A track puzzle cat toy

By using a main chassis and multiple sub-chassis splicing/disassembly structure and suction cup screws for fixation, the problem of existing automatic cat toys being unable to adapt to different environments and the number of cats is solved. This allows for flexible adjustment of the track length and shape, improving the toy's applicability and safety.

CN224356841UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-16PETOP MFR CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
PETOP MFR CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-22
Publication Date
2026-06-16

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Technical Problem

Existing automatic cat toys have fixed effective movement distances and shapes, making them unsuitable for the exercise needs of different room sizes and numbers of cats.

Method used

It adopts a splicing/disassembly structure of main chassis and multiple sub-chassis, combined with suction cups and screws for fixing, allowing users to freely combine the length and shape of the track according to the room area and the number of cats, and the movement is driven by a motor through the telescopic rope.

🎯Benefits of technology

It allows for flexible adjustment of track length and shape based on the environment and the number of cats, reducing the risk of toys being overturned and improving applicability and play experience.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a spliced track cat toy, including telescopic rope and caterpillar pendant, caterpillar pendant is fixed in telescopic rope at a place, main base plate is opened with 4 mounting holes on main base plate, main base plate is equipped with 4 vice base plates, and the top of vice base plate is equipped with shell, the top outside of shell is equipped with the symmetry of installation cylinder, and the upper cover is connected through the pivot between installation cylinder, and the screw piece is rotatably installed in the threaded hole of vice base plate, and the bottom of screw piece is equipped with sucking disc, the utility model discloses the splicing / split structure of " main base plate + multiple vice base plates", and user can freely combine track length and shape according to room area, cat number and body shape, break the limitation of " fixed track, fixed area" of existing product, the double fixing of the bottom of vice base plate setting sucking disc and screw locking, can directly adsorb on smooth ground, can bind with magic tape on blanket, wooden floor, significantly reduce the risk of whole machine being turned over when cat intense exercise.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of pet toy technology, specifically relating to a modular cat track toy. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, commercially available automatic cat toys generally adopt the classic structure of "telescopic rope + drive box": the drive box is equipped with a coil spring or motor winding mechanism, and the front end of the telescopic rope is suspended with prey such as feathers, plush toys or laser modules; when the motor reverses, the telescopic rope reciprocates within a fixed length range, thereby driving the prey to draw an approximate fan-shaped or elliptical trajectory on the ground or in the air.

[0003] However, in the above structure, the physical length of the telescopic rope is limited at the factory, and the winding and unwinding angle of the motor reel is also fixed. Therefore, the effective moving distance of the toy remains constant; simply put, whether it is 10m... 2 The living room is still 3m 2 On a balcony, the cats have the same length and shape of paths to follow, which makes it impossible to accommodate the exercise needs of different cats or different numbers of cats. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a solution to the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a splicing track cat toy, comprising a telescopic rope and a caterpillar pendant, the caterpillar pendant being fixed to one end of the telescopic rope, including a main base, the main base having four mounting holes, the main base being equipped with four sub-bases, the sub-bases having a shell on the top, the outer side of the top of the shell having symmetrically arranged mounting cylinders, the mounting cylinders being connected by a top cover via a rotating shaft, the sub-bases having threaded holes, screws being rotatably installed in the threaded holes, the bottom of the screws having a suction cup, and the shell being divided into a main shell and sub-shells.

[0006] Preferably, the number of main shells is 1.

[0007] Preferably, the top of the main shell is provided with a first receiving seat, and a drive wheel is rotatably provided on the top of the first receiving seat, and a rubber ring is fitted on the drive wheel.

[0008] Preferably, a motor is provided on the inner wall of the main housing, and the output axis of the motor passes through the first receiving seat and is connected to the drive wheel.

[0009] Preferably, the number of secondary shells is 3.

[0010] Preferably, each of the sub-shells is provided with a second receiving seat at its top, and a transmission wheel is provided on the second receiving seat via a bearing.

[0011] Preferably, a battery is located on the left side inside the main housing, a PCB board is installed on the front side inside the main housing, and a button is located on the front side of the main housing below the PCB board.

[0012] Preferably, the screw consists of a screw rod and a nut.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] This utility model adopts a "main chassis + multiple sub-chassis" splicing / disassembly structure, which allows users to freely combine the track length and shape according to the room area, number of cats and their size, breaking the limitations of existing products with "fixed track and fixed area".

[0015] The auxiliary chassis of this invention is equipped with a double fixation of suction cups and screws at the bottom. Smooth surfaces can be directly suctioned, and carpets and wooden floors can be secured with Velcro, which significantly reduces the risk of the whole machine being overturned when the cat is exercising vigorously.

[0016] This utility model has two usage modes: splicing mode and split mode. In splicing mode, all four sub-chassis are installed at the four corners of the main chassis to form a compact small circle, which is suitable for a single cat or a small space. In split mode, only two or more sub-chassis can be selected and freely arranged, and the trajectory can be large or small, which is suitable for multiple cats or a spacious environment, making it highly applicable. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the first part of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a second exploded view of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the telescopic rope and caterpillar pendant in this utility model.

