Excrement collecting device and system for rats and mice

Abstract

The utility model relates to an excrement collecting device and system for rats and mice. The excrement collecting device comprises a supporting assembly, a cover assembly, a collecting assembly, an excrement collecting assembly and a massage assembly. The device has the advantages that the supporting assembly is detachably connected with the cover assembly, rats and mice are fixed, excrement of the rats is directly collected by the collecting assembly and enters the excrement collecting assembly to be stored, in the collecting process, workers do not make contact with the excrement, the supporting assembly and the collecting assembly are made of disposable materials, the risk that the excrement is polluted is reduced, and the labor intensity of workers is relieved. The problem that excrement is easy to pollute is solved; the massage assembly is used for massaging the crissum or belly of the rat and mouse, defecation of the rat and mouse is promoted, the size is small, operation is easy, the collection efficiency is high, and the problems that the collection efficiency is low and time and labor are consumed are solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of animal sampling, in particular to an excrement collection device and system for mice and rats, which are used for collecting excrement of mice and rats. Background Art

[0002] Rats and mice are the most commonly used experimental animals in medicine, pharmacy, and biology. Feces and urine collection is extremely common in animal experiments, often used to monitor the effects of certain drugs and toxins on the metabolism and intestinal flora of model animals.

[0003] In experiments involving mouse feces collection, such as intestinal flora determination, at least 3-5 fresh feces pellets must be collected. The collection process typically requires the cooperation of two operators. One operator secures the mouse while the other collects the feces. During the collection process, the mouse's anus and abdomen must be massaged to stimulate its defecation reflex. The entire collection process is time-consuming and requires frequent and prolonged mouse immobilization, increasing the risk of scratching and biting the operator. This requires a high level of operator proficiency and experience.

[0004] At present, the commonly used sterile feces collection in laboratories is still manual collection. Manual collection usually involves collecting feces in a clean mouse cage with clean paper pads, waiting for the mouse to defecate naturally, or manually catching the mouse and stimulating the perianal area to defecate, and then collecting fresh feces with a sterile EP tube. Among them, the collection of natural defecation carries the risk of feces being contaminated by the mouse itself touching or stepping on it, and the picking of feces is extremely susceptible to contamination by other bacteria, affecting the test results. To collect fresh feces from mice and rats, the commonly used operation is to collect it with a sterile EP tube. The EP tube has a small mouth, which increases the difficulty of collection and is easily contaminated by the operator's hands. In addition, manual collection of sterile feces requires at least two people to operate at the same time, which is a huge waste of labor.

[0005] There are also some large-scale fecal collection devices on the market, such as metabolic cages. Metabolic cages collect mouse metabolites, which to a certain extent frees up the hands of staff and allows for large-scale collection, improving collection efficiency. However, metabolic cages are usually one mouse per cage, and are often large in size, not only taking up space, but also having a complex structure and high cost. On the other hand, metabolic cages are not primarily used for fecal collection and cannot be used for sterile fecal collection. If sterile collection is required, the metabolic cages must be cleaned and disinfected one by one. Moreover, metabolic cage collection lacks perianal stimulation, and fecal collection relies on natural defecation, which is time-consuming.

[0006] There is no effective solution to the problems of low collection efficiency, time-consuming and labor-intensive, inability to perform sterile collection, and easy contamination of feces in related technologies. Utility Model Content

[0007] The purpose of this utility model is to address the deficiencies in the existing technology and provide an excrement collection device and system for mice and rats, so as to solve the problems existing in the related technology such as low collection efficiency, time and labor consumption, inability to perform sterile collection, and easy contamination of feces.

[0008] In order to achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is:

[0009] The first aspect of the present invention is to provide an excrement collection device for mice and rats, comprising:

[0010] A support assembly, the support assembly is used to support mice and rats;

[0011] a cover assembly, the cover assembly being removably disposed above the support assembly and being used to fix the position of the rat on the support assembly;

[0012] A collecting assembly, which is removably disposed below the supporting assembly and below the cover assembly, and is used to collect excrement of mice and rats;

[0013] A feces collection component, which is removably disposed at the bottom end of the collection component and is used to collect feces of mice and rats;

[0014] The massage component is arranged above the supporting component and is movably connected to the supporting component, and is used to massage the anus or abdomen of mice and rats to promote excretion.

[0015] In some embodiments, the support assembly includes:

[0016] A supporting element, the cover assembly and the massage assembly are arranged above the supporting element, and the collection assembly and the feces collection assembly are arranged below the supporting element, for supporting large and small mice;

[0017] A plurality of mounting elements, the plurality of mounting elements being distributed on the sides of the supporting element and used for mounting the supporting element to the cage;

[0018] a plurality of support elements, each of which is detachably connected to the supporting element and movably connected to the massage assembly;

[0019] a plurality of first connecting elements, each of which is disposed on the corresponding support element and is detachably connected to the supporting element;

[0020] A plurality of second connecting elements are respectively arranged at the top ends of the corresponding support elements and are respectively movably connected to the massage components.

[0021] In some embodiments, the support assembly further comprises:

[0022] A third limiting element is provided on the second connecting element and is detachably connected to the massage component.

[0023] In some embodiments, the cover assembly includes:

[0024] a first cover element, the first cover element being removably disposed above the support assembly and being used to cover a rat or mouse on the support assembly;

[0025] a plurality of third connecting elements, which are distributed on both sides of the first cover element and are respectively detachably connected to the supporting assembly;

[0026] a first through-hole element, the first through-hole element being provided at an end portion of the cover assembly and being used for placing a tail of a rat or mouse;

[0027] Two second through-hole elements are symmetrically arranged on two sides of the first cover element and are used to set the massage component.

[0028] In some embodiments, the cover assembly further comprises:

[0029] A plurality of ventilation elements are arranged through the first cover element and are used for ventilating the first cover element.

[0030] In some embodiments, the cover assembly further comprises:

[0031] a second cover element, the second cover element being slidably connected to the first cover element and being used to adjust the length of the cover assembly to hold mice of different sizes;

[0032] a fifth connecting element, the fifth connecting element being provided on the second cover element and being detachably connected to the supporting assembly, and being used for locking the relative position of the first cover element and the second cover element;

[0033] a first limiting element, the first limiting element being provided at an end portion of the first cover element and being used to prevent the first cover element from being separated from the second cover element;

[0034] a second limiting element, which is provided at an end of the second cover element and is connected to the first limiting element in a limiting manner, and is used to cooperate with the first limiting element to prevent the first cover element from separating from the second cover element;

[0035] A sliding element is provided at the bottom end of the first cover element and / or the bottom end of the second cover element, and is used to enable the first cover element and the second cover element to slide relative to each other.

[0036] In some embodiments, the acquisition component includes:

[0037] A collecting element, which is removably disposed below the supporting assembly and is used to collect excrement of mice and rats;

[0038] a plurality of fourth connecting elements, which are distributed at the ends of the collecting element and are detachably connected to the supporting assembly, and are used to mount the collecting element to the supporting assembly;

[0039] A conveying element is provided at the bottom end of the collecting element and is detachably connected to the feces collecting assembly, and is used for conveying the excrement collected by the collecting element to the feces collecting assembly.

[0040] In some embodiments, the stool collection assembly includes:

[0041] A feces storage element, which is arranged at the bottom end of the collection component and is used to collect feces of mice and rats;

[0042] A first sealing element is removably disposed on the top end of the feces storage element for sealing the top end of the feces storage element.

[0043] In some embodiments, the massage component includes:

[0044] a first shaft element, the first shaft element being disposed above the supporting assembly and movably connected to the supporting assembly;

[0045] At least one first massage element is provided on the side of the first shaft element and is used for rotating or reciprocating along the horizontal direction of the first shaft element to massage the anus or abdomen of mice and rats to stimulate defecation.

[0046] In some embodiments, the massage component further comprises:

[0047] A plurality of second massage elements are distributed on the top of the first massage element and are arranged in a blunt circular shape for massaging the anus or abdomen of mice and rats.

