Dog harness

Abstract

Dog harness (1) with a back element (2) which is covered with a fabric cover (2b) on the side opposite the dog's body, the back element (2) being covered with a lining (2c) on the side facing the dog's body, the dog harness (1) further comprising a chest strap (6), a strap under the rib cage (7) and a handle (10), the back element (2) being further delimited by a border element (12), the chest strap (7) is guided under the ribcage of the animal and is detachably connected to the back element (2) on both sides of the axial line (3) at least on one side by a connecting element (8), wherein the chest strap (6) is guided through the sternum of the animal, and the back element (2) is provided on each side of the axial line (3) with a covering element (9) which is formed in continuation of the line of the chest strap (6) and partially covers the back element (2), wherein between the chest strap (6) and the covering elements (9) there are seam strips (6a) for fastening the covering elements (9) to the back element (2), and a handle (10) is fastened on each side of the axial line (3) in a respective fastening strip (11) to the back element (2), wherein the handle (10) protrudes from the vertex plane (4), is curved and uninterrupted and has a bulge tip on the axial line (3) (10b),and wherein the handle (10) forms with the covering elements (9) at an alpha angle (α) between 100 and 165 degrees on either side of the axis line (3) from the direction of the chest strap (6), , characterized by wherein the handle (10) extends through a leash fastening element (5) and the leash fastening element (5) slides freely on the handle (10) between the fastening strips (11).

Description

[0001] The subject of the utility model application is a dog harness, primarily for dogs, but also for other four-legged pets. Thanks to the shape of its handle on the back element, the city dog ​​harness is very handy and allows for quick access from all directions, ensuring easy access in emergency situations in city traffic.

[0002] The evolution of animal harnesses is best illustrated by the evolution of dog equipment, as dogs are the socialized animals most closely connected to humans. Animal harnesses have been developed and used for thousands of years to pull loads. Similar to draft animals, dogs have been used for millennia to pull and carry various loads to assist humans. For this purpose, dogs were fitted with harnesses that were designed in various ways, similar to horse harnesses. Depending on their construction, harnesses can be divided into neck harnesses, rope harnesses (chest harnesses), or collar harnesses. The activities of the Scythian, Hunnic, and Hungarian horsemen played a major role in the development of harnesses.During their cross-continental conquests, they could only rely on draft animals for transport, so it was crucial to improve the efficiency of their equipment. Native Americans living in cold climates also made a valuable contribution to the development of dog harnesses. Up until the First World War, the focus in the development of animal harnesses was on optimizing pulling power. The dog's excellent sense of direction was supported by the advantages of modern technology. Their increased use is also reflected in the optimization of equipment and its testing in new areas. During the First World War, dogs used for courier services were also equipped with clothing that allowed them to carry the largest possible objects on their bodies.After the end of the First World War, guide dogs equipped with special harnesses were deployed to assist visually impaired people. Even today, guide dogs remain an excellent example of the highest level of human-canine cooperation. For example, a guide dog is used to assist a visually impaired person in traffic.

[0003] The harnesses used for guide dogs are usually chest harnesses to facilitate handling. To this day, the handle on the harness remains important, serving as a holding element for the person being guided. These were the first developments in which additional parts were attached that extended beyond the dog harness. The direction of the bulge in these parts was toward the person being guided, i.e., opposite the direction of travel. This made them suitable for holding and guiding the visually impaired person. The primary application of these harnesses was already in the city.

[0004] The development of dog harnesses in the 20th century was strongly influenced by the relationship between dogs and humans and the social acceptance of dogs.

[0005] With the development of dog ownership culture, keeping dogs in cities and for recreational purposes became a generally accepted mass phenomenon in the last third of the 20th century. At this time, for example, the previous interdependence between sled dogs and humans was replaced by a strong emotional bond between humans and dogs.

[0006] The stronger bond with dogs led people to want to spend more time with them. Therefore, a range of new dog equipment was needed.

