Pet toy ball

Abstract

The application provides a pet toy ball, which comprises a visible ball and an electric ball, the electric ball is visible outside the visible ball when the electric ball is accommodated in the visible ball, and the outer diameter of the electric ball is smaller than the inner diameter of the visible ball, so that the center of the electric ball can deviate from the center of the visible ball when the electric ball moves in the visible ball. In the scheme of the application, the pet sharp nails and teeth can be prevented from directly contacting the electric ball by arranging the visible ball capable of accommodating the electric ball, so that the service life of the electric ball is prolonged, the outer diameter of the electric ball is smaller than the inner diameter of the visible ball, the center of the electric ball can deviate from the center of the visible ball when the electric ball moves in the visible ball, the dynamic position of the electric ball can change during the rolling process of the electric ball in the visible ball, and the electric ball can obviously move in the visible ball even if the pet catches the pet toy ball, so that the attraction to the pet is further improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of toys, and more particularly to a pet toy ball. Background Technology

[0002] Pet toy balls are primarily used for pets' daily entertainment. For example, owners can manually throw the toy ball, and the dog can catch or chase it. Some existing electric toy balls can also roll or bounce on the ground electrically to attract the pet's attention and entice it to chase, thus expending the pet's excess energy. However, after chasing the electric ball, the pet will press it with its paws or bite it with its teeth. In addition, some pets have a habit of grinding their teeth, and the direct contact between their sharp nails and teeth and the electric ball will reduce its lifespan.

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a pet toy ball with a longer service life. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a pet toy ball with a longer service life.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the first embodiment is provided as follows: a pet toy ball, comprising a visible ball and an electric ball, wherein when the electric ball is housed in the visible ball, the electric ball is visible from the outside of the visible ball, and the outer diameter of the electric ball is smaller than the inner diameter of the visible ball, so that when the electric ball moves in the visible ball, the center of the electric ball can deviate from the center of the visible ball.

[0006] In a preferred embodiment, the outer diameter of the electric ball is less than or equal to half the inner diameter of the visible ball.

[0007] In a preferred embodiment, the visible sphere is provided with at least one first type of through hole, which restricts the passage of the electric sphere when in a first state, and allows the electric sphere to pass through when in a second state.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment, the visible sphere is elastic, and when the visible sphere is not subjected to external force, the first type of through hole is in a first state, and the visible sphere deforms to change the first type of through hole to a second state.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, the visible sphere includes a first limiting rib and a second limiting rib, the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib forming the first type of through hole, and the distance between the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib gradually increases from both ends to the middle.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, the visible sphere has central holes at both ends of its central axis. The visible sphere further includes: a first annular rib forming the central holes, two second annular ribs located between the two first annular ribs, and a first connecting rib connecting the first annular ribs and the second annular ribs. The first limiting rib and the second limiting rib connect the two second annular ribs, and the intersection of the first limiting rib, the second limiting rib, and the second annular rib is connected to the first connecting rib.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the maximum distance between the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib is denoted as the first distance, and the distance between the two intersections of the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib is denoted as the second distance. When the visible ball is not subjected to external force, the first distance is less than the outer diameter of the electric ball, and the second distance is greater than the outer diameter of the electric ball. When the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib deform so that both the first distance and the second distance are greater than the outer diameter of the electric ball, the first type of through hole allows the electric ball to pass through.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment, the visible sphere is further provided with a plurality of second-type through holes, which restrict the passage of the electric sphere. The plurality of first-type through holes are arranged around the central axis of the visible sphere. The first limiting rib is also connected to another second limiting rib. The visible sphere further includes a second connecting rib, which connects the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib, and divides the first-type through hole into a second-type through hole.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment, the visible sphere is integrally injection molded from an elastomer material, wherein the elastomer material is TPR, rubber, or TPU.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the exterior of the electric ball is provided with at least one of a speaker and a light source.

