged along the length direction of the first transverse support element 102 to prevent the top end of the third longitudinal support element 901 from separating from the first transverse support element 102; the ninth limiting element 110 is arranged along the length direction of the second transverse support element 103 to prevent the bottom end of the third longitudinal support element 901 from separating from the second transverse support element 103.

[0310] The dimensions of the eighth limiting element 109 are matched with the dimensions of the first lateral support element 102. Generally, the length of the eighth limiting element 109 is less than the length of the first lateral support element 102, the width of the eighth limiting element 109 is less than the width of the first lateral support element 102, and the height of the eighth limiting element 109 is less than the height of the first lateral support element 102.

[0311] The dimensions of the eighth limiting element 109 match the dimensions of the fifth sliding element 107. Generally, the length of the eighth limiting element 109 is equal to the length of the fifth sliding element 107, and the width of the eighth limiting element 109 is greater than the width of the fifth sliding element 107.

[0312] In some embodiments, the sum of the heights of the eighth limiting element 109 and the fifth sliding element 107 is less than the height of the first lateral support element 102.

[0313] In some of these embodiments, the eighth limiting element 109 is the fourth limiting groove.

[0314] The dimensions of the ninth limiting element 110 are matched with the dimensions of the second lateral support element 103. Generally, the length of the ninth limiting element 110 is less than the length of the second lateral support element 103, the width of the ninth limiting element 110 is less than the width of the second lateral support element 103, and the height of the ninth limiting element 110 is less than the height of the second lateral support element 103.

[0315] The dimensions of the ninth limiting element 110 are matched with the dimensions of the sixth sliding element 108. Generally, the length of the ninth limiting element 110 is equal to the length of the sixth sliding element 108, and the width of the ninth limiting element 110 is greater than the width of the sixth sliding element 108.

[0316] In some embodiments, the sum of the heights of the ninth limiting element 110 and the sixth sliding element 108 is less than the height of the second lateral support element 103.

[0317] In some of these embodiments, the ninth limiting element 110 is the fifth limiting groove.

[0318] Furthermore, the first fixing frame unit 100 also includes a placement element 111. The placement element 111 is disposed on the side of the first fixing frame unit 100 and is used to fix the end of the massage unit 900.

[0319] Specifically, the placement element 111 is disposed on the first longitudinal support element 101 or the second longitudinal support element 104.

[0320] The dimensions of the placement element 111 match the dimensions of the first longitudinal support element 101 (second longitudinal support element 104). Generally, the length of the placement element 111 is less than the length of the first longitudinal support element 101 (second longitudinal support element 104), the width of the placement element 111 is less than the width of the first longitudinal support element 101 (second longitudinal support element 104), and the height of the placement element 111 is less than the height of the first longitudinal support element 101 (second longitudinal support element 104).

[0321] In some of these embodiments, the placement element 111 is a fixing groove.

[0322] like Figure 17 As shown, the massage unit 900 also includes a tenth limiting element 913 and an eleventh limiting element 914. The tenth limiting element 913 is disposed at the top end of the third longitudinal support element 901 and is limitedly connected to the first fixing frame unit 100 to prevent the top end of the third longitudinal support element 901 from separating from the first fixing frame unit 100. The eleventh limiting element 914 is disposed at the bottom end of the third longitudinal support element 901 and is limitedly connected to the first fixing frame unit 100 to prevent the bottom end of the third longitudinal support element 901 from separating from the first fixing frame unit 100.

[0323] Specifically, the tenth limiting element 913 is slidably connected to the eighth limiting element 109; the eleventh limiting element 914 is slidably connected to the ninth limiting element 110.

[0324] The tenth limiting element 913 and the third longitudinal support element 901 are connected by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0325] The dimensions of the tenth limiting element 913 match the dimensions of the fifth sliding element 107. Generally, the length of the tenth limiting element 913 is less than the length of the fifth sliding element 107, and the width of the tenth limiting element 913 is greater than the width of the fifth sliding element 107.

[0326] The dimensions of the tenth limiting element 913 match those of the eighth limiting element 109. Generally, the length of the tenth limiting element 913 is less than the length of the eighth limiting element 109, the width of the tenth limiting element 913 is not greater than the width of the eighth limiting element 109, and the height of the tenth limiting element 913 is not greater than the height of the eighth limiting element 109.

