Shielding awning and cat litter basin

By designing a detachable canopy structure, the problems of large space occupation and odor diffusion in cat litter boxes are solved, enabling convenient disassembly, storage, and cleaning, reducing transportation costs, and effectively blocking odors to keep indoor air fresh.

CN223786841UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-13XIAOPEI NETWORK TECH (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520383006.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-06
Publication Date
2026-01-13
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-06

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing litter box lids take up a lot of space, have high transportation costs, are not easy to clean, and their open design causes odors to spread, affecting indoor air quality.

Method used

Design a detachable awning, including an awning cover, fasteners, and supports, which allows for convenient storage and cleaning through a detachable connection structure, and covers the litter box with the awning cover to block odors.

Benefits of technology

The awning allows for easy disassembly and storage, reducing transportation costs, effectively blocking odors, keeping indoor air fresh, and is easy to clean.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of auxiliary equipment for pet feeding, and discloses a shielding tent and a cat litter basin, the shielding tent comprises a tent cover, a plurality of fixing pieces and a plurality of supporting pieces, the tent cover is provided with an inlet and outlet, the edge of the tent cover is sequentially provided with a plurality of penetrating channels and a plurality of mounting positions at intervals, and the mounting positions are located between the two penetrating channels; the fixing parts correspond to the mounting positions one to one, each fixing part comprises a connecting part and two limiting parts, the two limiting parts are connected to the two sides of the connecting part, and the two limiting parts of each fixing part are inserted into the two corresponding adjacent penetrating channels respectively; the multiple supporting pieces abut against one another, the two ends of each supporting piece are connected with the two connecting parts in an inserted mode in a one-to-one correspondence mode, and the tent cover is supported by the multiple supporting pieces to form a covering space. The cat litter basin comprises the shielding awning and a basin body, and the shielding awning is detachably connected to the basin body. According to the utility model, the shielding awning is convenient to store, low in transportation cost and easy to clean; the cat litter basin can prevent peculiar smell from diffusing and is convenient to transport and clean.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of auxiliary equipment for pet care, and in particular to a protective canopy and a litter box. Background Technology

[0002] In pet ownership, a litter box is an essential item for cat-owning households, used to hold cat litter for excretion. Currently, most litter boxes on the market are open-type, which not only makes it easy for cats to enter and exit, but also makes it convenient for users to clean and observe their cats' defecation. However, open-type litter boxes cannot isolate the odor of excrement in the litter box, affecting indoor air quality.

[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, existing technology has designed a lid with an opening for the cat to enter and exit. By installing the lid above an open litter box, odor can be effectively blocked. However, existing lids are mostly made of hard materials, taking up a lot of space, making them inconvenient to store and resulting in high transportation costs. Moreover, the lids cannot be completely disassembled, and litter particles and dirt can easily get trapped in corners and crevices, making them difficult to clean. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a protective canopy and a litter box. The protective canopy is easy to store, has low transportation costs, and is easy to clean; the litter box can prevent odors from escaping and is easy to transport and clean.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] Awnings, including:

[0007] A canopy, the canopy having an entrance and exit, and the edge of the canopy having multiple dressing channels and multiple mounting positions spaced apart in sequence, the mounting positions being located between two of the dressing channels;

[0008] Multiple fasteners are provided, and each of the multiple fasteners corresponds to a multiple of the mounting positions. Each fastener includes a connecting part and two limiting parts. The two limiting parts are connected to both sides of the connecting part, and the two limiting parts of the fastener are respectively inserted into two adjacent insertion channels.

[0009] Multiple support members abut against each other, and each end of the support member is inserted into one of the two connecting parts. The canopy is supported by the multiple support members to form a covered space.

[0010] Preferably, the canopy includes a plurality of first tarpaulins and a plurality of second tarpaulins, with one end of the plurality of first tarpaulins and one end of the plurality of second tarpaulins connected to form a canopy top. Along the circumference of the canopy space, the plurality of first tarpaulins and the plurality of second tarpaulins are alternately connected. The entrance and exit are opened on the first tarpaulins or the second tarpaulins, and the support member is arranged along the connection line between the first tarpaulins and the second tarpaulins.

[0011] Preferably, the canopy also includes a plurality of limiting members, which are connected to the canopy and fitted onto the support member.

[0012] Preferably, the multiple limiting members are divided into multiple groups, and the limiting members in different groups are different colors. The multiple groups of limiting members correspond one-to-one with the multiple supporting members.