[0015] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] In this application, by setting up a visible ball that can accommodate the electric ball, direct contact between the pet's sharp nails and teeth and the electric ball can be avoided, thereby increasing the lifespan of the electric ball. Furthermore, since the outer diameter of the electric ball is smaller than the inner diameter of the visible ball, the center of the electric ball can deviate from the center of the visible ball when the electric ball moves inside the visible ball. In this way, the electric ball can form a dynamic position change during its rolling inside the visible ball. Even if the pet catches the pet toy ball, the electric ball can still move significantly inside the visible ball, which can further enhance its attractiveness to the pet. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a pet toy ball according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a pet toy ball according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the first type of through hole according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Reference numerals: 10, Visible sphere; 10a, First type of through hole; 10b, Second type of through hole; d1, First spacing; d2, Second spacing; 11, First limiting rib; 12, Second limiting rib; 13, Center hole; 14, First annular rib; 15, Second annular rib; 16, First connecting rib; 17, Second connecting rib; 20, Electric sphere; Detailed Implementation

[0021] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions in this application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0022] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly set on the other component; when a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to the other component.

[0023] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "vertical", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0024] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" or "several" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0025] It should be noted that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc., shown in the accompanying drawings of this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed in the specification, and are not intended to limit the conditions under which this application can be implemented. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this application, provided that they do not affect the effects and purposes that this application can produce.

[0026] Please refer to Figures 1-3 This utility model provides a pet toy ball, which includes a visible ball 10 and an electric ball 20. The electric ball 20 can be housed inside the visible ball 10. When the electric ball 20 is housed in the visible ball 10, it is visible from the outside of the visible ball 10. The visible ball 10 can prevent the pet's sharp nails and teeth from directly contacting the electric ball 20, thereby improving the service life of the electric ball 20. The electric ball 20 can roll or bounce inside the visible ball 10 to drive the visible ball 10 to move. The outer diameter of the electric ball 20 is smaller than the inner diameter of the visible ball 10, so that when the electric ball 20 moves inside the visible ball 10, the center of the electric ball 20 can deviate from the center of the visible ball 10. In this way, the electric ball 20 can form a dynamic position change during the rolling process inside the visible ball 10. Even if the pet catches the pet toy ball, the electric ball 20 can still move significantly inside the visible ball 10, which can further enhance its attractiveness to the pet.

[0027] In this embodiment, since the outer diameter of the electric ball 20 is smaller than the inner diameter of the visible ball 10, when both the electric ball 20 and the visible ball 10 remain stationary, the electric ball 20 is placed at the bottom of the inner wall of the visible ball 10 due to gravity. At this time, the center of the electric ball 20 is offset from the center of the visible ball 10.

[0028] In one embodiment, the visible ball 10 can be a ball that is transparent to light. Of course, in other embodiments, the visible ball 10 can also be a ball with multiple through holes, which can also make the electric ball 20 visible from the outside of the visible ball 10.

[0029] Preferably, the outer diameter of the electric ball 20 is less than or equal to half the inner diameter of the visible ball 10. When a pet catches the toy ball, the electric ball 20 can undergo more obvious dynamic changes inside the visible ball 10, thereby further enhancing its attractiveness to the pet.

[0030] In a preferred embodiment, the visible ball 10 is provided with at least one first type of through hole 10a. When the first type of through hole 10a is in a first state, it restricts the passage of the electric ball 20. When the first type of through hole 10a is in a second state, it allows the electric ball 20 to pass through.

[0031] In this embodiment, in addition to the conventional entertainment of chasing and chewing by pets, the pet toy ball also provides a puzzle-like entertainment method of removing the electric ball 20 from the visible ball 10, which further enhances its appeal to pets. When the pet catches the pet toy ball, the electric ball 20 can still move noticeably within the visible ball 10, which can induce the pet to take out the electric ball 20, prolonging the playtime and diverting the dog's attention, turning the chewing behavior into a puzzle-solving behavior, thus further improving the lifespan of the pet toy ball.

[0032] Preferably, the visible ball 10 is elastic, making it safer for the pet to bite. The visible ball 10 is also provided with at least one first type of through hole 10a. When the visible ball 10 is not subjected to external force, the first type of through hole 10a is in a first state, which restricts the passage of the electric ball 20. When the visible ball 10 undergoes a certain deformation and the first type of through hole is in a second state, the restriction can be lifted to allow the electric ball 20 to pass through.