[0327] In some of these embodiments, the tenth limiting element 913 is the fifth limiting block.

[0328] The eleventh limiting element 914 is connected to the third longitudinal support element 901 by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0329] The dimensions of the eleventh limiting element 914 match the dimensions of the sixth sliding element 108. Generally, the length of the eleventh limiting element 914 is less than the length of the sixth sliding element 108, and the width of the eleventh limiting element 914 is greater than the width of the sixth sliding element 108.

[0330] The dimensions of the eleventh limiting element 914 match the dimensions of the ninth limiting element 110. Generally, the length of the eleventh limiting element 914 is less than the length of the ninth limiting element 110, the width of the eleventh limiting element 914 is not greater than the width of the ninth limiting element 110, and the height of the eleventh limiting element 914 is not greater than the height of the ninth limiting element 110.

[0331] In some of these embodiments, the eleventh limiting element 914 is the sixth limiting block.

[0332] The usage method of this embodiment is as follows:

[0333] The difference between this embodiment and embodiment 6 is that the third longitudinal support element 901 can slide along the length direction of the first transverse support element 102 and the second transverse support element 103. When sliding, the second gripping element 907 drives the fifth base element 902, thereby driving the top end of the third longitudinal support element 901 to be opposite to the fifth sliding element 107, and the bottom end of the third longitudinal support element 901 to slide relative to the sixth sliding element 108. The tenth limiting element 913 is limited and connected to the eighth limiting element 109, and the eleventh limiting element 914 is limited and connected to the ninth limiting element 110. Other usage methods are the same as in embodiment 6.

[0334] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows: by using the sliding connection between the massage unit and the first support unit, the position of the massage unit can be adjusted according to the size of the sheep, thereby expanding the scope of use and improving the flexibility of use.

[0335] Example 8

[0336] This embodiment is a modified embodiment of Embodiments 1 to 7.

[0337] like Figure 20 As shown, the sheep restraint device also includes a second fixing frame unit 1000 and at least one third fixing frame unit 1100. The second fixing frame unit 1000 is arranged parallel to the side of the first fixing frame unit 100 and is used to restrict the sheep's range of motion. The third fixing frame unit 1100 is connected to both the first fixing frame unit 100 and the second fixing frame unit 1000 and is used to restrict the sheep's range of motion.

[0338] The second fixing frame unit 1000 includes a fourth longitudinal support element, a fifth transverse support element, a sixth transverse support element, and a fifth longitudinal support element. The fourth longitudinal support element is disposed parallel to the first longitudinal support element 101 on a horizontal plane; the first end of the fifth transverse support element is connected to the fourth longitudinal support element; the first end of the sixth transverse support element is connected to the fourth longitudinal support element and is disposed parallel to the fifth transverse support element; the fifth longitudinal support element is connected to the second ends of both the fifth transverse support element and the sixth transverse support element, and is disposed parallel to the fourth longitudinal support element.

[0339] The dimensions of the fourth longitudinal support element are matched with those of the first longitudinal support element 101. Generally, the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the fourth longitudinal support element is equal to the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the first longitudinal support element 101.

[0340] In some of these embodiments, the fourth longitudinal support element is a fourth longitudinal support rod.

[0341] The fifth transverse support element is connected to the fourth longitudinal support element by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0342] The dimensions of the fifth lateral support element match those of the first lateral support element 102 (second lateral support element 103). Generally, the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the fifth lateral support element is equal to the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the first lateral support element 102.

[0343] In some of these embodiments, the fifth lateral support element is a fifth lateral support rod.

[0344] The fifth transverse support element is connected to the fourth longitudinal support element by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0345] In some of these embodiments, the fifth lateral support element is a fifth lateral support rod.

[0346] The dimensions of the sixth lateral support element are matched with those of the fifth lateral support element. Generally, the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the sixth lateral support element is equal to the axial dimension (e.g., length) of the fifth lateral support element.

[0347] In some of these embodiments, the sixth lateral support element is a sixth lateral support rod.

[0348] The dimensions of the fifth longitudinal support element are matched with those of the fourth longitudinal support element. Generally, the axial dimension (such as length) of the fifth longitudinal support element is not less than the height of the fourth longitudinal support element.

