Feeding barrel for non-human primates

Abstract

The feeding barrel for the non-human primates comprises a barrel body and a barrel cover detachably installed on the barrel body, the barrel body is in a barrel shape with the top open, and the side wall of the barrel body is hollowed out so that the feeding position can be observed conveniently; the barrel cover is detachably hung on the top wall of the rearing cage, and the barrel body and the barrel cover are made of food-grade hard materials. According to the feeding barrel for the non-human primates, food is placed in the feeding barrel, so that the food is effectively prevented from being contaminated by dirt in a rearing cage; the hand and the arm of a non-human primate extend into the feeding barrel from the feeding hole for feeding, and meanwhile, the position of food is observed through the hollow structure, so that foraging is facilitated, the fun of exploring and finding in the foraging process of the non-human primate is increased, and animal welfare is increased; the barrel body and the barrel cover are preferably made of food-grade hard materials, can be effectively prevented from being damaged by non-human animals, are convenient to clean and meet the strict requirements of industries such as medicine research and development on sanitary conditions.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of feeding equipment for non-human primates, and in particular to a feeding bucket for non-human primates. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of pharmaceutical research and development, non-human primates are often used as experimental subjects. During the rearing process, nuts need to be fed. When feeding them directly into the cage, it is easy to cause fighting and the nuts are easy to get dirty. The mesh of the cage is relatively large, and the nuts are also easy to fall out of the cage, resulting in waste. At the same time, direct feeding does not allow non-human primates to experience the joy of finding food, which is not conducive to improving animal welfare. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a feeding bucket for non-human primates. When feeding through the feeding bucket, the food is less likely to get dirty and fall off. At the same time, it increases the fun of finding food and improves animal welfare.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a feeding bucket for non-human primates, comprising:

[0005] The barrel is formed as a cylinder with an open top. A feeding hole is provided on the side wall of the barrel near the top. The side wall of the barrel is hollowed out to facilitate observation of the feeding position.

[0006] A bucket lid, which is detachably installed at the top opening of the bucket body, and the bucket lid is detachably hung on the top wall of the breeding cage;

[0007] The barrel body and the barrel lid are made of food-grade hard material.

[0008] Preferably, the barrel body is formed in a cylindrical shape.

[0009] Preferably, the barrel body is formed as a mesh structure.

[0010] Preferably, the barrel body is provided with an observation hole.

[0011] Preferably, the observation hole is a circular hole with a diameter of 5mm-25mm.

[0012] Preferably, the lid and the body of the bucket are connected by threads.

[0013] Preferably, a food container is provided on the inner side wall of the barrel.

[0014] Preferably, the bottom surface of the barrel is provided with a vent hole;

[0015] The bucket lid has ventilation holes.

[0016] Preferably, the vent is formed as a circular hole with a diameter of 2mm-8mm.

[0017] Preferably, the barrel body and the barrel lid are made of food-grade 304 stainless steel or 316 stainless steel.

[0018] This invention provides a feeding bucket for non-human primates, which effectively prevents food from becoming dirty in the cage. Non-human primates can reach into the feeding bucket through the feeding hole to eat, and simultaneously observe the food's location through the perforated structure, facilitating foraging and increasing the enjoyment of exploration and discovery during the foraging process, thus improving animal welfare. The bucket body and lid are preferably made of food-grade hard material, which effectively prevents damage by non-human primates, facilitates cleaning, and meets the stringent hygiene requirements of industries such as pharmaceutical research and development. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this utility model, the drawings used in this utility model will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the feeding bucket for non-human primates according to the present invention, wherein an observation hole is provided in the bucket body;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the feeding bucket for non-human primates according to the present invention, wherein the bucket body is formed into a mesh structure;

[0022] In the diagram, 1-bucket body; 11-feeding hole; 12-observation hole; 13-feeding box; 2-bucket lid; 21-chain; 3-ventilation hole. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0024] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The present invention illustrates a feeding bucket for non-human primates, comprising:

[0025] The barrel is formed as a cylinder with an open top. A feeding hole is provided on the side wall of the barrel near the top. The side wall of the barrel is hollowed out to facilitate observation of the feeding position.

[0026] A bucket lid, which is detachably installed at the top opening of the bucket body, and the bucket lid is detachably hung on the top wall of the breeding cage;

[0027] The barrel body and the barrel lid are made of food-grade hard material.

