Pet feeding device

Abstract

This application provides a pet feeding device, belonging to the field of pet supplies technology. The pet feeding device includes a feeding bowl and a support base. The feeding bowl has an upward-facing opening, and its inner diameter gradually expands outwards in the direction towards the opening. The support base has a groove for accommodating the feeding bowl, and its outer diameter gradually expands outwards in the direction away from the groove. The feeding bowl and the groove engage to constrain the circumferential rotation of the feeding bowl within the groove. The pet feeding device provided in this application can utilize the cooperation between the feeding bowl and the support base to form a stable mechanical support, enhancing the overall resistance to tipping over.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to pet product technology, and more particularly to a pet feeding device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, people prefer to feed their pets disposable packaged foods such as canned food and lunch boxes directly, saving them the trouble of washing dishes and saving time and effort.

[0003] However, single-use packaged foods are generally designed in cylindrical or shallow cans. When pets eat, they may trample or knock over the cans, causing food to spill. In addition, cans and food containers often have many blind spots, making it difficult for pets to lick the edges and corners of the cans. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a pet feeding device to solve the technical problems of pet feeding bowls being prone to tipping over and inconvenient for licking in related technologies.

[0005] This application provides a pet feeding device, comprising:

[0006] A feeding bowl having an upward-facing opening, the inner diameter of which gradually expands outward in the direction toward the opening;

[0007] The support base has a support groove for accommodating the feeding bowl, and the outer diameter of the support base gradually expands outward in the direction away from the support groove; wherein the feeding bowl and the support groove are engaged to form a circumferential rotation constraint for the feeding bowl in the support groove.

[0008] In some possible implementations, the feeding bowl has an overhang extending outward along its own edge, and the feeding bowl is connected via the overhang to a packaging layer that covers the opening.

[0009] In some possible implementations, the end of the support groove near the groove opening is provided with a snap-fit ​​step, which is annular around the circumference of the support groove and is used to snap with the edge.

[0010] In some possible implementations, the support base is provided with a notch extending in a radial direction, the notch opening upwards, and the notch communicating with the snap-fit ​​step.

[0011] In some possible implementations, the feeding bowl includes a flat portion at the bottom and an arc portion that smoothly transitions to the flat portion, the arc portion having a gradually decreasing curvature along the direction toward the opening.

[0012] In some possible implementations, the sidewall of the feeding bowl is affixed with an anti-slip portion for contacting the support groove, and / or the sidewall of the support groove is affixed with an anti-slip portion for contacting the feeding bowl.

[0013] In some possible implementations, the anti-slip portion is a silicone layer.

[0014] In some possible implementations, a dust cover is also included, the dust cover being sized to fit the support groove, the dust cover being configured to embed the snap-fit ​​step and cover the opening of the feeding bowl.

[0015] In some possible implementations, the feeding bowl is made of metal and the support base is made of plastic.

[0016] In some possible implementations, the bottom of the support base is provided with an anti-slip layer.

[0017] The pet feeding device provided in this application features a feeding bowl whose inner diameter gradually expands outwards towards the opening. This outward expansion causes food to gather towards the center, reducing dead corners and facilitating licking by the pet. The outer diameter of the support base also gradually expands outwards away from the support groove, forming a pyramid-like structure. This increases the contact area between the support base and the ground, preventing the feeding bowl from tipping over due to pet collisions or stepping. Furthermore, the feeding bowl and support base interlock, fixing the bowl's position and preventing food from splashing during pet feeding, thus fulfilling the intended use of the feeding bowl. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding bowl of the pet feeding device in the embodiments of this application;

[0020] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Side view;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the support base of the pet feeding device in the embodiments of this application.

[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0023] 100. Feeding bowl; 101. Opening; 102. Edge; 103. Straight part; 104. Curved part;

[0024] 200. Support base; 201. Support groove; 202. Snap-fit ​​step; 203. Anti-slip part; 204. Notch.

[0025] The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art through reference to particular embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar components or components having the same or similar functions throughout. The described embodiments are some, but not all, embodiments of this application. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application. The embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, 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 application according to the specific circumstances.

[0028] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", etc., 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 element 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.

[0029] The terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented, for example, in a sequence other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0030] Furthermore, the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or that are inherent to such process, method, product, or apparatus.