[0007] The various leash and collar variations have become indispensable accessories in everyday life. The increasingly fast-paced, fashion-driven urban life shaped their appearance. The use of dog harnesses became common at the end of the 20th century. In more and more countries, it was stipulated that a dog harness or a specific type of dog harness (e.g., the German Kenndecke) must be used when training and working with service dogs. Initially, the harnesses used did not meet the demands of urban hobby dog ​​owners in terms of either their aesthetics or usability. For everyday dog ​​owners, a collar was the preferred method. The size adjustment and fitting of the dog harnesses previously available for street use were too complicated, and explanatory materials explaining the correct adjustment and use of the harnesses were completely lacking on the market.It can be said that until the end of the 20th century, dog harnesses were neither particularly aesthetically pleasing nor offered a practical solution for hobby dog ​​owners, so they did not become widespread.

[0008] For dog harnesses to become widely used, they needed to combine an eye-catching design with practical, everyday features suitable for urban traffic. This was achieved in the last years of the 20th century with the introduction of a saddle-handle harness, the so-called "power harness." It featured a striking, reflective saddle section, a Velcro-adjustable chest strap, and Velcro-attached saddle-mounted labels for attaching custom text. It was the first time that harnesses also featured a precision-machined, mass-produced handle, significantly improving both their appearance and their durability.

[0009] The stable and secure design of the chest harness with saddle section also made everyday dog ​​owners aware of the basic purpose and function of the dog harness. A dog harness is ideal for leading, holding, and possibly lifting the dog and is more comfortable than a collar. In the first two decades of the 21st century, users also became more aware that different types of harnesses are ideal for different activities due to their specific design.

[0010] The majority of family dogs are city dwellers. In addition to their short daily walks, their lives are usually enriched by a long weekend trip. For both activities, just as the dog owner chooses between their street shoes and casual or hiking boots, it's important to choose an appropriately designed dog harness.

[0011] The Y-shaped dog harness is the successor to the earlier harnesses, which were optimized for pulling loads. This type of harness is now the ideal accessory for hiking and running. For everyday urban life, however, a more robust chest harness that also functions as a high-visibility safety vest and is easy and quick to put on is ideal. This harness is also better suited for attaching accessories that help the dog move safely. When evaluating city harnesses, the main thing to consider is how well they can support the dog's overall ability to stop, restrain, negotiate stairs or other ground obstacles, and maintain good visibility. If the dog is older, has mobility or sensitivity problems, or even mental health issues, the stimulating city life can be stressful.One of the areas in which the chest harness with saddle section was tested between 2009 and 2019 was walking dogs undergoing rehabilitation at animal shelters. Experience has shown that the robustness of the chest harness, with its chest strap close to the chest and the saddle section close to the body, can provide mental support for dogs that are unsure of their movements. The animal subconsciously associates the feeling of wearing the saddle-like part close to their body with the supportive presence of the dog owner. Particularly important is the handle of the harness, which can be easily attached to the saddle and allows the handler to easily hold the dog next to them to avoid unsafe situations. This way, the dog is spared stress or the level of stress can be adjusted to the dog's tolerance.In addition, the use of harnesses with handles has become more popular for dogs kept in urban areas. The rigidity and curvature of the harness handle can also be crucial in emergency situations where stopping and controlling the dog is paramount. A leash attachment element in the harness handle can also provide additional comfort for both dog and handler.

[0012] The harness handle, which revolutionized the state of the art, is reminiscent of the solution of the Hungarian utility model registered under no. 3691. The innovation of this development lies in the handle's elastic band closure. The handle can get caught in vegetation if the dog is released, for example while running. Therefore, the idea serves to ensure the dog's safety by not only fixing the handle, which is prone to entanglement, in a flat position but also partially covering it. However, exercising a dog in the city primarily involves walking on a leash and playing at dog parks. In the former case, it is good if the handle is always within reach. At the dog park, it is useful to be able to remove the harness from the dog in a single movement. Therefore, the closing of the handle is secondary to harnesses for the city.A much more important aspect is that the handle is optimally suited for grasping and holding the dog by our side. The utility model does not offer a solution for a continuous, uncovered surface design for most of the back element, which would allow for a coherent display of graphic elements, lettering, or colors. The prior art also does not offer a solution for the leash attachment element, which is mounted in the handle and can move freely to make leash handling more comfortable.

[0013] The European sample 003851013-0001 shows a handle that is ergonomically perfectly matched to the harness, intended for professional use by law enforcement officers. However, the handle does not protrude from the apex of the harness at the correct angle to allow the user to grasp it in emergency situations. The handle is not attached to the back panel as a continuation of the line of the chest strap, leaving only a narrow surface for sudden grasping. The handle of the dog harness depicted in the design draft does not allow for unobstructed movement of the leash attachment element, and the back panel does not offer a large surface for displaying graphic elements.