[0349] In some of these embodiments, the fifth longitudinal support element is a fifth longitudinal support rod.

[0350] When there are multiple third fixing units 1100, the multiple third fixing units 1100 are distributed at the head and / or tail ends of the first fixing unit 100 and the second fixing unit 1000.

[0351] The third fixing unit 1100 is connected to the first fixing unit 100 and the second fixing unit 1000 by a fixed connection. The fixed connection method includes, but is not limited to, welding.

[0352] In some of these embodiments, the third fixing unit 1100 is the seventh transverse support rod.

[0353] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows: by using the second and third fixing units in conjunction with the first fixing unit to restrict the range of motion of the sheep's body, it is easier to massage the sheep or collect urine.

[0354] Example 9

[0355] This embodiment relates to the sheep urine collection system of the present invention.

[0356] An illustrative embodiment of the present invention, such as Figure 21 As shown, a sheep urine collection system includes a sheep restraint device A and a urine collection device B as described in any of Examples 1 to 8. The urine collection device B is removably disposed in the first fixing frame unit 100 of the sheep restraint device A, and is used to fix it to the sheep's body for urine collection.

[0357] Specifically, the urine collection device B is removably disposed on the first lateral support element 102.

[0358] In some embodiments, the urine collection device B includes a receiving element, a urine collection element, a urine delivery element, and a urine storage element. The receiving element is disposed on the first lateral support element 102; the urine collection element is removably placed over the urethral opening of the sheep for urine collection; the first end of the urine delivery element is connected to the urine collection element for delivering sheep urine; and the urine storage element is detachably connected to the second end of the urine delivery element for storing sheep urine.

[0359] In some embodiments, the urine collection element includes, but is not limited to, a urine collection bucket or a urine collection tank.

[0360] In some of these embodiments, the urine delivery element includes, but is not limited to, a delivery tubing.

[0361] In some of these embodiments, the urine storage element includes, but is not limited to, a storage bottle.

[0362] In some embodiments, the urine collection device B further includes a fixing element. This fixing element is connected to both the urine collection element and the urine storage element, and is used to fix the urine collection element to the urethral opening of the sheep.

[0363] In some embodiments, the securing elements include, but are not limited to, straps.

[0364] The usage method of this embodiment is as follows:

[0365] First, connect the urine delivery element to the urine collection element and the urine storage element respectively. Then, connect the urine delivery element and the urine storage element to the fixing element. Then, use the fixing element to fix the urine collection element to the urethral opening of the sheep. After the urine collection is completed, separate the urine storage element from the urine delivery element and collect the urine from the urine storage element for testing. Dispose of the urine collection element and the urine delivery element according to hygiene requirements.

[0366] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows: by attaching the urine collection device to the sheep's body, the sheep's urine can be collected in a timely manner, effectively avoiding the problems of missed urine collection and the need for multiple people to cooperate in urine collection.

[0367] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the implementation and protection scope of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should realize that any equivalent substitutions and obvious changes made based on the description and illustrations of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sheep restraint device for assisting in the collection of sheep urine, characterized in that, The utility model relates to a sheep neck clamping device, including: First fixed frame unit, first fixed frame unit set up in horizontal plane; First sheep neck clamping unit, first sheep neck clamping unit is arc, first sheep neck clamping unit sets up in the first end of first fixed frame unit; Second sheep neck clamping unit, second sheep neck clamping unit is arc, second sheep neck clamping unit sets up in the upper portion of first sheep neck clamping unit, and with first sheep neck clamping unit rotation connection, is used for clamping sheep neck with first sheep neck clamping unit; First locking unit, first locking unit sets up in the side portion of first sheep neck clamping unit, and with second sheep neck clamping unit is detachable connection, is used for locking the relative position of second sheep neck clamping unit with first sheep neck clamping unit.