[0031] As mentioned in the background section, most disposable food containers on the market currently use a cylindrical metal design. The cylindrical shape creates many hard-to-reach corners, making it difficult for pets like cats and dogs to lick the bottom edge of the can. This requires manual feeding with a spoon, which is time-consuming and laborious. Furthermore, canned food is typically placed directly on the ground for pets to eat. In multi-pet households or situations where pets are fighting over food, the cans are easily trampled and knocked over, causing food and liquid to spill and making cleaning difficult.

[0032] Based on the above description, one or more embodiments of this application provide a pet feeding device. The feeding bowl's inner diameter gradually expands outwards towards the opening, causing food to gather towards the center and reducing dead corners at the edges, making it easier for the pet to lick. The supporting base's outer diameter gradually expands outwards away from the support groove, forming a pyramid-like structure that increases the contact area between the supporting base and the ground, preventing the pet from bumping into or stepping on the feeding bowl and causing it to tip over. Furthermore, the feeding bowl and supporting base interlock, fixing the bowl's position and preventing food from splashing during the pet's eating process, thus meeting the feeding bowl's usage requirements.

[0033] The pet feeding device according to an embodiment of this application will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0034] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the pet feeding device in this embodiment includes a feeding bowl 100 and a support base 200. The feeding bowl 100 has an upward opening 101, and the inner diameter of the feeding bowl 100 gradually expands outward in the direction toward the opening 101. The support base 200 is provided with a support groove 201 for accommodating the feeding bowl 100, and the outer diameter of the support base 200 gradually expands outward in the direction away from the support groove 201. The feeding bowl 100 and the support groove 201 are engaged to form a circumferential rotation constraint of the feeding bowl 100 in the support groove 201.

[0035] As can be seen from the above description, the pet feeding device of this application embodiment features a separate design for the feeding bowl 100 and the support base 200 supporting the feeding bowl 100. After the food in the feeding bowl 100 is finished, there is no need to replace the support base 200, facilitating the individual cleaning and replacement of the feeding bowl 100. The outwardly flared feeding bowl 100 reduces dead corners, making it easier for the pet to lick the residue from the side walls of the feeding bowl 100. The outer diameter of the support base 200 gradually expands outward in the direction away from the support groove 201, forming a pyramid-like structure, increasing the contact area between the support base 200 and the ground, and preventing the pet from bumping into or stepping on the feeding bowl 100 and causing it to tip over. Furthermore, the feeding bowl 100 and the support base 200 are interlocked, fixing the position of the feeding bowl 100 and preventing food from splashing out during the pet's feeding process, thus meeting the usage requirements of the feeding bowl 100.

[0036] In this application embodiment, pets generally refer to animals such as cats and dogs kept by families. Of course, they can also be other animals that use the feeding bowl 100, such as rabbits, guinea pigs, etc.

[0037] In some embodiments, the feeding bowl 100 is a disposable item, and the feeding bowl 100 has an overhang 102 extending outward along its own edge, and the feeding bowl 100 is connected to a packaging layer covering the opening 101 through the overhang 102.

[0038] The aforementioned feeding bowl 100 can be made of disposable environmentally friendly materials, such as food-grade polypropylene, rice husks, and biodegradable polylactic acid. When the feeding bowl 100 contains a mixture of solid and liquid substances such as broth or meat juice, it can be made of metal to ensure the palatability of the food. The packaging layer can be made of disposable aluminum foil, disposable plastic film, or a metal lid, etc., and different materials can be flexibly selected according to actual needs. Of course, the food in the feeding bowl 100 can be granular dry food, wet food such as meat puree or broth, or semi-wet food such as freeze-dried rehydrated soft snacks; this application does not impose absolute limitations on this aspect.

[0039] The rim 102 of the feeding bowl 100 forms a closed ring around its own edge. On the one hand, it provides a connection base for the packaging layer to cover the opening 101. On the other hand, the ring-shaped rim 102 thickens the edge of the feeding bowl 100, improves the deformation resistance of the feeding bowl 100, and prevents the feeding bowl 100 from deforming due to the pet squeezing and fighting for food.

[0040] Depending on the materials used for the feeding bowl 100 and the packaging layer, the connection method between the edge 102 and the packaging layer can also be flexibly adjusted. For example, the edge 102 and the packaging layer can be sealed by heat pressing or bonded with pressure-sensitive adhesive. A "V"-shaped pull ring can be designed at the connection between the packaging layer and the edge 102 to facilitate the user to tear open the packaging layer.

[0041] With the above design, the food in the feeding bowl 100 can be used immediately after opening the lid, without the need to prepare other containers to transfer the food. After the pet finishes eating, there is no need to wash the feeding bowl 100. The next time you feed the pet, you can simply replace the feeding bowl 100 with a new one. This simplifies the feeding process and is suitable for various feeding scenarios.