[0013] Preferably, the support includes a first support rod, two second support rods, and two first connecting tubes. The two ends of the first support rod are inserted into the two first connecting tubes one by one, and the two second support rods are inserted into the ends of the two first connecting tubes away from the first support rods one by one.

[0014] Preferably, the support further includes two second connecting tubes, which are inserted into the ends of the two second support rods away from the first connecting tube, and the ends of the second connecting tubes away from the second support rods are configured to be inserted into the connecting portion.

[0015] Preferably, the support further includes an elastic rope, which passes through the inner cavity of the first support rod, the two second support rods, and the two first connecting tubes, with each end of the elastic rope connected to one of the two second support rods.

[0016] This utility model also adopts the following technical solution:

[0017] A litter box includes a basin body and the aforementioned canopy. The basin body has a receiving groove that communicates with the covered space. A plurality of the aforementioned fasteners are detachably connected to the basin body.

[0018] Preferably, one of the fixing member and the basin body is provided with a fixing part and the other is provided with a fixing groove, and the fixing part is engaged with the fixing groove.

[0019] Preferably, the litter box further includes a connecting assembly, which includes a first connector and a second connector. One of the first connectors is disposed on the litter box body and the other is disposed on the canopy. The first connector is detachably connected to the second connector.

[0020] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0021] This utility model provides a canopy that can be disassembled simply by first pulling the support from the connection of the fixing part and then pulling the limiting part of the fixing part out of the insertion channel at the edge of the canopy. After disassembly, not only can the canopy be folded, but the fixing and support parts can also be arranged in a more compact and orderly manner, reducing space occupation, making it not only easy to store but also saving transportation costs. Furthermore, after disassembly, cleaning personnel can easily clean every surface of the canopy, including the insertion channel and installation position at the edge, eliminating cleaning dead corners and ensuring the cleanliness of the canopy.

[0022] The present invention provides a cat litter box that can effectively block odors emitted from the container of the litter box by setting a cover, reduce the spread of odors in the indoor space, keep the indoor air fresh, and since the cover is detachable from the litter box and is made of detachable parts, removing the cover can not only reduce the space occupied and facilitate the transportation of the cat litter box, but also make it easy to clean. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the support member and canopy according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is an installation diagram of the support and fixing components described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the fastener described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the support rod and the limiting member according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the support rod structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the canopy and basin described in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cat litter box described in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0030] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connecting component described in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0031] In the picture:

[0032] 1. Canopy; 11. First tarpaulin; 12. Second tarpaulin; 10. Entrance / exit;

[0033] 2. Fastener; 21. Connecting part; 22. Limiting part; 23. Fixing part; 231. Protruding rib;

[0034] 3. Support component; 31. First support rod; 32. Second support rod; 33. First connecting pipe; 34. Second connecting pipe;

[0035] 4. Limiting components;

[0036] 5. Connecting components; 51. First connector; 52. Second connector;

[0037] 100. Basin body; 101. Fixing groove. Detailed Implementation

[0038] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar parts or parts having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0039] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection or a detachable connection; a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; or the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0040] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include the feature and the second feature being in direct contact, or it can include the feature and the second feature not being in direct contact but being in contact through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the feature being directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0041] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0042] like Figures 1-5As shown, this utility model provides a canopy, including a canopy 1, multiple fasteners 2, and multiple support members 3. The canopy 1 is provided with an entrance 10. Multiple wearing channels and multiple mounting positions are arranged sequentially at intervals along the edge of the canopy 1, with the mounting positions located between two wearing channels. The multiple fasteners 2 and the multiple mounting positions correspond one-to-one. The fasteners 2 include a connecting part 21 and two limiting parts 22. The two limiting parts 22 are connected to both sides of the connecting part 21, and the two limiting parts 22 of the fasteners 2 are respectively inserted into two adjacent wearing channels. The multiple support members 3 abut against each other, and the two ends of the support members 3 are inserted into the two connecting parts 21 one-to-one. The canopy 1 is supported by the multiple support members 3 to form a covering space.