[0021] Numbering in the diagram: 1-Telescopic rope, 2-Caterpillar pendant, 3-Main chassis, 4-Mounting hole, 5-Secondary chassis, 6-Outer shell, 7-Mounting cylinder, 8-Spindle, 9-Top cover, 10-Threaded hole, 11-Screw, 12-Suction cup, 13-Main shell, 14-Secondary shell, 15-First support seat, 16-Drive wheel, 17-Rubber ring, 18-Motor, 19-Second support seat, 20-Bearing, 21-Transmission wheel, 22-Battery, 23-PCB board, 24-Button, 25-Screw, 26-Nut. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] Example 1

[0024] like Figures 1 to 4 The illustrated assembly track cat toy includes a telescopic rope 1 and a caterpillar pendant 2, the caterpillar pendant 2 being fixed to one point of the telescopic rope 1. Its features include a main base 3 with four mounting holes 4, and four auxiliary bases 5. Each auxiliary base 5 has a shell 6 on its top, with mounting cylinders 7 symmetrically arranged on the outer side of the top of the shell 6. The mounting cylinders 7 are connected by a top cover 9 via a pivot 8. Each auxiliary base 5 has a threaded hole 10, in which a screw 11 is rotatably mounted. The bottom of the screw 11 has a suction cup 12. The shell 6 is divided into a main shell 13 and auxiliary shells 14; there is one main shell 13; the top of the main shell 13 has... There is a first receiving seat 15, and a drive wheel 16 is rotatably mounted on the top of the first receiving seat 15. A rubber ring 17 is fitted on the drive wheel 16. A motor 18 is mounted on the inner wall of the main housing 13. The output shaft of the motor 18 passes through the first receiving seat 15 and is connected to the drive wheel 16. There are 3 sub-housings 14. Each sub-housing 14 has a second receiving seat 19 on its top. A transmission wheel 21 is mounted on the second receiving seat 19 through a bearing 20. A battery 22 is located on the left side inside the main housing 13. A PCB board 23 is mounted on the front side inside the main housing 13. A button 24 is located on the front side of the main housing 13 below the PCB board 23. The screw component 11 is divided into a screw 25 and a nut 26.

[0025] This invention adopts a "main chassis 3 + multiple sub-chassis 5" splicing / disassembly structure, allowing users to freely combine the track length and shape according to room area, number of cats, and cat size, breaking the limitations of existing products with "fixed track and fixed area". The sub-chassis 5 in this invention is equipped with suction cups 12 and screws for double fixation at the bottom, allowing direct adhesion to smooth surfaces, and binding with Velcro to carpets and wooden floors, significantly reducing the risk of the entire machine being overturned during vigorous exercise by cats. This invention has two usage modes: splicing mode and disassembly mode. In splicing mode, all four sub-chassis 5 are installed at the four corners of the main chassis 3 to form a compact small circle, suitable for a single cat or small space. In disassembly mode, only two or more sub-chassis 5 can be freely arranged, and the track size can be adjusted to suit multiple cats or spacious environments, making it highly versatile.

[0026] Example 2

[0027] like Figures 1 to 4The illustrated cat track toy includes a telescopic rope 1 and a caterpillar pendant 2. The caterpillar pendant 2 is fixed to a point on the telescopic rope 1. Understandably, rotating the telescopic rope 1 moves the caterpillar pendant 2 for the cat to play with. The toy body includes a main base 3 with four mounting holes 4. The main base 3 is equipped with four secondary bases 5, which can be mounted to the top of the main base 3 through the mounting holes 4. The top of each secondary base 5 has a shell 6, and symmetrical mounting cylinders 7 are provided on the outer side of the top of the shell 6. The upper cover 9 is connected to the main chassis 3 via a pivot 8. Understandably, the component that drives the telescopic rope 1 to rotate is installed on the top of the sub-chassis 5. The outer casing 6 is designed to limit and cover the rotating component after installation, preventing the cat from accidentally ingesting it or causing interference. The sub-chassis 5 has a threaded hole 10, in which a screw 11 is rotatably installed. The screw 11 consists of a screw 25 and a nut 26. The user can fix the sub-chassis 5 to the main chassis 3 using the screw 11 and the suction cup 12 installed at its bottom. The main chassis 3 is reinforced and stabilized to prevent toys from being easily tipped over during play, thus improving the user experience. The outer shell 6 consists of a main shell 13 and three secondary shells 14. The main shell 13 has a first support 15 on its top, and a drive wheel 16 is rotatably mounted on top of the first support 15. A rubber ring 17 is fitted onto the drive wheel 16. A motor 18 is located on the inner wall of the main shell 13. The output shaft of the motor 18 passes through the first support 15 and connects to the drive wheel 16, thus starting the motor 18. This will drive the drive wheel 16 to rotate; the top of the sub-shell 14 is provided with a second support seat 19, and the second support seat 19 is provided with a transmission wheel 21 through the bearing 20; it is understood that a rubber ring 17 is fitted on the drive wheel 16, and the user can open and fix the telescopic rope 1 between the drive wheel 16 and each transmission wheel 21. When the motor 18 operates and drives the drive wheel 16 to rotate, the friction generated between the rubber ring 17 and the telescopic rope 1 will drive the telescopic rope 1 to rotate between the drive wheel 16 and each transmission wheel 21.