[0048] In some embodiments, the massage component further comprises:

[0049] A fourth limiting element is provided at the end of the first shaft element, is in the same direction as the first massage element, and is connected to the supporting assembly, for limiting the angle of the first massage element.

[0050] In some embodiments, the massage component further comprises:

[0051] a housing element, the housing element being arranged on a side of the first shaft element, the first massage element being arranged on a top end of the housing element;

[0052] a spring element, the spring element being disposed inside the housing element and detachably connected to the housing element, and being configured to store and release mechanical energy to drive the first massage element to rotate;

[0053] an operating element, wherein a first end of the operating element is disposed inside the housing element, and a second end of the operating element is disposed outside the housing element and connected to the clockwork element, and is used to store energy in the clockwork element under the action of an external force;

[0054] a transmission element disposed inside the housing element and connected to the spring element, for transmitting mechanical energy released by the spring element to the first massage element to drive the first massage element to rotate;

[0055] A second shaft element is connected to the transmission element and the first massage element respectively, and is used to drive the first massage element to rotate under the action of the transmission element.

[0056] In some embodiments, the excrement collection device further comprises:

[0057] The urine collecting component is removably arranged at the bottom end of the feces collecting component and is used for collecting urine of mice and rats.

[0058] In some embodiments, the feces collection assembly further comprises:

[0059] A separation element, which is arranged on the feces storage element and is used to separate feces and urine of mice and rats;

[0060] A second sealing element is removably disposed at the bottom end of the feces storage element and is used to seal the bottom end of the feces storage element.

[0061] In some embodiments, the urine collection assembly comprises:

[0062] A urine storage element, which is removably disposed at the bottom end of the feces collection component and is used to collect urine from mice and rats;

[0063] A third sealing element is removably disposed on the top end of the urine storage element for sealing the top end of the urine storage element.

[0064] The second aspect of the present invention is to provide an excrement collection system for mice and rats, comprising:

[0065] The excrement collecting device according to any one of the first aspects;

[0066] A mouse cage is detachably connected to the excrement collecting device.

[0067] The present invention adopts the above technical solution, and compared with the prior art, has the following technical effects:

[0068] The utility model discloses an excrement collection device and system for mice and rats, which are used for collecting excrement of mice and rats. A support component is used to support the mice and is detachably connected to a cover component to fix the mice and rats. The excrement excreted is directly collected by the collection component and stored in the excrement collection component. During the collection process, the staff does not come into contact with the excrement, and the support component and the collection component are made of disposable materials, which reduces the risk of excrement contamination and solves the problem that excrement is easily contaminated. A massage component is used to massage the mice and promote their defecation, which is simple to operate and has high collection efficiency, solving the problems of low collection efficiency and time-consuming and labor-intensive collection. A urine collection component is provided to separate and store the excrement and urine of the mice, solving the problem that sterile excrement and urine cannot be collected at the same time. The device has a simple structure, a small size and occupies little space. A mouse cage is provided to collect excrement from multiple mice at the same time, further improving the collection efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0069] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of an excrement collection device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0070] Figure 2 1 is a schematic diagram of a support assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0071] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of a cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention (1);

[0072] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of a collection component according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0073] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of a feces collection assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention (1);

[0074] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of a massage assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model (1);

[0075] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of a cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model (II);

[0076] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of a feces collection assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention (2);

[0077] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of a urine collection assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0078] Figure 10 Schematic diagram of a feces collection assembly and a urine collection assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention (1);

[0079] Figure 11 Schematic diagram of a feces collection assembly and a urine collection assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention (II);

[0080] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram of a support assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention (II);

[0081] Figure 13 is a schematic diagram of a massage assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model (2);

[0082] Figure 14 is a schematic diagram of a massage assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model (3);

[0083] Figure 15 is a schematic diagram of a massage assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model (four);

[0084] Figure 16 Schematic diagram of an excrement collection system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0085] The accompanying drawings are as follows:

[0086] 1000. Excreta collection device;

[0087] 1100, support assembly; 1101, support element; 1102, mounting element; 1103, bracket element; 1104, first connecting element; 1105, second connecting element; 1106, third limiting element;

[0088] 1200, cover assembly; 1201, first cover element; 1202, third connecting element; 1203, first through-hole element; 1204, second through-hole element; 1205, ventilation element; 1206, second cover element; 1207, fifth connecting element; 1208, first limiting element; 1209, second limiting element; 1210, sliding element;

[0089] 1300, collection component; 1301, collection element; 1302, fourth connecting element; 1303, conveying element;

[0090] 1400, feces collection component; 1401, feces storage element; 1402, first sealing element; 1403, separation element; 1404, second sealing element;

[0091] 1500, massage component; 1501, first shaft element; 1502, first massage element; 1503, second massage element; 1504, fourth limiting element; 1505, housing element; 1506, spring element; 1507, operating element; 1508, transmission element; 1509, second shaft element;

[0092] 1600, urine collection component; 1601, urine storage element; 1602, third sealing element;

[0093] 2000. Rat cage. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0094] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of this application more clearly understood, the present application is described and illustrated below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and examples. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this application and are not intended to limit this application. Based on the embodiments provided in this application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making any creative work are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0095] Obviously, the drawings described below are merely examples or embodiments of the present application. Those skilled in the art can, without inventive effort, apply the present application to other similar scenarios based on these drawings. Furthermore, it is also understood that, although the effort involved in such a development process may be complex and lengthy, for those skilled in the art related to the content disclosed in this application, changes in design, manufacturing, or production based on the technical content disclosed in this application are merely conventional technical means and should not be construed as an insufficiency of the content disclosed in this application.

[0096] References to "embodiments" in this application mean that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of the application. The appearance of this phrase in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor does it refer to independent or alternative embodiments that are mutually exclusive of other embodiments. It is understood, both explicitly and implicitly, by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described in this application may be combined with other embodiments unless there is a conflict.

[0097] Unless otherwise defined, technical or scientific terms used herein shall have the ordinary meaning as understood by persons of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terms "a," "an," "an," "the," and similar expressions used herein do not denote limitations on quantity and may refer to either the singular or the plural. The terms "comprise," "include," "have," and any variations thereof, used herein, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions. For example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus comprising a series of steps or elements (units) is not limited to the listed steps or elements but may also include steps or elements not listed, or may include other steps or elements inherent to the process, method, product, or apparatus. The terms "connected," "connected," "coupled," and similar expressions used herein are not limited to physical or mechanical connections but may include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. As used herein, "plurality" means two or more. "And / or" describes an association between associated objects, indicating that three possible relationships exist. For example, "A and / or B" may mean: A exists alone; A and B exist simultaneously; or B exists alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the objects before and after are in an "or" relationship. The terms "first", "second", "third", etc. involved in this application are only used to distinguish similar objects and do not represent a specific order for the objects.

[0098] Example 1

[0099] This example relates to the excrement collection device of the present utility model.

[0100] An illustrative embodiment of the present invention is as follows: Figure 1As shown, an excrement collection device 1000 for rats and mice comprises a support assembly 1100, a cover assembly 1200, a collection assembly 1300, a feces collection assembly 1400, and a massage assembly 1500. The support assembly 1100 is used to support the rat and mouse; the cover assembly 1200 is removably disposed above the support assembly 1100 to secure the rat and mouse in position on the support assembly 1100; the collection assembly 1300 is removably disposed below the support assembly 1100 and below the cover assembly 1200 to collect the rat and mouse's excrement; the feces collection assembly 1400 is removably disposed at the bottom end of the collection assembly 1300 to collect the rat and mouse's feces; and the massage assembly 1500 is disposed above the support assembly 1100 and movably connected to the support assembly 1100 to massage the rat and mouse's anus or abdomen to promote excretion.