[0042] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the feeding bowl 100 includes a flat portion 103 at the bottom and an arcuate portion 104 smoothly transitioning to the flat portion 103. The curvature of the arcuate portion 104 gradually decreases in the direction toward the opening 101. Thus, as the flat portion 103 extends toward the opening 101, the slope of the sidewall of the feeding bowl 100 gradually decreases, and food residue adhering to the sidewall gathers towards the area of ​​the flat portion 103 under the influence of gravity, reducing food residue residue on the sidewall.

[0043] Because the flat portion 103 and the arc portion 104 are smoothly connected, the design of the flat portion 103 increases the contact area between the feeding bowl 100 and the support base 200, making it easier for the bottom of the feeding bowl 100 to engage with the support groove 201 of the support base 200, ensuring the stability of the feeding bowl 100 on the support base 200. In addition, compared with a one-piece smooth arc-shaped bowl, the design of the flat portion 103 can reduce the overall depth of the feeding bowl 100. Combined with the outwardly flared opening 101 of the feeding bowl 100, it is friendly to short-nosed cat breeds such as Persian cats and Garfield cats, and short-nosed dog breeds such as French Bulldogs and Pugs. The shallower feeding bowl 100 makes it easier for short-nosed pets to eat.

[0044] In some embodiments, the support base 200 may be made of plastic. The support base 200 is reusable and does not need to be discarded along with the feeding bowl 100. Plastic is a low-cost material. When the support base 200 supports the feeding bowl 100, the weight of the feeding bowl 100 allows it to make more stable contact with the ground, increasing the friction between the support base 200 and the ground, thereby enhancing the anti-tipping performance of the support base 200.

[0045] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 As shown, the support base 200 has a locking step 202 at one end of the support groove 201 near the groove opening. The locking step 202 is in a ring shape around the circumference of the support groove 201 and is used to lock with the edge 102 so that the feeding bowl 100 and the support groove 201 are locked together.

[0046] The aforementioned snap-fit ​​step 202 is recessed relative to the opening of the support groove 201. When the feeding bowl 100 is placed in the support groove 201, it is supported in the support groove 201 by snapping the edge 102 of the feeding bowl 100 with the snap-fit ​​step 202. Since the snap-fit ​​step 202 is recessed relative to the opening of the support groove 201, the edge 102 is located below the opening of the support groove 201 or flush with the opening of the support groove 201 when it is snapped with the snap-fit ​​step 202. This design can effectively prevent the feeding bowl 100 from rotating due to the pet's paws or mouth.

[0047] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the support base 200 has a notch 204 extending radially, with the opening 101 of the notch 204 facing upwards, and the notch 204 connecting to the locking step 202. Generally, the notch 204 extends downwards to be below or flush with the end face of the locking step 202. The width of the notch 204 is 1-2 cm. By providing the notch 204, when the edge 102 of the feeding bowl 100 is engaged with the locking step 202, the user can pull out the edge 102 through the notch 204, thereby separating the feeding bowl 100 from the support base 200, making it convenient for the user to remove the feeding bowl 100.

[0048] It should be noted that the shape of the support groove 201 can be other than that of the feeding bowl 100, such as a vertically downward extending columnar groove or an integrally rounded semi-circular groove. The support groove 201 only needs to be able to accommodate the feeding bowl 100 and engage with the edge 102 of the feeding bowl 100. Preferably, the shape of the support groove 201 is adapted to the shape of the feeding bowl 100, that is, the support groove 201 also has a rounded portion 104 that matches the side wall of the feeding bowl 100 and a flat portion 103 that matches the bottom of the feeding bowl 100.

[0049] Based on this, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the sidewall or bottom of the support groove 201 is attached with an anti-slip part 203 for contacting the feeding bowl 100.

[0050] Furthermore, an anti-slip part 203 for contacting the bottom of the feeding bowl 100 is provided at the bottom of the support groove 201. The anti-slip part 203 is a silicone layer bonded to the support groove 201.

[0051] It can also be seen that in this embodiment of the application, by providing an anti-slip part 203 at the bottom of the support groove 201, the friction between the support groove 201 and the feeding bowl 100 is enhanced. When the pet paws at or steps on the feeding bowl 100, the feeding bowl 100 cannot rotate around its own axis. The overlapping edge 102, the snap-fit ​​step 202, the anti-slip part 203 and the feeding bowl 100 work together to enhance the fixing effect of the feeding bowl 100 in the support groove 201.