2. A sheep restraining device according to claim 1, characterised in that First fixed frame unit includes: First longitudinal support element, first longitudinal support element sets up in horizontal plane; First transverse support element, first end of first transverse support element is connected with first longitudinal support element; Second transverse support element, first end of second transverse support element is connected with first longitudinal support element, and with first transverse support element parallel setting; Second longitudinal support element, second longitudinal support element is connected with the second end of first transverse support element respectively, the second end of second transverse support element, and with first longitudinal support element parallel setting, and the end of second longitudinal element is provided with first sheep neck clamping unit; And / or First sheep neck clamping unit includes: First sheep neck clamping element, first sheep neck clamping element is arc, first sheep neck clamping element sets up in the first end of first fixed frame unit, is used for clamping sheep neck with second sheep neck clamping unit; Through element, through element sets up in the first end of first sheep neck clamping element, the inside rotation of through element is provided with second sheep neck clamping unit, and the side portion of through element is connected with first fixed frame unit; First rotation element, first rotation element passes through through element setting, and with second sheep neck clamping unit rotation connection; And / or Second sheep neck clamping unit includes: Second sheep neck clamping element, second sheep neck clamping element is symmetrically set up in the top end of first sheep neck clamping unit, is used for clamping sheep neck with first sheep neck clamping unit; Second rotation element, second rotation element sets up in second sheep neck clamping element, and with first sheep neck clamping unit rotation connection, is used for rotating second sheep neck clamping element; At least one first locking element, first locking element sets up in second sheep neck clamping element, and with first locking unit locking connection; And / or First locking unit includes: First base element, first end of first base element sets up in the side portion of first sheep neck clamping unit; Several first limiting elements, first limiting element distribution sets up in the second end of first base element; Second base element, second base element is movably connected with first base element; At least one second limiting element is arranged at the second end of the second base element and is in limiting connection with the first limiting element, for limiting the relative position of the first base element and the second base element; A second locking element is arranged at the first base element and is in locking connection with the second neck clamping unit, for locking the relative position of the first base element and the second neck clamping unit.

3. A sheep restraining device as claimed in claim 2 wherein, The first fixing frame unit further comprises: A first sliding element is arranged at the second longitudinal support element and is in sliding connection with the first neck clamping unit; A fifth limiting element is arranged at the second longitudinal support element and is in communication with the first sliding element, for preventing the first neck clamping unit from being separated from the second longitudinal support element; and / or The first neck clamping unit further comprises: A base element is arranged at the side of the penetrating element; A second sliding element is arranged at the side of the base element and is in sliding connection with the first fixing frame unit, for driving the base element to reciprocate along the height direction of the first fixing frame unit; At least one sixth limiting element is arranged at the side of the second sliding element and is in limiting connection with the first fixing frame unit, for preventing the base element from being separated from the first fixing frame unit; and / or The first locking unit further comprises: A third limiting element is arranged at the outer edge surface of the first base element; A fourth limiting element is arranged at the inner edge surface of the second base element and is in limiting connection with the third limiting element, for preventing the second base element from being separated from the first base element.

4. The sheep restraining device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, Further comprising: A second locking unit is in locking connection with the first locking unit, for locking the relative position of the first locking unit and the first neck clamping unit; And / or A height adjusting unit is arranged at the side of the first end of the first fixing frame unit and is connected with the side of the first neck clamping unit, for adjusting the height of the first neck clamping unit; And / or A nose covering unit is arranged at the first end of the first fixing frame unit and is connected with the first neck clamping unit, for shielding the mouth and nose of the sheep; A gas pump unit is arranged at the first end of the first fixing frame unit and is in communication with the nose covering unit, for pumping air or inflating the nose covering unit; and / or A massage unit is movably arranged at the first fixing frame unit, for massaging the perineum or urethral opening of the sheep to stimulate the sheep to urinate; and / or A second fixing frame unit is arranged in parallel with the side of the first fixing frame unit, for limiting the movement range of the body of the sheep; A third fixing frame unit is connected with the first fixing frame unit and the second fixing frame unit, for limiting the movement range of the body of the sheep.

5. A sheep restraining device as claimed in claim 4 wherein, The first locking unit further comprises: a third locking element arranged at the first end of the first locking unit and in locking connection with the second locking unit; a fourth locking element arranged at the second end of the first locking unit and in locking connection with the second locking unit; and / or The second locking unit comprises: a third base element sleeved at the first end of the first locking unit; a fifth locking element arranged at the first end of the third base element and in locking connection with the first end of the first locking unit; a sixth locking element arranged at the second end of the third base element and in locking connection with the second end of the first locking unit; and / or The second locking unit comprises: a first holding element arranged at the side of the second locking unit for assisting the rotation of the second locking unit.