[0043] When the canopy is not in use or during transportation, simply pull the support 3 out of the connecting part 21 of the fixing part 2, and then pull the limiting part 22 of the fixing part 2 out of the insertion channel at the edge of the canopy 1 to complete the disassembly of the canopy. After disassembly, not only can the canopy 1 be folded, but the fixing part 2 and the support 3 can also be arranged in a more compact and orderly manner, reducing the space occupied, which is not only convenient for storage but also saves transportation costs. In addition, after disassembly, cleaning personnel can easily clean every surface of the canopy 1, including the insertion channel and installation position at the edge, eliminating cleaning dead corners and ensuring the cleanliness of the canopy. In addition, the supporting force of the support member 3 on the canopy 1 can be distributed to multiple points on the edge of the canopy 1 through the limiting part 22 of the fixing member 2, which avoids excessive local stress on the canopy 1, thereby improving the support stability of the entire canopy, enabling the canopy 1 to bear external forces more evenly, and is less likely to deform or be damaged due to uneven local stress. Furthermore, the limiting part 22 can support the edge of the canopy, which helps to shape and maintain the specific shape of the canopy 1.

[0044] The canopy 1 can be a one-piece molded canopy 1 or it can be made of multiple pieces of tarpaulin spliced ​​together.

[0045] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, the canopy 1 includes multiple first tarpaulins 11 and multiple second tarpaulins 12. One end of each of the first tarpaulins 11 and one end of each of the second tarpaulins 12 are connected to form a canopy roof. Along the circumference of the covered space, the first tarpaulins 11 and the second tarpaulins 12 are alternately connected. Entrances 10 are opened on either the first tarpaulins 11 or the second tarpaulins 12. Support members 3 are arranged along the connecting line between the first tarpaulins 11 and the second tarpaulins 12. The connecting line provides a clear positional reference for the installation of the support members 3, making the installation more accurate and convenient, thus improving installation efficiency. Furthermore, the support members 3 provide support at the connecting line between the first tarpaulins 11 and the second tarpaulins 12, effectively dispersing the external forces borne by the canopy 1 and enhancing the overall stability of the canopy 1. In addition, the alternating connection of the first tarpaulins 11 and the second tarpaulins 12 is relatively simple and easy to manufacture.

[0046] In this embodiment, the tarpaulin 1 includes two first tarpaulins 11 and two second tarpaulins 12, and the first tarpaulins 11 and the second tarpaulins 12 are connected by sewing.

[0047] In other embodiments, the canopy 1 may further include four first tarpaulins 11 and four second tarpaulins 12. The first tarpaulins 11 and the second tarpaulins 12 may be connected by Velcro. The number of first tarpaulins 11 and second tarpaulins 12 and the connection method between them are not specifically limited here, and can be flexibly adjusted according to the actual use scenario and functional requirements.

[0048] In this embodiment, there are two support members 3, which are arranged crosswise and abut against each other at the intersection.

[0049] In other embodiments, the two support members 3 may not be arranged to cross each other. For example, the support member 3 may be V-shaped, and the tops of the two V-shaped support members 3 abut against each other to form a stable basic structure to support the canopy 1.

[0050] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the canopy also includes multiple limiting members 4, which are connected to the canopy 1 and fitted onto the support member 3. The limiting members 4, fitted onto the support member 3, can restrict the support member 3 to a specific position, preventing displacement or shaking during use and helping to maintain the overall structural stability of the canopy. Furthermore, during canopy installation, the limiting members 4 can help position the support member 3, ensuring accurate installation in the predetermined position and improving installation efficiency.

[0051] More specifically, the multiple limiting components 4 are divided into multiple groups, with different colors for each group of limiting components 4. Each group of limiting components 4 corresponds one-to-one with a number of support components 3. When installing the canopy, users can quickly identify the matching relationship between the limiting components 4 and support components 3 by color, eliminating the need to spend a lot of time confirming the installation position of each limiting component 4 and support component 3, thus further improving installation efficiency.

[0052] Specifically, such as Figure 5 As shown, the support component 3 includes a first support rod 31, two second support rods 32, and two first connecting tubes 33. The two ends of the first support rod 31 are inserted into the two first connecting tubes 33, and the two second support rods 32 are inserted into the ends of the two first connecting tubes 33 furthest from the first support rod 31. This plug-in structure allows the various parts of the support component 3 to be separated. When the canopy is not in use, the first support rod 31 can be pulled out of the first connecting tube 33, and the second support rods 32 can be pulled out of the first connecting tube 33, thus disassembling the support component 3 into multiple smaller parts. This reduces the space occupied during storage, makes it more convenient for users to store, and further reduces space costs during transportation.