[0101] like Figure 2 As shown, the supporting assembly 1100 includes a supporting element 1101 , a plurality of mounting elements 1102 , a plurality of bracket elements 1103 , a plurality of first connecting elements 1104 and a plurality of second connecting elements 1105 . Among them, a cover assembly 1200 and a massage assembly 1500 are arranged above the supporting element 1101, and a collection assembly 1300 and a feces collection assembly 1400 are arranged below the supporting element 1101 for supporting large and small mice; a number of mounting elements 1102 are distributed on the side of the supporting element 1101 for mounting the supporting element 1101 to the mouse cage; a number of bracket elements 1103 are respectively detachably connected to the supporting element 1101, and are respectively movably connected to the massage assembly 1500; a number of first connecting elements 1104 are respectively arranged on the corresponding bracket elements 1103, and are respectively detachably connected to the supporting element 1101; a number of second connecting elements 1105 are respectively arranged on the top of the corresponding bracket elements 1103, and are respectively movably connected to the massage assembly 1500.

[0102] In some embodiments, the material of the supporting element 1101 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0103] In some embodiments, the support element 1101 is a disposable material.

[0104] In some embodiments, the supporting element 1101 is a supporting mesh.

[0105] The connection between the mounting element 1102 and the supporting element 1101 can be fixed or detachable, wherein the fixed connection includes but is not limited to integral molding; the detachable connection includes but is not limited to snap-fitting and sleeve-fitting.

[0106] The size of the mounting element 1102 matches the size of the supporting element 1101. Generally, the radial size (such as inner diameter, length, width) of the mounting element 1102 is larger than the radial size (such as outer diameter, length, width) of the smallest unit (such as a grid) of the supporting element 1101.

[0107] In some embodiments, the material of the mounting element 1102 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0108] In some embodiments, the mounting element 1102 is a mounting buckle.

[0109] The connection between the support element 1103 and the supporting element 1101 is a detachable connection, wherein the detachable connection includes but is not limited to plug-in connection and snap-in connection.

[0110] The dimensions of support element 1103 match those of supporting element 1101. Generally, the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of support element 1103 are smaller than those of supporting element 1101, but larger than the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the smallest unit (e.g., grid) of supporting element 1101. The height of support element 1103 is greater than the height of supporting element 1101.

[0111] In some embodiments, the material of the support element 1103 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0112] In some embodiments, the support element 1103 is a standoff.

[0113] In some embodiments, the support element 1103 includes a base and a support rod. The base is disposed on a horizontal plane for supporting the support element 1101 and the massage component 1500 on the horizontal plane. The support rod is connected to the base for adjusting the height of the massage component 1500.

[0114] The first connecting element 1104 is disposed at the bottom of the base.

[0115] The first connecting element 1104 and the bracket element 1103 are connected in a fixed connection or a detachable connection. The fixed connection includes but is not limited to integral molding; the detachable connection includes but is not limited to screw connection.

[0116] The first connecting element 1104 and the supporting element 1101 are connected in a detachable manner, wherein the detachable connection manner includes but is not limited to a snap connection.

[0117] The size of the first connecting element 1104 matches the size of the supporting element 1101. Generally, the radial size (eg, inner diameter) of the first connecting element 1104 is larger than the radial size (eg, outer diameter) of the smallest unit (eg, grid) of the supporting element 1101.

[0118] The size of the first connecting element 1104 matches the size of the support element 1103. Generally, the radial size (eg, outer diameter, length, width) of the first connecting element 1104 is smaller than the radial size (eg, length, width) of the support element 1103.

[0119] The number of the first connecting elements 1104 matches the number of the bracket elements 1103. Generally, the number of the first connecting elements 1104 is equal to the number of the bracket elements 1103.

[0120] In some embodiments, the material of the first connecting element 1104 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0121] In some embodiments, the first connecting element 1104 is a first locking buckle.

[0122] The second connecting element 1105 is disposed on the top of the support rod.

[0123] The second connecting element 1105 and the bracket element 1103 are connected in a fixed connection or a detachable connection. The fixed connection includes but is not limited to integral molding; the detachable connection includes but is not limited to screw connection.

[0124] The size of the second connecting element 1105 matches the size of the support element 1103. Generally, the radial size (eg, outer diameter, length, width) of the second connecting element 1105 is smaller than the radial size (eg, length, width) of the support element 1103.

[0125] The number of the second connecting elements 1105 matches the number of the bracket elements 1103. Generally, the number of the second connecting elements 1105 is equal to the number of the bracket elements 1103.

[0126] In some embodiments, the material of the second connecting element 1105 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0127] In some embodiments, the second connecting element 1105 is a second locking buckle.

[0128] like Figure 3As shown, the cover assembly 1200 includes a first cover element 1201, a plurality of third connecting elements 1202, a first through-hole element 1203, and two second through-hole elements 1204. The first cover element 1201 is removably disposed above the support assembly 1100 and is used to house a rat or mouse on the support assembly 1100; the plurality of third connecting elements 1202 are distributed on both sides of the first cover element 1201 and are detachably connected to the support assembly 1100; the first through-hole element 1203 is disposed at the end of the cover assembly 1200 and is used to accommodate the rat or mouse's tail; and the two second through-hole elements 1204 are symmetrically disposed on both sides of the first cover element 1201 and are used to accommodate the massage assembly 1500.

[0129] Specifically, the first cover element 1201 is removably arranged on the upper part of the supporting element 1101; a plurality of third connecting elements 1202 are detachably connected to the supporting element 1101 respectively, for installing the first cover element 1201 to the supporting element 1101.

[0130] The size of the first cover element 1201 matches the size of the supporting element 1101. Generally, the length of the first cover element 1201 is smaller than the length of the supporting element 1101, and the width of the first cover element 1201 is smaller than the width of the supporting element 1101.

[0131] In some embodiments, the first cover element 1201 is made of a transparent material, including but not limited to transparent plastic.

[0132] In some embodiments, the first cover element 1201 is a first fixed cover.

[0133] The third connecting element 1202 and the first cover element 1201 are connected in a fixed connection or a detachable connection. The fixed connection includes but is not limited to integral molding; the detachable connection includes but is not limited to screw connection, snap connection, and plug connection.

[0134] The detachable connection method between the third connecting element 1202 and the supporting element 1101 includes but is not limited to snap connection.

[0135] The size of the third connecting element 1202 matches the size of the supporting element 1101. Generally, the radial size (such as outer diameter, length, width) of the third connecting element 1202 is smaller than the radial size (such as length, width) of the smallest unit (such as grid) of the supporting element 1101.

[0136] The size of the third connecting element 1202 matches the size of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the length of the third connecting element 1202 is smaller than the length of the first cover element 1201, and the width of the third connecting element 1202 is not greater than the thickness of the first cover element 1201.

[0137] In some embodiments, the material of the third connecting element 1202 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0138] In some embodiments, the third connecting element 1202 is a third locking buckle.

[0139] In some embodiments, the third connecting element 1202 includes a first hinge member and a first locking member, wherein the first hinge member is connected to the first cover member 1201 ; and the first locking member is disposed on the first hinge member and is detachably connected to the supporting member 1101 .

[0140] The size of the first through-hole element 1203 matches the size of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the radial size (such as outer diameter) of the first through-hole element 1203 is smaller than the radial size (such as length, width, height) of the first cover element 1201.

[0141] In some embodiments, the first through-hole element 1203 is a tail placement hole.

[0142] The two second through-hole elements 1204 are disposed close to the first through-hole element 1203 .

[0143] The size of the second through hole element 1204 matches the size of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the radial size (such as outer diameter, width, height) of the second through hole element 1204 is smaller than the radial size (such as outer diameter, length, width, height) of the first cover element 1201.

[0144] In some embodiments, the second through-hole component 1204 is a mounting hole.

[0145] Furthermore, if Figure 3 As shown, the cover assembly 1200 further includes a plurality of ventilation elements 1205. The plurality of ventilation elements 1205 are arranged through the first cover element 1201 for ventilating the first cover element 1201.

[0146] A plurality of ventilation elements 1205 are distributed in an array on the side and / or end of the first cover element 1201 .

[0147] The dimensions of the ventilation element 1205 match those of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the radial dimensions (eg, outer diameter, length, width) of the ventilation element 1205 are smaller than the radial dimensions (eg, outer diameter, length, width) of the first cover element 1201.