6. A sheep restraining device as claimed in claim 4 wherein, The nose covering unit comprises: a nose covering element arranged at the side of the first and second sheep neck clamping units for covering the mouth and nose of the sheep; an opening element arranged at the opening end of the nose covering element for opening the nose covering element to allow the mouth and nose of the sheep to enter the nose covering element; a flexible supporting element having a first end connected with the nose covering element and a second end connected with the first sheep neck clamping unit for adjusting the position of the nose covering element; and / or The air pump unit comprises: an air pump element arranged at the first end of the first fixing frame unit for pumping or inflating the nose covering unit; a conveying element having a first end connected with the air pump element and a second end in communication with the nose covering unit for inputting or outputting air to the nose covering unit.

7. A sheep restraining device as claimed in claim 6 wherein, The nose covering unit further comprises: a fourth base element arranged at the side of the opening end of the nose covering element and connected with the nose covering element, the opening element and the flexible supporting element respectively; a channel element arranged through the fourth base element for allowing the opening element to pass through; a seventh locking element arranged at the side of the fourth base element; an eighth locking element slidingly arranged at the opening element and in locking connection with the seventh locking element for locking the length of the opening element in cooperation with the seventh locking element; a seventh limiting element arranged at one end of the opening element for preventing the opening element from being separated from the fourth base element.

8. The sheep restraining device of claim 4, wherein, The first fixing frame unit further comprises: a fifth sliding element arranged at the top end of the first fixing frame unit and in sliding connection with the top end of the massage unit; a sixth sliding element arranged at the bottom end of the first fixing frame unit and in sliding connection with the bottom end of the massage unit; and / or The first fixing frame unit further comprises: a placing element arranged at a side of the first fixing frame unit for fixing an end of the massage unit; and / or the massage unit comprises: a third longitudinal supporting element arranged in parallel with the first fixing frame unit, a fifth base element slidingly arranged on the third longitudinal supporting element; a third sliding element longitudinally arranged through the fifth base element and slidingly connected with the third longitudinal supporting element; a fourth sliding element transversely arranged through the fifth base element; a third transverse supporting element movably arranged on the sixth sliding element; a massage element arranged at a first end of the third transverse supporting element for massaging the perineum or urethral orifice of the sheep to stimulate the sheep to urinate.

9. A sheep restraining device as claimed in claim 8 wherein, the first fixing frame unit further comprises: an eighth limiting element arranged at a top end of the first fixing frame unit, in communication with the fifth sliding element and limitingly connected with a top end of the massage unit for preventing the top end of the massage unit from separating from the first fixing frame unit; a ninth limiting element arranged at the top end of the first fixing frame unit, in communication with the sixth sliding element and limitingly connected with a bottom end of the massage unit for preventing the bottom end of the massage unit from separating from the first fixing frame unit; and / or the massage unit further comprises: a tenth limiting element arranged at a top end of the third longitudinal supporting element and limitingly connected with the first fixing frame unit for preventing the top end of the third longitudinal supporting element from separating from the first fixing frame unit; an eleventh limiting element arranged at a bottom end of the third longitudinal supporting element and limitingly connected with the first fixing frame unit for preventing the bottom end of the third longitudinal supporting element from separating from the first fixing frame unit; and / or the massage unit further comprises: a second holding element arranged at a second end of the third transverse supporting element and limitingly connected with the sixth sliding element for holding when sliding the third transverse supporting element; and / or the massage unit further comprises: at least one fourth transverse supporting element arranged between the third transverse supporting element and the massage element and slidingly connected with the third transverse supporting element for adjusting the position of the massage element; and / or the massage unit further comprises: at least one ninth locking element arranged at an end of the third sliding element; at least one tenth locking element movably connected with the third longitudinal supporting element and lockingly connected with the corresponding ninth locking element for locking the relative position of the fifth base element and the third longitudinal supporting element; and / or the massage unit further comprises: at least one eleventh locking element arranged at an end of the fourth sliding element; At least one twelfth locking element movably connected with the third transverse support element and lockingly connected with the corresponding eleventh locking element, for locking the relative position of the fifth base element and the third transverse support element.

10. A sheep urine collection system, characterised in that, Comprising: The sheep restraining device as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9; A urine collection device removably provided in the first fixing frame unit of the sheep restraining device, for fixing to the body of a sheep to collect urine from the sheep.

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