[0053] In this embodiment, the first support rod 31 and the second support rod 32 are straight rods, and the first connecting pipe 33 is a V-shaped bend. The two first support rods 31 cross each other to support the canopy 1 to form the top of the canopy. The V-shaped first connecting pipe 33 connects the first support rod 31 and the second support rod 32 at both ends, so that the second support rod 32 has a certain tilt angle relative to the first support rod 31. Thus, the four second support rods 32 can support the canopy 1 in the circumferential direction, so that the canopy 1 forms a covering space.

[0054] More specifically, the support member 3 also includes two second connecting tubes 34, which are inserted one-to-one into the ends of the two second support rods 32 away from the first connecting tube 33. The ends of the second connecting tubes 34 away from the second support rods 32 are configured to be inserted into the connecting portion 21. First, the second connecting tubes 34 can provide a larger contact area, further enhancing the connection stability between the support member 3 and the connecting portion 21 of the fixing member 2. Second, the two ends of the second connecting tubes 34 can provide clear guidance for the connection between the second support rods 32 and the connecting portion 21. During installation, there is no need to spend a lot of time finding the appropriate connection angle and position, reducing the difficulty of connection and improving installation efficiency.

[0055] In this embodiment, as Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, the end of the second connecting pipe 34 away from the second support rod 32 is provided with a pin 341, and a groove is provided on the pin 341, so that the connecting part 21 can be inserted into the groove.

[0056] In other embodiments, a groove may be provided on the connecting part 21, and the pin 341 may be inserted into the groove of the connecting part 21.

[0057] More specifically, the support member 3 also includes an elastic rope, which passes through the inner cavity of the first support rod 31, the two second support rods 32, and the two first connecting tubes 33, with each end of the elastic rope connected to one of the two second support rods 32. The tension of the elastic rope ensures that the first support rod 31, the second support rods 32, and the first connecting tubes 33 are tightly connected together, reducing the shaking and displacement caused by loosening of the components. Furthermore, when disassembling the support member 3, the elastic rope still connects the components together, preventing them from being scattered and lost. Moreover, due to the elastic properties of the elastic rope, the disassembled support member 3 can be easily folded and stored, reducing the space occupied during storage.

[0058] like Figures 6-8 As shown, this utility model provides a cat litter box, including a basin body 100 and the aforementioned canopy. The basin body 100 is provided with a receiving groove, which is connected to the covering space. A plurality of fixing members 2 are detachably connected to the basin body 100.

[0059] By setting up a canopy, odors emitted from the litter box 100 can be effectively blocked, reducing the spread of odors in the indoor space and keeping the indoor air fresh. Furthermore, since the canopy is detachable from the litter box 100 and is composed of detachable parts, removing the canopy not only reduces space occupation and facilitates the transportation of the litter box, but also makes it easier to clean.

[0060] Specifically, such as Figure 6 As shown, of the two components, the fixing part 2 and the basin 100, one is provided with a fixing part 23 and the other is provided with a fixing groove 101. The fixing part 23 is snapped into the fixing groove 101. This snap-fit ​​design allows for easy installation and disassembly without the need for any tools, making it simple to operate and convenient for users to replace the cat litter in the accommodating groove.

[0061] In this embodiment, the fixing member 2 is provided with a fixing part 23, and the basin body 100 is provided with a fixing groove 101.

[0062] In other embodiments, the fixing member 2 may be provided with a fixing groove 101, and the basin body 100 may be provided with a fixing part 23.

[0063] like Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, the fixing part 23 is provided with a plurality of protrusions 231 along the circumferential direction, and the wall of the fixing groove 101 is provided with a plurality of limiting grooves. When the fixing part 23 is inserted into the fixing groove 101, the plurality of protrusions 231 are inserted into the plurality of limiting grooves one by one, constraining the fixing part 23 to rotate relative to the fixing groove 101 in the circumferential direction, so as to ensure that the canopy is always stably installed on the basin 100.

[0064] In other embodiments, the fixing part 23 may be provided with a plurality of limiting grooves along the circumferential direction, and the groove wall of the fixing groove 101 may be provided with a plurality of protrusions 231.