[0148] In some embodiments, the ventilation element 1205 is a ventilation hole.

[0149] like Figure 4As shown, collection assembly 1300 includes a collection element 1301, a plurality of fourth connecting elements 1302, and a conveying element 1303. Collection element 1301 is removably disposed below support assembly 1100 and is used to collect feces from mice and rats. A plurality of fourth connecting elements 1302 are distributed along the sides of collection element 1301 and are detachably connected to support assembly 1100. Conveying element 1303 is disposed at the bottom of collection element 1301 and is detachably connected to feces collection assembly 1400, for conveying feces collected by collection element 1301 to feces collection assembly 1400.

[0150] Specifically, the collecting element 1301 is arranged at the lower part of the supporting element 1101 and located at the lower part of the first cover element 1201; the fourth connecting element 1302 is detachably connected to the supporting element 1101 for installing the collecting element 1301 on the supporting element 1101.

[0151] The size of the collection element 1301 matches the size of the supporting element 1101. Generally, the radial size (such as outer diameter, length, width) of the collection element 1301 is smaller than the radial size (such as length, width) of the supporting element 1101.

[0152] The size of the collection element 1301 matches the size of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the radial size (such as outer diameter, length, width) of the collection element 1301 is not less than the radial size (such as length, width) of the first cover element 1201.

[0153] In some embodiments, the cross-sectional shape of the collection element 1301 includes but is not limited to a trapezoid, a circle, and an ellipse.

[0154] In some embodiments, the material of the collection element 1301 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0155] In some embodiments, the collection element 1301 is a disposable material.

[0156] In some embodiments, the collection element 1301 is a collection cup.

[0157] The detachable connection method between the fourth connecting element 1302 and the supporting element 1101 includes but is not limited to snap connection.

[0158] The fourth connecting element 1302 and the collecting element 1301 are connected in a fixed connection or a detachable connection. The fixed connection includes but is not limited to integral molding; the detachable connection includes but is not limited to screw connection, snap connection, and plug connection.

[0159] The dimensions of the fourth connecting element 1302 match those of the supporting element 1101. Generally, the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the fourth connecting element 1302 are smaller than the radial dimensions (e.g., length, width) of the smallest unit (e.g., grid) of the supporting element 1101, so that the fourth connecting element 1302 can be locked to the supporting element 1101.

[0160] The size of the fourth connecting element 1302 matches the size of the collecting element 1301. Generally, the length of the fourth connecting element 1302 is smaller than the radial size (eg, outer diameter, length, width) of the collecting element 1301.

[0161] In some embodiments, the material of the fourth connecting element 1302 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0162] In some embodiments, the fourth connecting element 1302 is a fourth locking buckle.

[0163] In some embodiments, the fourth connecting element 1302 includes a second hinge and a second locking element, wherein the second hinge is connected to the collecting element 1301 ; and the second locking element is disposed on the second hinge and detachably connected to the supporting element 1101 .

[0164] The conveying element 1303 and the collecting element 1301 are connected in a fixed manner, wherein the fixed connection manner includes but is not limited to integral molding.

[0165] The dimensions of the transport element 1303 match those of the collection element 1301. Generally, the radial dimension (eg, outer diameter) of the transport element 1303 is equal to the radial dimension (eg, outer diameter) of the bottom end of the collection element 1301.

[0166] In some embodiments, the material of the delivery element 1303 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0167] In some embodiments, the delivery element 1303 is a delivery tube.

[0168] like Figure 5 As shown, the feces collection assembly 1400 includes a feces storage element 1401 and a first sealing element 1402. The feces storage element 1401 is disposed at the bottom end of the collection assembly 1300 for collecting feces of mice and rats; the first sealing element 1402 is removably disposed at the top end of the feces storage element 1401 for sealing the top end of the feces storage element 1401.

[0169] Specifically, the feces storage element 1401 is connected to the conveying element 1303 .

[0170] The feces storage element 1401 and the conveying element 1303 are connected in a detachable manner, wherein the detachable connection manner includes but is not limited to threaded connection, snap connection, and sleeve connection.

[0171] The size of the feces storage element 1401 matches the size of the delivery element 1303. Generally, the inner diameter of the feces storage element 1401 is equal to the outer diameter of the delivery element 1303, or the outer diameter of the feces storage element 1401 is equal to the inner diameter of the delivery element 1303.

[0172] In some embodiments, the material of the feces storage element 1401 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0173] In some embodiments, the feces storage element 1401 is a feces storage tube.

[0174] The first sealing element 1402 is connected to the feces storage element 1401 in a detachable connection, wherein the detachable connection method includes but is not limited to a threaded connection and a snap connection.

[0175] The size of the first sealing element 1402 matches the size of the feces storage element 1401. Generally, the outer diameter of the first sealing element 1402 is equal to the inner diameter of the feces storage element 1401, or the inner diameter of the first sealing element 1402 is equal to the outer diameter of the feces storage element 1401, and the height of the first sealing element 1402 is no greater than the height of the feces storage element 1401.

[0176] In some embodiments, the material of the first sealing element 1402 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0177] In some embodiments, the first sealing element 1402 is a first sealing cover.

[0178] like Figure 6 As shown, massage assembly 1500 includes a first shaft element 1501 and at least one first massage element 1502. First shaft element 1501 is disposed above and movably connected to support assembly 1100; first massage element 1502 is disposed on the side of first shaft element 1501 and is configured to rotate or reciprocate horizontally along first shaft element 1501 to massage the anus or abdomen of mice and rats, thereby stimulating defecation.

[0179] Specifically, the first axis element 1501 is arranged at the upper part of the supporting element 1101, and its two ends are respectively connected to the second connecting element 1105; the first massage element 1502 is arranged at the upper part of the supporting element 1101, and reciprocates along the horizontal direction of the supporting element 1101 under the action of the first axis element 1501.

[0180] The first shaft element 1501 and the second connecting element 1105 are connected in a movable manner, wherein the movable connection manner includes but is not limited to a rotation connection and a sliding connection.

[0181] The dimensions of the first shaft element 1501 match those of the second connecting element 1105. Generally, the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the first shaft element 1501 are smaller than the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the second connecting element 1105, and the length of the first shaft element 1501 is greater than the width of the second connecting element 1105.

[0182] The dimensions of the first shaft element 1501 match those of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the first shaft element 1501 are smaller than the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the first cover element 1201, and the length of the first shaft element 1501 is greater than the axial dimensions (e.g., length, width) of the first cover element 1201.

[0183] The size of the first shaft element 1501 matches the size of the second through hole element 1204. Generally, the radial size (eg, outer diameter, length, width) of the first shaft element 1501 is smaller than the radial size (eg, outer diameter, length, width) of the second through hole element 1204.

[0184] In some embodiments, the material of the first shaft element 1501 includes but is not limited to metal and plastic.

[0185] In some embodiments, the first shaft element 1501 is a first rotation shaft.

[0186] In some embodiments, the first shaft element 1501 is a telescopic shaft, and the length thereof can be adjusted as needed, so that a plurality of first massage elements 1502 can be provided to massage a plurality of mice simultaneously.

[0187] The first massage element 1502 and the first shaft element 1501 are connected in a fixed or detachable manner. The fixed connection manner includes but is not limited to integral molding and welding; the detachable connection manner includes but is not limited to snap connection, plug connection, and threaded connection.

[0188] The dimensions of the first massage element 1502 match those of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the first massage element 1502 are smaller than those of the first cover element 1201, and the length of the first massage element 1502 is smaller than that of the first cover element 1201.

[0189] The dimensions of the first massage element 1502 match those of the first shaft element 1501. Generally, the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the connection end of the first massage element 1502 to the first shaft element 1501 are no greater than the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the first shaft element 1501.

[0190] In some embodiments, there are multiple first massage elements 1502 , which are spaced apart along the axial direction of the first shaft element 1501 .

[0191] In some embodiments, the material of the first massage element 1502 includes but is not limited to metal and plastic.