[0014] Utility model U1100198 shows a dog harness with a cover plate, a saddle part covered with a cover sheet, a central part, and two side parts connected to the harness by a chest strap. The two side parts are connected by a chest strap at the level of the harness. Furthermore, it has a back strap attached directly to the cover plate and crossing the straps of the harness, and at least one lining material for the saddle part. The cover plate is composed of at least two parts connected to one another in the connecting strap part. During development, the cover plate of the cover part or the back element is not continuous, i.e., not made of a single material, is not seamless, and the back strap also crosses the back element. The utility model does not offer a solution for the meaningful representation of graphic elements.The development also does not address the issue of the leash attachment element, which can move freely in the handle.

[0015] One of the objectives of this development is to create a dog harness that the dog feels as little as possible when walking on a leash. The goal is to make walking more comfortable by using an adaptive leash attachment element when the dog zigzags between the left and right sides of the handler. Another objective is to create an uncovered area on the back of the dog harness where graphics, lettering, or, for example, highly visible colors can be placed in the largest possible size. To achieve this, a large back element should be attached to the dog harness below and / or above the essential fastening straps and belts.

[0016] The aim of the development is to create a harness handle that is ideal for use in city traffic, that can hold the dog in unexpected situations, but that also allows the leash attachment element on the handle to be moved freely, depending on which side the dog is moving in relation to the handler. An important aspect is the direction of the handle's curvature. This should ideally be curved backwards, towards the handler, and extend beyond the crown plane of the harness. The shape and design of the handle should be break-proof and curved, allowing for sudden grasping from all directions. When walking on a leash, the handle design must allow the leash attachment element to move freely from one side of the axis line to the other between the two attachment strips.

[0017] Depending on the size of the harness, the fastening strips should be placed 11-19 cm apart on either side of the centerline. This ensures that the leash fastening element, which runs freely in the handle, moves at the optimal width when walking, preventing the harness from rotating and rubbing against the dog's body. It is important that the handle is stable and dimensionally stable so that the ring can move freely from one side of the centerline to the other, even when the leash is pulled taut in the handle. Another development goal is to maximize the seamless, break-free, and joint-free surface design of the back element, which allows graphic elements to be displayed on the fabric cover of the back element in a larger format than before. This fabric-continuous part of the back element is the area on either side of the centerline, bordered by the two cover elements and the covering element.

[0018] The fastening strips should run through the handle, the fabric cover, the lining and / or the cover element, as they must withstand several times the weight of the dog when led on the leash without tearing or damage.

[0019] The existing development tasks are solved by the construction mentioned in the sample.

[0020] The subject of this utility model is a dog harness comprising a back element, a chest strap, a strap under the chest, and a handle. The back element is bordered by a border element and has a vertex plane that runs along the axis of the dog's spine and is flush with the animal's back.

[0021] The under-thoracic strap passes under the animal's ribcage and is attached to the back element on both sides of the axial line, with at least one side being removable by means of a leash connecting element.

[0022] The chest strap, which runs along the animal's sternum, is attached to the back element by a seam strip on each side of the axial line.

[0023] A cover element is attached to the back element on either side of the center line, continuing the line of the chest strap. The cover elements are separated from the chest strap by the seam strips. The cover elements cover the back element in a continuation of the chest strap. The back element is covered with a fabric cover on the side facing the dog's back, while the back element is lined with fabric on the side facing the dog's body.

[0024] In a preferred embodiment, the cover elements on the side facing away from the chest strap are guided under the border element that hugs the back element and are jointly attached to the back element. A border element is a hem band or an inner seam that defines the outline of the back element.

[0025] The back element features a handle that extends along both sides of the spine toward the covering elements and is attached to the back element with a fastening strip. The handle consists of a stem section and a covered section on each side of the spine. The handle is curved above the vertex plane, with the point farthest from the vertex plane being the tip of the bulge, which is located at a distance of at least 3 cm from the vertex plane.