[0065] Specifically, such as Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the litter box also includes a connecting assembly 5, which includes a first connector 51 and a second connector 52. One connector 51 is located on the litter box body 100, and the other is located on the canopy 1. The first connector 51 is detachably connected to the second connector 52. Connecting the first connector 51 to the second connector 52 further improves the stability of the connection between the canopy and the litter box body 100, and the detachable connection also facilitates installation and disassembly.

[0066] In this embodiment, the connecting component 5 is a Velcro. The first connector 51 and the second connector 52 are respectively a hook-on side and a textured side. They can be connected by pressing and sticking together, and can be separated by tearing. The operation is simple.

[0067] In other embodiments, the connecting component 5 can also be a snap-fit ​​connecting component 5, wherein the first connector 51 and the second connector 52 are a male and a female, respectively, and the two are connected by pressing and fastening.

[0068] In this embodiment, two connecting components 5 are provided, which are located on opposite sides of the litter box.

[0069] In other embodiments, there may be three connecting components 5, and the number of connecting components 5 is not specifically limited here.

[0070] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A shelter canopy, characterised in that, The utility model provides a kind of shelter, comprising: Cover (1), the cover (1) is equipped with entrance (10) on it, the cover (1) edge is sequentially spaced with multiple wear channels and multiple installation sites, and the installation site is located between two wear channels; Multiple fixing parts (2), multiple fixing parts (2) and multiple installation sites one-to-one, the fixing part (2) includes connecting part (21) and two limit parts (22), two limit parts (22) are connected to the two sides of connecting part (21), and two limit parts (22) of the fixing part (2) are inserted into adjacent two wear channels respectively; Multiple support parts (3), multiple support parts (3) abut each other, and the two ends of the support part (3) are one-to-one inserted into two connecting parts (21), and the cover (1) is supported to form a cover space by multiple support parts (3).

2. The shelter canopy of claim 1, wherein, The cover (1) includes multiple first tarpaulins (11) and multiple second tarpaulins (12), one end of multiple first tarpaulins (11) and one end of multiple second tarpaulins (12) are connected to form a cover top, multiple first tarpaulins (11) and multiple second tarpaulins (12) are alternately connected along the circumference of the cover space, the entrance (10) is opened in the first tarpaulin (11) or the second tarpaulin (12), and the support part (3) is arranged along the connecting line of the first tarpaulin (11) and the second tarpaulin (12).

3. The shelter canopy of claim 1, wherein, The shelter further comprises multiple limit parts (4), which are connected to the cover (1) and are sleeved on the support part (3).

4. The shelter canopy of claim 3, wherein, Multiple limit parts (4) are divided into multiple groups, and the limit parts (4) of different groups are different in color, and multiple limit parts (4) and multiple support parts (3) are one-to-one corresponding.

5. The shelter canopy of claim 1, wherein, The support part (3) includes a first support rod (31), two second support rods (32) and two first connecting pipes (33), the two ends of the first support rod (31) are one-to-one inserted into two first connecting pipes (33), and two second support rods (32) are one-to-one inserted into one end of two first connecting pipes (33) away from the first support rod (31).

6. The shelter canopy of claim 5, wherein, The support part (3) further comprises two second connecting pipes (34), which are one-to-one inserted into one end of two second support rods (32) away from the first connecting pipe (33), and one end of the second connecting pipe (34) away from the second support rod (32) is configured to be inserted into the connecting part (21).

7. The shelter canopy of claim 5, wherein, The support part (3) further comprises an elastic rope, which is arranged in the inner cavities of the first support rod (31), the two second support rods (32) and the two first connecting pipes (33), and the two ends of the elastic rope are one-to-one connected to the two second support rods (32).

8. A cat litter box characterized by, The cat litter basin comprises a basin body (100) and the sheltering canopy according to any one of claims 1-7, the basin body (100) is provided with a containing groove, the containing groove is communicated with the cover space, and a plurality of the fixing members (2) are respectively detachably connected to the basin body (100).

9. The cat litter box of claim 8, wherein, One of the fixing member (2) and the basin body (100) is provided with a fixing portion (23), and the other is provided with a fixing groove (101), and the fixing portion (23) is clamped in the fixing groove (101).

10. The cat litter box of claim 8, wherein, The cat litter basin further comprises a connecting assembly (5), the connecting assembly (5) comprises a first connecting member (51) and a second connecting member (52), one of the first connecting member (51) and the second connecting member (52) is arranged on the basin body (100), and the other is arranged on the canopy (1), and the first connecting member (51) is detachably connected to the second connecting member (52).