[0192] In some embodiments, the shape of the first massaging element 1502 includes, but is not limited to, a sphere, a disc, or an ellipsoid.

[0193] In some embodiments, the first massaging element 1502 is a massage ball.

[0194] Furthermore, if Figure 6 As shown, the massage assembly 1500 further includes a plurality of second massage elements 1503. The plurality of second massage elements 1503 are distributed on the top of the first massage element 1502 and are arranged in a blunt circular shape for massaging the anus or abdomen of mice and rats.

[0195] The second massage element 1503 and the first massage element 1502 are connected in a fixed connection or a movable connection. The fixed connection includes but is not limited to an integral molding; the movable connection includes but is not limited to a rotation connection.

[0196] The size of the second massage element 1503 matches the size of the first massage element 1502. Generally, the radial size (eg, outer diameter) of the second massage element 1503 is smaller than the radial size (eg, outer diameter) of the top end of the first massage element 1502.

[0197] The number of the second massage elements 1503 matches the number of the first massage elements 1502. Generally, the number of the second massage elements 1503 is an integer multiple of the number of the first massage elements 1502. That is, each first massage element 1502 is provided with at least one second massage element 1503.

[0198] Preferably, each first massage element 1502 is provided with a plurality of second massage elements 1503 .

[0199] In some embodiments, when a plurality of second massage elements 1503 are provided on each first massage element 1502 , the plurality of second massage elements 1503 are distributed in an array on top of the first massage element 1502 .

[0200] In some embodiments, the material of the second massage element 1503 includes but is not limited to metal and plastic.

[0201] In some embodiments, the second massaging elements 1503 are massage beads.

[0202] The use method of this utility model:

[0203] (1) Installation

[0204] 1) Connect the mounting element 1102 to the support element 1101 and the cage, respectively, to secure the support element 1101 to the cage; connect the first connecting element 1104 to the support element 1101, to secure the support element 1101 to the bracket element 1103; connect the second connecting element 1105 to the first shaft element 1501, to secure the first shaft element 1501 to the bracket element 1103, and stabilize the support element 1101 on the bracket element 1103;

[0205] 2) Align the second through-hole element 1204 with the first shaft element 1501 , and then connect a third connecting element 1202 to the supporting element 1101 , with one side of the first cover element 1201 being fixed to the supporting element 1101 ;

[0206] 3) Place the mouse into the first cover element 1201 and rotate the connected third connecting element 1202 to cover the mouse inside the first cover element 1201. Pass the mouse's tail through the first through-hole element 1203. Then, connect the third connecting element 1202 on the other side of the first cover element 1201 to the supporting element 1101.

[0207] 4) The top end of the collecting element 1301 is connected to the supporting element 1101 via the fourth connecting element 1302 , and the bottom end of the collecting element 1301 is connected to the feces storage element 1401 via the conveying element 1303 .

[0208] (2) Massage the rat

[0209] Holding the end of the first shaft element 1501 and rotating it or sliding it horizontally along the support element 1103, the first massage element 1502 or the second massage element 1503 thereon massages the anus or abdomen of the mouse, or the second massage element 1503 presses against the mouse, and when the mouse moves, the second massage element 1503 moves along with it, thereby achieving a massage effect to stimulate the mouse to defecate; the mouse can be stimulated intermittently as needed.

[0210] (3) Collecting and storing rat feces

[0211] 1) After defecation, the mouse or rat falls directly from the supporting element 1101 into the collecting element 1301 and then enters the feces storage element 1401 through the conveying element 1303;

[0212] 2) After the feces are collected, the feces storage element 1401 and the conveying element 1303 are separated, and the feces storage element 1401 is sealed with the first sealing element 1402;

[0213] 3) The supporting element 1101 and the collecting element 1301 are disposable items and can be disposed of according to garbage disposal standards.

[0214] The technical effects of the utility model are as follows:

[0215] The support component and the cover component are detachably connected to support and fix rats and mice. The feces excreted by the rats and mice are directly collected by the collection component and enter the feces collection component for storage. During the collection process, the staff does not come into contact with the feces, and the support component and the collection component are made of disposable materials, which reduces the risk of feces contamination and solves the problem of easy feces contamination. The massage component is used to stimulate the anus or abdomen of the rats and mice to promote their defecation. The operation is simple and can improve the collection efficiency, solving the problems of low collection efficiency and time-consuming and labor-intensive collection.

[0216] Example 2

[0217] This embodiment is a variation of embodiment 1.

[0218] like Figure 7 As shown, the cover assembly 1200 further includes a second cover element 1206 , a fifth connecting element 1207 , a first limiting element 1208 , a second limiting element 1209 and a sliding element 1210 . Among them, the second cover element 1206 is slidably connected to the first cover element 1201, and is used to adjust the length of the cover assembly 1200 to fix large and small mice of different sizes; the fifth connecting element 1207 is arranged on the second cover element 1206, and is detachably connected to the support assembly 1100, and is used to lock the relative position of the first cover element 1201 and the second cover element 1206; the first limiting element 1208 is arranged at the end of the first cover element 1201, and is used to prevent the first cover element 1201 from being separated from the second cover element 1206; the second limiting element 1209 is arranged at the end of the second cover element 1206, and is limitedly connected to the first limiting element 1208, and is used to cooperate with the first limiting element 1208 to prevent the first cover element 1201 from being separated from the second cover element 1206; the sliding element 1210 is arranged at the bottom end of the first cover element 1201 and / or the bottom end of the second cover element 1206, and is used to make the first cover element 1201 and the second cover element 1206 slide relative to each other.

[0219] The size of the second cover element 1206 matches the size of the supporting element 1101. Generally, the length of the second cover element 1206 is smaller than the length of the supporting element 1101, and the width of the second cover element 1206 is smaller than the width of the supporting element 1101.

[0220] The dimensions of the second cover element 1206 match those of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the second cover element 1206 is greater than the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the first cover element 1201, or the radial dimension (e.g., outer diameter) of the second cover element 1206 is smaller than the radial dimension (e.g., inner diameter) of the first cover element 1201, and the length of the second cover element 1206 is no greater than the length of the first cover element 1201.

[0221] In some embodiments, the second cover element 1206 is made of a transparent material, including but not limited to transparent plastic.

[0222] In some embodiments, the second cover element 1206 is a second fixed cover.

[0223] The detachable connection method between the fifth connecting element 1207 and the supporting element 1101 includes but is not limited to snap connection.

[0224] The fifth connecting element 1207 and the second cover element 1206 are connected in a fixed connection or a detachable connection. The fixed connection includes but is not limited to integral molding, and the detachable connection includes but is not limited to screw connection.

[0225] The dimensions of the fifth connecting element 1207 match those of the supporting element 1101. Generally, the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the fifth connecting element 1207 are smaller than the radial dimensions (e.g., length, width) of the smallest unit (e.g., grid) of the supporting element 1101, so that the fifth connecting element 1207 can be locked to the supporting element 1101.

[0226] The size of the fifth connecting element 1207 matches the size of the second cover element 1206. Generally, the length of the fifth connecting element 1207 is less than the width of the second cover element 1206.

[0227] In some embodiments, the material of the fifth connecting element 1207 includes but is not limited to metal and plastic.

[0228] In some embodiments, the fifth connecting element 1207 is a fifth locking buckle.

[0229] In some embodiments, the fifth connecting element 1207 includes a third hinge member and a third locking member, wherein the third hinge member is connected to the second cover member 1206 ; the third locking member is disposed on the third hinge member and is detachably connected to the supporting member 1101 .

[0230] The first limiting element 1208 is connected to the first cover element 1201 in a fixed connection, wherein the fixing element method includes but is not limited to integral molding.

[0231] The size of the first limiting element 1208 matches the size of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the radial size (such as the outer diameter) of the first limiting element 1208 is greater than the radial size (such as the outer diameter) of the first cover element 1201.

[0232] The size of the first limiting element 1208 matches the size of the second cover element 1206. Generally, the radial size (eg, outer diameter) of the first limiting element 1208 is smaller than the radial size (eg, inner diameter) of the second cover element 1206.