[0028] Furthermore, a battery 22 is located on the left side inside the main shell 13, and a PCB board 23 is installed on the front side inside the main shell 13. A button 24 is located on the front side of the main shell 13 below the PCB board 23. The battery 22 is used to power the motor 18. The user can control the power supply and power off of the battery 22 through the PCB board 23 by pressing the button 24.

[0029] This product has two installation and usage methods:

[0030] 1. Disassemble the screw component 11 beforehand. Place the four auxiliary base plates 5 and the outer casing 6 at the four corners of the top of the main base plate 3, aligning the threaded holes 10 on the auxiliary base plates 5 with the mounting holes 4. Then insert the suction cups 12 and the screws 25 into the threaded holes 10 and the mounting holes 4. Finally, tighten the nuts 26 and screws 25 on top of the auxiliary base plates 5. This not only achieves the effect of installing the auxiliary base plates 5 and above on the top of the main base plate 3, but also fixes the four suction cups 12 under the main base plate 3, allowing the main base plate 3 to be firmly attached to the surface by the suction cups 12. After opening the top cover 9, put the telescopic rope 1 between the drive wheel 16 and the transmission wheel 21. After installation, close the top cover 9 and press the button 24 to make the battery 22 supply power to the motor 18. The output shaft of the motor 18 rotates, which drives the drive wheel 16 to rotate. The rubber ring 17 on the drive wheel 16 generates sufficient friction with the telescopic rope 1, which drives the telescopic rope 1 to rotate between the drive wheel 16 and the transmission wheel 21. At this time, the transmission wheel 21 also rotates accordingly. The rotation of the telescopic rope 1 drives the caterpillar pendant 2 to rotate around the edge of the main chassis 3, allowing interaction with the cat.

[0031] 2. Disassemble the screw parts 11 in advance and remove at least two sub-bases 5 separately. One of the sub-bases 5 needs to have the main shell 13 installed on its top to serve as a drive component. Then place the sub-bases 5 in the desired installation position. Smooth floors or glass plates can be directly attached to the suction cups 12 for adsorption. Flat surfaces such as carpets or other wooden floors can be attached to other objects using Velcro. After securing them, open the top cover 9 and loop the telescopic rope 1 between the drive wheel 16 and the other drive wheels 21. After installation, close the top cover 9 and press the button 24 to power the motor 18 with the battery 22. The output shaft of the motor 18 rotates, driving the drive wheel 16 to rotate. The rotation of the telescopic rope 1 causes the caterpillar pendant 2 to rotate around the edge of the area between the sub-bases 5, allowing interaction with the cat.

[0032] Understandably, the fixed small play area attached to the main chassis 3 is more suitable for kittens or a single adult cat; while the area for separate installation depends on the actual situation and is generally larger than the play area of ​​the main chassis 3, so it is more suitable for two or more adult cats.

[0033] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0034] The above description is only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and is not intended to limit it. Any other modifications or equivalent substitutions made by those skilled in the art to the technical solution of this utility model, as long as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A track cat toy comprising an extendable cord and a caterpillar pendant, the caterpillar pendant being secured to the extendable cord at one point, characterised in that, The utility model provides a four -wheel robot, including main chassis, four mounting holes are opened on the main chassis, the main chassis is equipped with four vice chassis, the top of vice chassis is equipped with shell, the top outside symmetry of shell is equipped with mounting cylinder, the upper cover is connected through the rotating shaft between mounting cylinder, the vice chassis is opened the threaded hole, the threaded hole is rotatably installed screw piece, the bottom of screw piece is equipped with sucking disc, the shell is divided into main shell and vice shell.

2. The track puzzle cat toy of claim 1, wherein, The number of the main shell is one.

3. The track puzzle cat toy of claim 2, wherein, The top of the main shell is provided with a first receiving seat, a driving wheel is rotatably arranged on the top of the first receiving seat, and a rubber ring is sleeved on the driving wheel.

4. The track puzzle cat toy of claim 3, wherein, The output shaft of the motor passes through the first receiving seat upward and is connected with the driving wheel.

5. The track puzzle cat toy of claim 1, wherein, The number of the vice shell is three.

6. The track puzzle cat toy of claim 5, wherein, The top of each vice shell is provided with a second receiving seat, and a transmission wheel is arranged on the second receiving seat through a bearing.

7. The track-mat toy of claim 1, wherein, A battery is arranged at the left position in the main shell, a PCB board is mounted on the front side of the main shell, and a key is arranged at the position below the PCB board on the front side of the main shell.

8. The track puzzle cat toy of claim 1, wherein, The screw piece is divided into a screw rod and a nut.