[0052] As an alternative implementation, the side wall of the feeding bowl 100 is also provided with an anti-slip part for contacting the support groove 201. Besides using a silicone layer, the anti-slip part 201 can also use other components that increase friction; this is not absolutely limited in this embodiment. The anti-slip part 201 should be located at the position where the feeding bowl 100 and the support groove 201 directly contact each other; it can be the side wall of the feeding bowl 100 or the bottom of the support groove 201.

[0053] In some embodiments, an anti-slip part is also provided on the snap-fit ​​step 202. The anti-slip part may be a silicone layer directly bonded to the snap-fit ​​step 202, or other components that increase friction. This application embodiment does not make an absolute limitation on this.

[0054] The step 202 is provided with an anti-slip part, which can increase the friction between the support base 200 and the edge 102 of the feeding bowl 100, thereby further preventing the feeding bowl 100 from rotating on the support base 100 and preventing the rotation of the feeding bowl 100 from affecting the pet's eating.

[0055] In some embodiments, the pet feeding device further includes a dust cover, the size of which is adapted to the setting of the support groove 201, and the dust cover is configured to embed the snap-fit ​​step 202 and cover the opening 101 of the feeding bowl 100.

[0056] The dust cover can be made of food-grade silicone. The upper end of the dust cover can be equipped with a handle or pull ring for easy operation by the user. The lower end of the dust cover is fastened to the snap-fit ​​step 202, sealing the feeding bowl 100 located on the support base 200. When the food in the feeding bowl 100 is not finished at one time, the feeding bowl 100 can be temporarily closed by the dust cover to prevent the food in the feeding bowl 100 from catching dust or flying insects, which helps to keep the food in the feeding bowl 100 clean.

[0057] In this embodiment, the bottom of the support base 200 is provided with an anti-slip layer. The anti-slip layer under the support base 200 can be made of silicone, rubber, or thermoplastic elastomer, etc. The anti-slip layer can be directly adhered to the bottom of the support base 200. On the one hand, the anti-slip layer can enhance the friction between the support base 200 and the ground, preventing pets from pushing the support base 200 and causing it to slide and spill food. On the other hand, for wooden or tile floors, the anti-slip layer can prevent the support base 200 from directly contacting the ground and scratching the floor, ensuring the appearance of the floor tile surface.

[0058] Other embodiments of this application will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the utility models disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this application that follow the general principles of this application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this application are indicated by the following claims.

[0059] It should be understood that this application is not limited to the precise structure described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this application is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A pet feeding device, characterized by, include: A feeding bowl (100) having an upward opening (101) and the inner diameter of the feeding bowl (100) gradually expanding outward in the direction toward the opening (101); The support base (200) is provided with a support groove (201) for accommodating the feeding bowl (100). The outer diameter of the support base (200) gradually expands outward in a direction away from the support groove (201). The feeding bowl (100) and the support groove (201) are engaged to form a circumferential rotation constraint of the feeding bowl (100) in the support groove (201).

2. The pet feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding bowl (100) has an overhang (102) extending outward along its own edge, and the feeding bowl (100) is connected to a packaging layer covering the opening (101) via the overhang (102).

3. The pet feeding device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support groove (201) has a snap-fit ​​step (202) at one end near the groove opening. The snap-fit ​​step (202) is annular around the circumference of the support groove (201) and is used to snap with the edge (102).

4. The pet feeding device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The support base (200) has a notch (204) extending in the radial direction, the opening (101) of the notch (204) is set upward, and the notch (204) is connected to the snap-fit ​​step (202).

5. The pet feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding bowl (100) includes a flat portion (103) at the bottom and an arc portion (104) that is smoothly connected to the flat portion (103), the arc portion (104) having a gradually decreasing curvature in the direction toward the opening (101).

6. The pet feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sidewall or bottom of the support groove (201) is attached with an anti-slip part (203) for contacting the feeding bowl (100).

7. The pet feeding device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The anti-slip part (203) is a silicone layer.

8. The pet feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, It also includes a dust cover, the size of which is adapted to the setting of the support groove (201), the dust cover being configured to embed the snap step (202) and cover the opening (101) of the feeding bowl (100).

9. The pet feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The feeding bowl (100) is made of metal, and the support base (200) is made of plastic.

10. The pet feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The bottom of the support base (200) is provided with an anti-slip layer.

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