[0028] The feeding bucket provided in this embodiment is used to place food (especially nuts) inside, effectively preventing the food from getting dirty. The bucket body is, for example, a cylindrical shape with an open top, making it easy to put food into the feeding bucket. The side wall is provided with a feeding hole, making it easy for non-human primates to reach into the feeding bucket to take food. At the same time, the bucket body is, for example, designed with a hollow structure, making it easier for non-human primates to see the location of the food and observe them taking it. A bucket lid is provided at the open part of the bucket body, which can prevent non-human primates from taking food directly from the open part, reducing the fun of foraging. At the same time, it is also easy to hang the feeding bucket on the top of the breeding cage. The bucket body and bucket lid are preferably made of food-grade hard materials, such as 304 stainless steel or 316 stainless steel, which can effectively prevent non-human primates from damaging them, are easy to clean, and meet the strict hygiene requirements of industries such as pharmaceutical research and development. It should be noted that the size of the feeding hole must allow the non-human primate's hands and arms to reach into the feeding bucket to eat and remove the food (e.g., 20*40mm, 30*40mm, 30*60mm holes, etc.). Multiple feeding holes can also be provided to facilitate multiple non-human primates eating simultaneously without competing for food. Furthermore, the bucket lid can be hung from the top of the cage, for example, via a chain. When using a chain, the chain should be made of a cylindrical material with a diameter of, for example, 3mm.

[0029] In one specific embodiment, the barrel body is formed into a cylindrical shape. Understandably, setting the barrel body to a cylindrical shape reduces the number of edges and corners, increases safety, and to some extent increases the fun factor.

[0030] In one specific embodiment, the bucket body is formed as a mesh structure. Understandably, the mesh structure makes it easier for non-human primates to observe the food inside the feeding bucket, while also effectively preventing the food from molding or spoiling. It should be noted that the mesh size must be such that nuts do not easily fall out of the feeding bucket, and that non-human primates cannot reach the food through the mesh.

[0031] In one specific embodiment, the bucket body has an observation hole, preferably with a diameter of 5mm-25mm. Understandably, when the bucket body is a non-mesh structure, such as a board, an observation hole is required to form a hollow structure. The size of the observation hole must be such that nuts do not easily fall out of the feeding bucket, and at the same time, non-human primate hands cannot reach through the mesh to eat. Preferably, when the observation hole is a round hole, the diameter of the hole is 5mm-25mm.

[0032] In one specific embodiment, the lid and the body of the bucket are connected by threads.

[0033] In one specific embodiment, a food container is provided on the inner wall of the bucket. Understandably, when a food container is provided on the inner wall of the bucket, it can increase the amount of food that can be provided to a certain extent, and also increase the enjoyment of animals in finding food, thereby improving animal welfare.

[0034] In one specific embodiment, a vent is provided on the bottom surface of the bucket body; a vent is also provided on the bucket lid. Preferably, the vent is formed as a circular hole with a diameter of 2mm-8mm. Understandably, providing vents in the bucket body and lid can effectively prevent food from molding and spoiling; when the diameter of the vent is preferably 2mm-8mm, it can effectively prevent food from falling into the feeding bucket.

[0035] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A feeding bucket for non-human primates, characterized in that, include: The barrel is formed as a cylinder with an open top. A feeding hole is provided on the side wall of the barrel near the top. The side wall of the barrel is hollowed out to facilitate observation of the feeding position. A bucket lid, which is detachably installed at the top opening of the bucket body, and the bucket lid is detachably hung on the top wall of the breeding cage; The barrel body and the barrel lid are made of food-grade hard material.

2. The feeding bucket for non-human primates as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The barrel body is formed into a cylindrical shape.

3. The feeding bucket for non-human primates as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The barrel body is formed into a mesh structure.

4. The feeding bucket for non-human primates as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The barrel body is provided with an observation hole.

5. The feeding bucket for non-human primates as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The observation hole is a round hole with a diameter of 5mm-25mm.

6. The feeding bucket for non-human primates as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The lid and the body of the bucket are connected by threads.

7. The feeding bucket for non-human primates as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A food container is provided on the inner wall of the barrel.

8. The feeding bucket for non-human primates as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom surface of the barrel is provided with ventilation holes; The bucket lid has ventilation holes.

9. The feeding bucket for non-human primates as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The vent is formed as a circular hole with a diameter of 2mm-8mm.

10. The feeding bucket for non-human primates as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The barrel body and the barrel lid are made of food-grade 304 stainless steel or 316 stainless steel.

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