[0033] Optionally, the viewing sphere 10 can also be equipped with a blocking member to block the first type of through hole 10a, placing the first type of through hole 10a in a first state to restrict the passage of the electric ball 20, and exposing the first type of through hole 10a to change it to a second state to allow the electric ball 20 to pass through. Specifically, the blocking member can be movably disposed on the viewing sphere, and the state of the first type of through hole 10a can be adjusted by rotation or sliding, and the blocking of the first type of through hole 10a can be maintained by snap-fit ​​or magnetic attraction. Furthermore, because this pet toy ball provides a puzzle-solving entertainment method, allowing the pet's nails and teeth to penetrate into the visible ball, the design of the outer diameter of the electric ball 20 being smaller than the inner diameter of the visible ball 10 has the following advantages compared to the solution where the electric ball 20 fills the inner wall of the visible ball 10: it provides better protection for the electric ball 20 because the electric ball 20 has room to move within the visible ball 10. When the pet catches the pet toy ball, and its nails or teeth touch the inner electric ball 20, the electric ball 20 can avoid being pushed away.

[0034] In a preferred embodiment, the visible ball 10 includes a first limiting rib 11 and a second limiting rib 12. The first limiting rib 11 and the second limiting rib 12 enclose a first type of through hole 10a, and the distance between the first limiting rib 11 and the second limiting rib 12 gradually increases from both ends to the middle. The distance between the first limiting rib 11 and the second limiting rib 12 can be increased by squeezing the visible ball 10 until the space between the first limiting rib 11 and the second limiting rib 12 is sufficient for the electric ball 20 to pass through.

[0035] In this embodiment, the first type of through hole 10a is preferably nearly elliptical as shown in the figure, to facilitate deformation for the electric ball 20 to pass through. Of course, in some other embodiments, the first type of through hole 10a can also be configured with other shapes suitable for deformation, which are not limited here.

[0036] Furthermore, the viewing sphere 10 has central holes 13 at both ends of the central axis. The viewing sphere 10 also includes: a first annular rib 14, a second annular rib 15, and a first connecting rib 16. The first annular rib 14 surrounds to form the central hole 13. Two second annular ribs 15 are located between the two first annular ribs 14. Multiple first connecting ribs 16 connect the first annular ribs 14 and the second annular ribs 15. A first limiting rib 11 and a second limiting rib 12 connect the two second annular ribs 15. The intersection of the first limiting rib 11, the second limiting rib 12, and the second annular rib 15 is connected to the first connecting rib 16, which can further improve the structural stability of the viewing sphere 10.

[0037] In a preferred embodiment, reference may be made to Figure 3 The maximum distance between the first limiting rib 11 and the second limiting rib 12 is denoted as the first distance d1, and the distance between the two intersections of the first limiting rib 11 and the second limiting rib 12 is denoted as the second distance d2. When the visible ball 10 is not subjected to external force, the first distance d1 is less than the outer diameter of the electric ball 20, and the second distance d2 is greater than the outer diameter of the electric ball 20. When the first limiting rib 11 and the second limiting rib 12 are deformed, and the first distance d1 and the second distance d2 are both greater than the outer diameter of the electric ball 20, the first type of through hole 10a allows the electric ball 20 to pass through.

[0038] In a preferred embodiment, the viewing ball 10 also has a plurality of second-type through holes 10b to allow the electric ball 20 to be more directly observed from the outside of the viewing ball 10. The second-type through holes 10b are designed to be small to restrict the passage of the electric ball 20, allowing it to pass only through the deformed first-type through hole 10a. Furthermore, the design of multiple second-type through holes 10b can reduce the weight of the viewing ball 10 and provide more space for pets to insert their paws or teeth, allowing pets to puzzle-like remove the electric ball 20 by trying to bite, pry, or push.

[0039] For specific details, please refer to Figure 2 The central hole 13 and the holes between the two adjacent first connecting ribs 16 are second type through holes 10b. The hole formed by the first limiting rib 11, the second limiting rib 12 and the second annular rib 15 is also a second type through hole 10b.