[0233] In some embodiments, the material of the first limiting element 1208 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0234] In some embodiments, the first limiting element 1208 is a first limiting plate.

[0235] The second limiting element 1209 is connected to the second cover element 1206 in a fixed connection, wherein the fixing element method includes but is not limited to integral molding.

[0236] The size of the second limiting element 1209 matches the size of the second cover element 1206. Generally, the radial size (such as the inner diameter) of the second limiting element 1209 is smaller than the radial size (such as the outer diameter) of the second cover element 1206.

[0237] The size of the second limiting element 1209 matches the size of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the radial size (such as the inner diameter) of the second limiting element 1209 is greater than the radial size (such as the outer diameter) of the first cover element 1201.

[0238] The size of the second limiting element 1209 matches the size of the first limiting element 1208. Generally, the radial size (eg, inner diameter) of the second limiting element 1209 is smaller than the radial size (eg, outer diameter) of the first limiting element 1208.

[0239] In some embodiments, the material of the second limiting element 1209 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0240] In some embodiments, the second limiting element 1209 is a second limiting plate.

[0241] The sliding element 1210 is connected to the first cover element 1201 or the second cover element 1206 in a fixed connection, wherein the fixed connection includes but is not limited to integral molding.

[0242] The size of the sliding element 1210 matches the size of the first cover element 1201. Generally, the length of the sliding element 1210 is not greater than the length of the first cover element 1201, and the width of the sliding element 1210 is greater than the thickness of the first cover element 1201 and less than the width of the first cover element 1201.

[0243] The size of the sliding element 1210 matches the size of the second cover element 1206. Generally, the length of the sliding element 1210 is not greater than the length of the second cover element 1206, and the width of the sliding element 1210 is greater than the thickness of the second cover element 1206 and smaller than the width of the second cover element 1206.

[0244] In some embodiments, the material of the sliding element 1210 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0245] In some embodiments, the sliding element 1210 is a sliding groove.

[0246] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows:

[0247] The cover assembly is set as a length-adjustable structure, which can be adjusted accordingly according to the size of large and small mice. It is flexible to use and improves applicability.

[0248] Example 3

[0249] The present invention is a modified embodiment of embodiment 1 to embodiment 2.

[0250] like Figure 9 As shown, the excrement collection device 1000 further includes a urine collection component 1600. The urine collection component 1600 is disposed at the bottom end of the feces collection component 1400 and is detachably connected to the feces collection component 1400 for collecting urine of mice and rats.

[0251] like Figure 8 As shown, the feces collection assembly 1400 further includes a separation element 1403 and a second sealing element 1404. The separation element 1403 is disposed on the feces storage element 1401 to separate feces and urine of mice and rats; the second sealing element 1404 is removably disposed on the bottom end of the feces storage element 1401 to seal the bottom end of the feces storage element 1401.

[0252] The separation element 1403 and the feces storage element 1401 are connected in a fixed connection or a detachable connection. The fixed connection includes but is not limited to integral molding; the detachable connection includes but is not limited to snap connection.

[0253] The size of the separation element 1403 matches the size of the feces storage element 1401. Generally, the radial size (eg, outer diameter) of the separation element 1403 is not less than the inner diameter of the feces storage element 1401 and not greater than the outer diameter of the feces storage element 1401.

[0254] In some embodiments, the separation element 1403 is made of a corrosion-resistant material, including but not limited to plastic.

[0255] In some embodiments, the separation element 1403 is a filter.

[0256] The detachable connection between the second sealing element 1404 and the feces storage element 1401 includes, but is not limited to, threaded connection, snap connection, and sleeve connection.

[0257] The size of the second sealing element 1404 matches the size of the feces storage element 1401. Generally, the inner diameter of the second sealing element 1404 is equal to the outer diameter of the feces storage element 1401, or the outer diameter of the second sealing element 1404 is equal to the inner diameter of the feces storage element 1401.

[0258] In some embodiments, the material of the second sealing element 1404 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0259] In some embodiments, the second sealing element 1404 is a second sealing cover.

[0260] like Figure 9 As shown, the urine collection assembly 1600 includes a urine storage element 1601 and a third sealing element 1602. The urine storage element 1601 is removably disposed at the bottom end of the feces collection assembly 1400 for collecting urine from mice and rats; the third sealing element 1602 is removably disposed at the top end of the urine storage element 1601 for sealing the top end of the urine storage element 1601.

[0261] The detachable connection between the urine storage element 1601 and the feces storage element 1401 includes, but is not limited to, threaded connection and snap connection.

[0262] The size of the urine storage element 1601 matches the size of the feces storage element 1401. Generally, the inner diameter of the urine storage element 1601 is equal to the outer diameter of the feces storage element 1401, or the outer diameter of the urine storage element 1601 is equal to the inner diameter of the feces storage element 1401.

[0263] In some embodiments, the material of the urine storage element 1601 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0264] In some embodiments, the urine storage element 1601 is a urine storage tube.

[0265] The detachable connection between the third sealing element 1602 and the feces storage element 1401 includes, but is not limited to, threaded connection, snap connection, and sleeve connection.

[0266] The size of the third sealing element 1602 matches the size of the urine storage element 1601. Generally, the inner diameter of the third sealing element 1602 is equal to the outer diameter of the urine storage element 1601, or the outer diameter of the third sealing element 1602 is equal to the inner diameter of the urine storage element 1601.

[0267] In some embodiments, the material of the third sealing element 1602 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0268] In some embodiments, the third sealing element 1602 is a third sealing cover.

[0269] The method of using this embodiment is as follows:

[0270] (1) When not in use

[0271] The first sealing element 1402 is sealed at the top of the feces storage element 1401, and the second sealing element 1404 is sealed at the first sealing element 1402; the third sealing element 1602 is sealed at the bottom of the urine storage element 1601, and the top of the urine storage element 1601 is connected to the bottom of the feces storage element 1401. Figure 10 shown.

[0272] (2) When using

[0273] 1) Separate the first sealing element 1402 from the feces storage element 1401 , and connect the feces storage element 1401 to the conveying element 1303 , and connect it to the collecting element 1301 . Other steps are the same as those in Example 1.

[0274] 2) Feces excreted by mice are separated by the separation element 1403 and stored in the feces storage element 1401 , while urine flows through the separation element 1403 into the urine storage element 1601 ;

[0275] 3) Contact the connection between the feces storage element 1401 and the urine storage element 1601, seal the third sealing element 1602 on the top of the urine storage element 1601, seal the first sealing element 1402 on the top of the feces storage element 1401, and seal the second sealing element 1404 on the bottom of the feces storage element 1401; the feces and urine of the mice are stored separately, as shown in FIG. Figure 11 shown.

[0276] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows:

[0277] By setting up a urine collection component, the urine and feces of mice and rats can be automatically separated and preserved, and staff and other items will not come into contact with the excrement of mice and rats. This not only reduces the risk of the feces of mice and rats being contaminated by urine, but also allows the collection of mouse feces and urine at the same time, simplifying the sampling steps, improving sampling efficiency, and solving the problem of not being able to collect sterile feces and urine at the same time.

[0278] Example 4

[0279] This embodiment is a variation of Embodiments 1 to 3.

[0280] like Figure 12 As shown, the supporting assembly 1100 further includes a third limiting element 1106. The third limiting element 1106 is disposed on the second connecting element 1105 and is detachably connected to the massage assembly 1500.

[0281] The size of the third limiting element 1106 matches the size of the second connecting element 1105. Generally, the width of the third limiting element 1106 is smaller than the width of the second connecting element 1105, and the length of the third limiting element 1106 is smaller than the length of the second connecting element 1105.

[0282] The number of the third limiting elements 1106 matches the number of the second connecting elements 1105. Generally, the number of the third limiting elements 1106 is equal to an integer multiple of the number of the second connecting elements 1105. That is, each second connecting element 1105 is provided with at least one third limiting element 1106.