[0026] The covered parts are connected to the handle parts in a continuous fabric beneath the cover elements. The covered parts, covered by the cover elements, are located between the back element and the cover elements. It is best if the fastening strips are located on the covered parts. The handle is attached through the covered parts or to the continuous fabric part using the fastening strips on the back element. The handle protrudes from the continuous fabric part, and there is a sufficiently large gap between the handle and the continuous fabric part for the hand that grasps the handle.

[0027] The stem parts form an alpha angle of 100-160 degrees with the cover elements from the direction of the chest strap along the axis line.

[0028] The purpose of this development is to ensure that the handle has a smooth, uninterrupted line, with unhindered movement of the leash fastener on the stem part between the two fastening strips and a limitation of the width of the movement between the two fastening strips on either side of the axis line.

[0029] The back panel has a continuous fabric section bordered on both sides of the centerline by cover and border elements. At least 90% of the fabric covering area of ​​the continuous fabric section is free of seams or other surface irregularities and is not obscured by any parts, allowing the graphic elements on the back panel to be visible and meaningful. At least 90% of the fabric covering of the continuous fabric section is uncovered. The back panel on the dog's back is lined, and air flow control strips ensure good air circulation and prevent the back panel from wrinkling during use. The air flow control strips run parallel to the spine and centerline or form an angle of no more than 30 degrees.In the best case, the air-conducting strips are seams that run either partially or completely through the lining, but do not touch the fabric covering of the back element.

[0030] The leash connector is a ring with an inner diameter of at least 25 mm. The minimum distance between the two fastening strips on the fabric cover is 11 cm and the maximum distance is 19 cm, which is ideal for the hand and keeps the movement of the leash fastener easily controllable when attaching the leash.

[0031] An example of a preferred embodiment of the dog harness according to the utility model is presented in detail in the following figures: Fig. 1: Side view of the dog harness with the handle attached to the back element and the free-running leash attachment element Fig. 2: View of the dog harness from above with the fabric-continuous part of the back element, which is bordered by the two cover elements and the border element Fig. 3: Section AA in Fig. shows the internal structure of the back element, the fabric cover, the lining and the air guide strips

[0032] Fig. shows the dog harness from the side. The 1 dog harness for the city consists of a 2 back element, 6 chest strap, 7 strap under the ribcage, and a 10 handle. The 6 chest strap is attached to the 2 back element between the animal's two shoulders along the sternum and is connected to the 9 cover element by the 6a seam strip. The 2 back element is surrounded by a 13 border element.

[0033] On the 2nd back element, the 9th cover element is located as a continuation of the 6th chest strap, separated from the 6th chest strap by the 6a seam strip. The 9th cover element is passed under the 13th border element at the edge of the 2nd back element furthest from the 6th chest strap and is attached to the 2nd back element together with the 13th border element. The 2nd back element has a 2a continuous fabric section that is bordered by the 9th cover element and the 12th border element. Below the 9th cover element, there is an overhang of the 2nd back element that extends towards the 8th connecting element 2e.

[0034] The 7 belt under the ribcage is guided under the chest of the animal and is detachably connected to the 2 back element by the 8 connecting element.

[0035] The 10 handle protrudes from the 2 back element beyond the 4 apex plane, with the point furthest from the 4 apex plane being the 10b bulge tip. The 10c covered part shown in the bulge is located, in a suitable configuration, below the 9 cover element, between the 2 back element and the 9 cover element, and is attached to the 2 back element by the 11 fastening strip. The 10a stem part is formed from the 10c covered part in a continuous fabric and ends above the 4 apex plane. A 5 line fastening element is attached to the 10a stem part, which is enclosed by the 11 fastening strips and is freely movable. The 5 line connecting element is ideally a ring with an inner diameter of at least 25 mm.

[0036] The 10a stem part forms an α-angle of 95-130 degrees with the 9 cover element from the direction of the 6 chest strap. Fig. In the embodiment shown, the 11 fastening strip is also attached to the 2a fabric-continuous part of the 2 back element, preferably by sewing, inside or outside the 9 cover element.

[0037] Fig. shows the 1st dog harness from above. The 2nd back element of the 1st dog harness is divided into two equal parts by the 3rd axis line. The 6th chest strap is attached to the 2nd back element by a 6a seam strip on each side of the 3rd axis line. On the 2nd back element, there is a 9th cover element on each side of the 3rd axis line as a continuation of the 6th chest strap. The 9th cover elements are designed as a continuous fabric with the 6th chest strap, and from the 6a seam strip onwards, the 2nd back element is covered in the continuation of the 6th chest strap and passed under the 12th border element at the furthest point from the 6th chest strap.