[0040] Preferably, a plurality of first-type through holes 10a are arranged around the central axis of the visible sphere 10, as can be referred to Figure 2 Multiple first limiting ribs 11 and second limiting ribs 12 are arranged alternately along the circumference of the visible sphere 10. When a first limiting rib 11 and a second limiting rib 12 enclose a first type of through hole 10a, the first limiting rib 11 is also connected to another second limiting rib 12. The visible sphere 10 also includes a second connecting rib 17, which connects the first connecting rib 16 and the second connecting rib 17, and divides the first type of through hole 10a into a second type of through hole 10b. Specifically, the setting position and number of the second connecting ribs 17 can be selected according to actual needs to control the number and position of the first type of through holes 10a.

[0041] Preferably, the second connecting ribs 17 are arranged at intervals. For example, as shown in the figure, both ends of each second connecting rib 17 are undivided first-type through holes 10a, which can improve the structural stability and stress uniformity of the visible ball 10.

[0042] In a preferred embodiment, the visual sphere 10 is integrally injection molded from an elastomeric material, and the visual sphere 10 can generate structural tension that prevents it from collapsing under pressure and compression. Preferably, the elastic material is TPR, rubber, or TPU.

[0043] In a preferred embodiment, to further enhance its appeal to pets, the electric ball 20 is also provided with at least one of a speaker and a light source.

[0044] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A pet toy ball, characterized in that, It includes a visible sphere and an electric sphere. When the electric sphere is housed in the visible sphere, the electric sphere is visible from the outside of the visible sphere. The outer diameter of the electric sphere is smaller than the inner diameter of the visible sphere, so that when the electric sphere moves in the visible sphere, the center of the electric sphere can deviate from the center of the visible sphere.

2. The pet toy ball according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer diameter of the electric ball is less than or equal to half the inner diameter of the visible ball.

3. The pet toy ball according to claim 1, characterized in that, The visible sphere is provided with at least one type of through hole. When the type of through hole is in a first state, it restricts the passage of the electric sphere. When the type of through hole is in a second state, it allows the electric sphere to pass through.

4. The pet toy ball according to claim 3, characterized in that, The visible sphere is elastic. When the visible sphere is not subjected to external force, the first type of through hole is in a first state. The visible sphere deforms to change the first type of through hole to a second state.

5. The pet toy ball according to claim 4, characterized in that, The visible sphere includes a first limiting rib and a second limiting rib. The first limiting rib and the second limiting rib together form the first type of through hole, and the distance between the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib gradually increases from both ends to the middle.

6. The pet toy ball according to claim 5, characterized in that, The visible sphere has central holes at both ends of its central axis. The visible sphere also includes: a first annular rib forming the central hole, two second annular ribs located between the two first annular ribs, and a first connecting rib connecting the first annular ribs and the second annular ribs. The first limiting rib and the second limiting rib connect the two second annular ribs. The intersection of the first limiting rib, the second limiting rib, and the second annular rib is connected to the first connecting rib.

7. The pet toy ball according to claim 5, characterized in that, The maximum distance between the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib is recorded as the first distance, and the distance between the two intersections of the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib is recorded as the second distance. When the visible ball is not subjected to external force, the first distance is less than the outer diameter of the electric ball, and the second distance is greater than the outer diameter of the electric ball. When the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib deform so that both the first distance and the second distance are greater than the outer diameter of the electric ball, the first type of through hole allows the electric ball to pass through.

8. The pet toy ball according to claim 5, characterized in that, The visible sphere is also provided with a plurality of second-type through holes, which restrict the passage of the electric sphere. The plurality of first-type through holes are arranged around the central axis of the visible sphere. The first limiting rib is also connected to another second limiting rib. The visible sphere also includes a second connecting rib, which connects the first limiting rib and the second limiting rib, and divides the first-type through hole into a second-type through hole.

9. The pet toy ball according to claim 4, characterized in that, The visible sphere is integrally injection molded from an elastomer material, which is TPR, rubber, or TPU.

10. The pet toy ball according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The surface of the electric ball is provided with at least one of a speaker and a light source.

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