[0283] In some embodiments, the third limiting element 1106 is a limiting groove.

[0284] In some embodiments, the third limiting element 1106 includes a first notch, an elongated slot, and a plurality of second notches. The first notch is provided on the side of the second connecting element 1105 for the first shaft element 1501 to pass through; the elongated slot is provided on the side of the first notch and communicates with the first notch for rotating the first shaft element 1501; and the plurality of second notches are provided on the side of the elongated slot and communicate with the elongated slot for limiting the angle of the first shaft element 1501 to enable the first massage element 1502 to effectively massage.

[0285] like Figure 13 As shown, the massage component 1500 further includes a fourth limiting element 1504. The fourth limiting element 1504 is disposed at the end of the first shaft element 1501, aligned with the direction of the first massage element 1502, and connected to the supporting component 1100 to limit the angle of the first massage element 1502.

[0286] Specifically, the fourth limiting element 1504 is connected to the third limiting element 1106 .

[0287] The fourth limiting element 1504 and the third limiting element 1106 are connected in a detachable manner, wherein the detachable connection manner includes but is not limited to a snap connection.

[0288] The fourth limiting element 1504 and the first shaft element 1501 are connected in a fixed connection or a detachable connection. The fixed connection includes but is not limited to integral molding and welding; the detachable connection includes but is not limited to screw connection and clamping.

[0289] The size of the fourth limiting element 1504 matches the size of the first shaft element 1501. Generally, the radial size (eg, outer diameter) of the fourth limiting element 1504 is smaller than the radial size (eg, outer diameter) of the first shaft element 1501.

[0290] The size of the fourth limiting element 1504 matches the size of the third limiting element 1106. Generally, the radial size (eg, outer diameter, length, width) of the fourth limiting element 1504 is smaller than the radial size (eg, length, width) of the third limiting element 1106.

[0291] The number of the fourth limiting elements 1504 matches the number of the third limiting elements 1106. Generally, the number of the fourth limiting elements 1504 is equal to the number of the third limiting elements 1106.

[0292] In some embodiments, the material of the fourth limiting element 1504 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0293] In some embodiments, the fourth limiting element 1504 is a limiting rod.

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

[0295] During use, the fourth limiting element 1504 is placed in the third limiting element 1106, and the fourth limiting element 1504 can be rotated or moved horizontally in the third limiting element 1106. If there is no need to rotate the first axis element 1501, the first massage element 1502 / or the second massage element 1503 can be aligned with the anus or abdomen of mice, and then the fourth limiting element 1504 is connected to the corresponding position of the third limiting element 1106 to avoid changes in the position of the first massage element 1502 or the second massage element 1503 and the inability to effectively stimulate the mice.

[0296] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows:

[0297] By setting the third limiting element and the fourth limiting element, the angle of the first massage element / the second massage element can be adjusted and limited according to actual needs, so as to prevent the position of the first massage element / the second massage element from changing and failing to align with the part of the mouse that needs massage, thereby affecting effective stimulation; on the other hand, when the first axis element is stationary, the first massage element / the second massage element is still aligned with the mouse's anus or abdomen. If the mouse moves, the first massage element / the second massage element can also stimulate the mouse's anus or abdomen; this saves manpower and can ensure effective massage to promote mouse defecation.

[0298] Example 5

[0299] The present utility model is a modified embodiment of Embodiments 1 to 4.

[0300] like Figure 14 、 Figure 15 As shown, the massage component 1500 further includes a housing element 1505, a spring element 1506, an operating element 1507, a transmission element 1508, and a second shaft element 1509. The housing element 1505 is disposed on the side of the first shaft element 1501, and the first massage element 1502 is disposed on the top of the housing element 1505; the spring element 1506 is disposed inside the housing element 1505 and is detachably connected to the housing element 1505, for storing and releasing mechanical energy to drive the first massage element 1502 to rotate; the first end of the operating element 1507 is disposed inside the housing element 1505, and the second end of the operating element 1507 is disposed outside the housing element 1505 and is connected to the spring element 1506. The first massage element 1502 is connected to the spring element 1506 and is used to store energy in the spring element 1506 under the action of an external force; the transmission element 1508 is arranged inside the housing element 1505 and is connected to the spring element 1506, and is used to transmit the mechanical energy released by the spring element 1506 to the first massage element 1502 to drive the first massage element 1502 to rotate; the second shaft element 1509 is respectively connected to the transmission element 1508 and the first massage element 1502, and is used to drive the first massage element 1502 to rotate under the action of the transmission element 1508.

[0301] The housing element 1505 and the first shaft element 1501 are connected in a detachable manner, wherein the detachable connection manner includes but is not limited to screw connection and sleeve connection.

[0302] The dimensions of the housing element 1505 match those of the first shaft element 1501. Generally, the radial dimensions (eg, outer diameter, length, width) of the housing element 1505 are not smaller than the radial dimensions (eg, outer diameter) of the first shaft element 1501.

[0303] The size of the housing element 1505 matches the size of the first massage element 1502. Generally, the radial size (eg, outer diameter, length, width) of the housing element 1505 is larger than the radial size (eg, outer diameter) of the connecting end of the first massage element 1502.

[0304] In some embodiments, the material of the housing element 1505 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0305] In some embodiments, the housing element 1505 includes a housing, a mounting member, an interface member, and a through hole. Specifically, a spring member 1506 and a transmission member 1508 are disposed within the housing; the mounting member is connected to the housing and the first shaft member 1501, respectively, for mounting the first shaft member 1501; the interface member communicates with the housing, and a second shaft member 1509 is disposed within the interface member; and a through hole is disposed on the side of the housing for accommodating an operating member 1507.

[0306] The connection between the clockwork element 1506 and the housing element 1505 is a detachable connection, wherein the detachable connection includes but is not limited to a screw connection.

[0307] The dimensions of the spring element 1506 match the dimensions of the housing element 1505. Generally, the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the spring element 1506 are smaller than the radial dimensions (e.g., outer diameter, length, width) of the housing element 1505, and the length of the spring element 1506 is smaller than the length of the housing element 1505.

[0308] In some embodiments, the clockwork element 1506 is a clockwork spring.

[0309] The operating element 1507 and the spring element 1506 are connected in a detachable manner, wherein the detachable connection manner includes but is not limited to a snap connection and a plug connection.

[0310] The size of the operating element 1507 matches the size of the housing element 1505. Generally, the radial size (such as the outer diameter) of the operating element 1507 is smaller than the radial size (such as the outer diameter, length, width) of the through hole of the housing element 1505.

[0311] The size of the operating element 1507 matches the size of the clockwork element 1506. Generally, the radial size (such as the outer diameter) of the operating element 1507 is not greater than the radial size (such as the outer diameter, length, width) of the clockwork element 1506.

[0312] In some embodiments, the material of the operating element 1507 includes but is not limited to plastic.

[0313] In some embodiments, the operating element 1507 is a rotary handle.

[0314] The size of the transmission element 1508 matches the size of the housing element 1505. Generally, the radial size (such as the outer diameter) of the transmission element 1508 is smaller than the radial size (such as the outer diameter, length, width) of the housing element 1505.

[0315] In some embodiments, the transmission element 1508 is a gear.

[0316] In some embodiments, the transmission element 1508 further includes a speed regulator to enable the first massage element 1502 to rotate slowly and evenly.

[0317] The second shaft element 1509 is connected to the transmission element 1508 and the first massage element 1502 in a detachable manner, wherein the detachable connection manner includes but is not limited to plug-in connection, snap-on connection, and threaded connection.

[0318] The size of the second shaft element 1509 matches the size of the housing element 1505. Generally, the radial size (such as the outer diameter) of the second shaft element 1509 is smaller than the radial size (such as the outer diameter, length, width) of the housing element 1505.

[0319] The size of the second shaft element 1509 matches the size of the first massage element 1502. Generally, the radial size (eg, outer diameter) of the first massage element 1502 is smaller than the radial size (eg, inner diameter) of the second massage element 1502.