[0038] The 10 handle spans the top of the 2 back element. A 10a handle section is located on either side of the 3 axis line. The 10b bulge tip of the 10a handle section is located on the 3 axis line. The 5 line attachment element can be freely moved between the 11 attachment strips on either side of the 3 axis line.

[0039] The 2a fabric-continuous part of the 2 back element is enclosed by the 9 cover elements and the 12 border element.

[0040] In Fig.Section A_A of the second back element shows the internal structure of the back element in a cost-effective design. The second back element is enclosed by a 12 border element and is covered with a 2b fabric cover on the side opposite the dog's back. Beneath the 2b fabric cover, bordered by the 12 border element, is the 2c lining. The 2c lining has 2d air-conducting strips, which are conveniently sewn and do not touch the 2b fabric cover. The second back element has a 2e overhang of the back element under the 9 cover elements and in the direction of the 12 border element.

[0041] Thanks to the attachment method on the second back element, the pattern-accurate design of the 10-handle of the 1-dog harness is ideally handy and can be grasped from all directions. The position of the 10-handle of the 1-dog harness is crucial in relation to the 4-parietal plane, as it allows the handler to hold the dog stable even when grasping. The fact that the 10-handle sections run alongside the second back element creates space for lateral grasping. List of reference numbers 1 dog harness 2 back element 2a material-continuous part 2b fabric cover 2c feed 2d air strip 2e Overhang of the back element 3. Axis line 4. Apex level 5. Line fastening element 6. Chest strap 6a seam strip 7. Belt under the rib cage 8. Connection element 9. Cover element 10. Handle 10a Stem part 10b bulge tip 10c covered part 11. Fastening strips 12. Border element

Claims

[1] Dog harness (1) with a back element (2) which is covered with a fabric cover (2b) on the side opposite the dog's body, the back element (2) being covered with a lining (2c) on the side facing the dog's body, the dog harness (1) further comprising a chest strap (6), a strap under the chest (7) and a handle (10), the back element (2) being further delimited by a border element (12), the chest strap (7) is guided under the ribcage of the animal and is detachably connected to the back element (2) on both sides of the axial line (3) at least on one side by a connecting element (8), wherein the chest strap (6) is guided through the sternum of the animal, and the back element (2) is provided on each side of the axial line (3) with a covering element (9) which is formed in continuation of the line of the chest strap (6) and partially covers the back element (2), wherein between the chest strap (6) and the covering elements (9) there are seam strips (6a) for fastening the covering elements (9) to the back element (2), and a handle (10) is fastened on each side of the axial line (3) in a respective fastening strip (11) to the back element (2), wherein the handle (10) protrudes from the vertex plane (4), is curved and uninterrupted and has a bulge tip on the axial line (3) (10b),and wherein the handle (10) with the covering elements (9) forms an alpha angle (α) between 100 and 165 degrees on either side of the axis line (3) from the direction of the chest strap (6), characterized by , wherein the handle (10) extends through a leash fastening element (5) and the leash fastening element (5) slides freely on the handle (10) between the fastening strips (11). [2] Dog harness according to claim 1, characterized by that the fabric cover (2b) of the back element (2) forms a fabric-continuous part (2a) which is delimited on both sides of the axis line (3) by the covering element (9) and the border element (12). [3] Dog harness according to claim 1 or claim 2, characterized by that at least 90% of the area of ​​the fabric-continuous part (2a) is uncovered, free from coverings and free from seams. [4] Dog harness according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized bythat the inner lining (2c) of the back element (2) has air-guiding strips (2d) in the same direction as and / or at an angle of less than 30 degrees to the axis line (3), which are arranged symmetrically on both sides of the axis line (3). [5] Dog harness according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized by that the line connecting element (5) is a ring with an inner diameter of at least 25 mm [6] Dog harness according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized by that there is a minimum distance of 11 cm and a maximum distance of 19 cm, measured on the fabric cover (2b), between the two fastening strips (11) for attaching the handle (10).

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