[0320] The size of the second shaft element 1509 matches the size of the transmission element 1508. Generally, the radial size (such as the outer diameter) of the second shaft element 1509 is smaller than the radial size (such as the outer diameter) of the transmission element 1508.

[0321] In some embodiments, the material of the second shaft element 1509 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0322] In some embodiments, the second shaft element 1509 is a second rotation shaft.

[0323] The method of using this embodiment is as follows:

[0324] After installation is completed according to the method of use in Example 1, the user can hold the operating element 1507 and rotate it to make the clockwork element 1506 store mechanical energy. When the clockwork element 1506 releases mechanical energy, it drives the transmission element 1508 to rotate, and the transmission element 1508 drives the second shaft element 1509 to rotate at a constant speed, thereby driving the first massage element 1502 and the second massage element 1503 to rotate, thereby automatically stimulating the mouse's anus or abdomen.

[0325] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows:

[0326] The first massage element and the second massage element are set to rotate automatically by mechanical energy to automatically massage the mouse's anus or abdomen, which not only saves time and effort, but also makes the massage gentler, avoids excessive stimulation caused by human factors, and solves the problem of time-consuming and labor-intensive.

[0327] Example 6

[0328] This embodiment relates to an excrement collection system for mice and rats.

[0329] like Figure 16 As shown, an excrement collection system for mice and rats includes an excrement collection device 1000 as described in any one of Examples 1 to 6 and a mouse cage 2000. The mouse cage 2000 is detachably connected to the excrement collection device 1000.

[0330] Specifically, the cage 2000 is detachably connected to the mounting element 1102. The detachable connection method includes but is not limited to a snap connection.

[0331] In some embodiments, the mouse cage 2000 can be connected to a plurality of excrement collection devices 1000 to collect excrement from multiple mice at the same time.

[0332] In some embodiments, the mouse cage 2000 may also be provided with feeding and drinking water devices for the mice.

[0333] In some embodiments, the material of the cage 2000 includes but is not limited to plastic and metal.

[0334] The technical effects of this embodiment are as follows:

[0335] By setting up mouse cages, large and small mice can be better supported, and the feces / urine of multiple large and small mice can be collected on a large scale at the same time, further improving the collection efficiency.

[0336] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the implementation method and protection scope of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, it should be aware that all solutions obtained by equivalent substitutions and obvious changes made using the description and illustrations of the present invention should be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A device for collecting excrement of rats and mice, characterized in that: include: A support assembly, the support assembly is used to support mice and rats; a cover assembly, the cover assembly being removably disposed above the support assembly and being used to fix the position of the rat on the support assembly; A collecting assembly, which is removably disposed below the supporting assembly and below the cover assembly, and is used to collect excrement of mice and rats; A feces collection component, which is removably disposed at the bottom end of the collection component and is used to collect feces of mice and rats; The massage component is arranged above the supporting component and is movably connected to the supporting component, and is used to massage the anus or abdomen of mice and rats to promote excretion.

2. The excrement collection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support assembly includes: A supporting element, the cover assembly and the massage assembly are arranged above the supporting element, and the collection assembly and the feces collection assembly are arranged below the supporting element, for supporting large and small mice; A plurality of mounting elements, the plurality of mounting elements being distributed on the sides of the supporting element and used for mounting the supporting element to the cage; a plurality of support elements, each of which is detachably connected to the supporting element and movably connected to the massage assembly; a plurality of first connecting elements, each of which is disposed on the corresponding support element and is detachably connected to the supporting element; a plurality of second connecting elements, each of which is disposed on a top end of the corresponding support element and is movably connected to the massage assembly; and / or; The cover assembly comprises: a first cover element, the first cover element being removably disposed above the support assembly and being used to cover a rat or mouse on the support assembly; a plurality of third connecting elements, which are distributed on both sides of the first cover element and are respectively detachably connected to the supporting assembly; a first through-hole element, the first through-hole element being provided at an end portion of the cover assembly and being used for placing a tail of a rat or mouse; Two second through-hole elements are symmetrically arranged on two sides of the first cover element and are used to set the massage component.

3. The excrement collection device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The support assembly further comprises: a third limiting element, the third limiting element being provided on the second connecting element and being detachably connected to the massage component; and / or The cover assembly further comprises: a plurality of ventilation elements, wherein the plurality of ventilation elements are arranged through the first cover element for ventilating the first cover element; and / or The cover assembly further comprises: a second cover element, the second cover element being slidably connected to the first cover element and being used to adjust the length of the cover assembly to hold mice of different sizes; a fifth connecting element, the fifth connecting element being provided on the second cover element and being detachably connected to the supporting assembly, and being used for locking the relative position of the first cover element and the second cover element; a first limiting element, the first limiting element being provided at an end portion of the first cover element and being used to prevent the first cover element from being separated from the second cover element; a second limiting element, which is provided at an end of the second cover element and is connected to the first limiting element in a limiting manner, and is used to cooperate with the first limiting element to prevent the first cover element from separating from the second cover element; A sliding element is provided at the bottom end of the first cover element and / or the bottom end of the second cover element, and is used to enable the first cover element and the second cover element to slide relative to each other.

4. The excrement collection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The acquisition component includes: A collecting element, which is removably disposed below the supporting assembly and is used to collect excrement of mice and rats; a plurality of fourth connecting elements, which are distributed at the ends of the collecting element and are detachably connected to the supporting assembly; A conveying element is provided at the bottom end of the collecting element and is detachably connected to the feces collecting assembly, and is used for conveying the excrement collected by the collecting element to the feces collecting assembly.

5. The excrement collection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feces collection assembly comprises: A feces storage element, which is arranged at the bottom end of the collection component and is used to collect feces of mice and rats; A first sealing element is removably disposed on the top end of the feces storage element for sealing the top end of the feces storage element.

6. The excrement collecting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The massage component includes: a first shaft element, the first shaft element being disposed above the supporting assembly and movably connected to the supporting assembly; At least one first massage element is provided on the side of the first shaft element and is used for rotating or reciprocating along the horizontal direction of the first shaft element to massage the anus or abdomen of mice and rats to stimulate defecation.

7. The excrement collecting device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The massage component also includes: a plurality of second massage elements, which are distributed on the top of the first massage element and are arranged in a blunt circular shape, and are used to massage the anus or abdomen of mice and rats; and / or The massage component also includes: a fourth limiting element, which is disposed at an end of the first shaft element, is aligned with a direction of the first massage element, and is connected to the support assembly, for limiting an angle of the first massage element; and / or The massage component also includes: a housing element, the housing element being arranged on a side of the first shaft element, the first massage element being arranged on a top end of the housing element; a spring element, the spring element being disposed inside the housing element and detachably connected to the housing element, and being configured to store and release mechanical energy to drive the first massage element to rotate; an operating element, wherein a first end of the operating element is disposed inside the housing element, and a second end of the operating element is disposed outside the housing element and connected to the clockwork element, and is used to store energy in the clockwork element under the action of an external force; a transmission element disposed inside the housing element and connected to the spring element, for transmitting mechanical energy released by the spring element to the first massage element to drive the first massage element to rotate; A second shaft element is connected to the transmission element and the first massage element respectively, and is used to drive the first massage element to rotate under the action of the transmission element.

8. The excrement collecting device according to claim 5, characterized in that: Also includes: The urine collecting component is removably arranged at the bottom end of the feces collecting component and is used for collecting urine of mice and rats.

9. The excrement collecting device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The feces collection assembly further comprises: A separation element, which is arranged on the feces storage element and is used to separate feces and urine of mice and rats; a second sealing element, the second sealing element being removably disposed at the bottom end of the feces storage element for sealing the bottom end of the feces storage element; and / or The urine collection assembly comprises: A urine storage element, which is removably disposed at the bottom end of the feces collection component and is used to collect urine from mice and rats; A third sealing element is removably disposed on the top end of the urine storage element for sealing the top end of the urine storage element.

10. An excrement collection system for rats and mice, characterized in that: include: The excrement collection device according to any one of claims 1 to 9; A mouse cage is detachably connected to the excrement collecting device.

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