Device for applying a static and / or pulsating magnetic field to an animal

Abstract

Device (1) for applying a static and / or pulsating magnetic field to an animal, in particular a dog or a cat, comprising at least a body (2) for receiving food and / or a food and / or drinking vessel, at least one magnetic field unit (30) provided in or on the body (2) for generating a static and / or pulsating magnetic field, a power supply device (6) for supplying the magnetic field unit (30) with electrical energy, and a control and evaluation unit (SR) connected to the magnetic field unit (30), wherein the control and evaluation unit (SR) is provided and configured to control the magnetic field unit (30) in such a way that at least one predetermined magnetic field application program is executed during use of the body (2) by the animal.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a device for applying a static and / or pulsating magnetic field to an animal, in particular a dog or a cat.

[0002] For pets, there is a practical need to easily integrate supportive physical therapies into everyday life. While magnetic field or PEMF applications are known from current technology, such solutions often require the animal to be placed on a separate therapy device and remain there quietly for a certain period of time. This can lead to acceptance problems, especially with restless, young, anxious, or pain-sensitive animals, and can make regular application difficult.

[0003] Furthermore, the use of separate therapy devices can cause additional organizational effort for the pet owner in their daily routine. Additionally, the repeatability of the application conditions can be impaired if the animal's position relative to the magnetic field unit varies significantly from application to application.

[0004] Based on this, it is an object of the present invention to provide a device for applying a static and / or pulsating magnetic field to an animal, in particular a dog or a cat, which enables a technical realization of a regular and easily executable magnetic field application in everyday life and promotes a reproducible spatial assignment between animal and magnetic field unit.

[0005] This problem is solved by a device according to the features of independent claim 1. The dependent claims relate to particularly advantageous embodiments of the invention.

[0006] According to one aspect, the present invention relates to a device for applying a static and / or pulsating magnetic field to an animal, in particular a dog or a cat. The device comprises a body for receiving food and / or a food and / or drinking vessel, at least one magnetic field unit provided in or on the body for generating a static and / or pulsating magnetic field, a power supply unit for supplying the magnetic field unit with electrical energy, and a control and evaluation unit connected to the magnetic field unit. The control and evaluation unit is designed and configured to control the magnetic field unit in such a way that at least one predetermined magnetic field application program is executed while the animal is using the body.

[0007] This links the magnetic field application to a recurring everyday usage situation, namely the animal's feeding and / or drinking area. The device's body thus serves not merely as a carrier for technical components, but also as a functional usage area in which the animal, during intended use, is in a largely predictable spatial relationship to the magnetic field unit.

[0008] According to an advantageous embodiment, the body can be designed as a mat, plate, bowl base, or bowl holder and may have a food and / or water bowl that is either detachably or permanently connected to the body, or is designed to receive such a bowl. Furthermore, the food and / or water bowl can be designed to be inserted into a corresponding receptacle in the body, so that it can be detachably connected to the body. Alternatively, the food and / or water bowl can be designed as an integral part of the body and thus permanently connected to it. By inserting the food and / or water bowl into the receptacle in a form-fitting, force-fit, and / or positional manner, a defined relative position between the food and / or water bowl and the magnetic field unit provided in or on the body can be achieved.This ensures that the animal is in a reproducible spatial position relative to the magnetic field unit during food and / or fluid intake.

[0009] This design variant offers several technical advantages. First, the defined placement of the food and / or water bowl on the animal's body creates a consistently comparable usage situation, because the animal is typically positioned in a similar standing and / or head position relative to its body, and thus relative to the magnetic field unit, when eating or drinking. This promotes a reproducible effect of the static and / or pulsating magnetic field on the targeted body regions of the animal, particularly the forelegs, shoulders, chest, and / or neck. Second, the removable or fixed integration of the food and / or water bowl allows for functional modularity while maintaining a consistent magnetic field platform.The food and / or water bowl can be designed as an interchangeable and / or easy-to-clean element, while the magnetic field unit, the control unit, and any other electrical components remain in the rest of the device and can continue to be used unchanged. This simplifies everyday handling, particularly with regard to cleaning, replacement, and hygienic preparation, without impairing the magnetic field function of the device. Thirdly, the defined relative position of the food and / or water bowl and the device allows for a targeted arrangement of the magnetic field unit within the device, so that the generated magnetic field is preferably coupled into a predetermined area of ​​influence relative to the animal during intended use. This improves the effectiveness and reproducibility of the magnetic field application.

[0010] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the body can be designed, at least in part, as a floor mat, with at least one standing area for the animal being provided in the section of the body designed as a floor mat. In particular, the standing area can be brought into contact with the animal's feet or paws during the intended use of the device, with the at least one magnetic field unit being provided at least in the standing area of ​​the body or being spatially associated with it. Advantageously, the section designed as a floor mat is designed as a flat, non-slip surface that defines a standing zone, for example, by its dimensions, surface structure, markings, and / or geometric boundaries.According to a further advantageous embodiment, the at least one magnetic field unit can be arranged zonally or over a surface within or on the body, particularly in the standing area. In other words, the magnetic field unit can be integrated over a surface or zonally within the standing area, for example, in or under a top layer of the mat material, or arranged below the standing area, so that when the animal places its paws in the standing area as intended, a reproducible spatial orientation of the animal relative to the magnetic field unit is achieved. This advantageously enables repeatable positioning of the animal because the standing area serves as a defined zone of influence, and the animal typically remains in a comparable standing position during intended use.This allows the static and / or pulsating magnetic field generated by the magnetic field unit to act on predetermined areas of the animal's body under similar geometric conditions across multiple uses. This improves the reproducibility of the magnetic field application and reduces variations caused by changes in the animal's standing position. Furthermore, positioning the magnetic field unit near the animal's standing area allows for application close to the feeding area, eliminating the need for a separate applicator and requiring no additional handling by the handler. This improves everyday usability and promotes regular, integrated use of the device within the usual routine.It is also possible for several standing areas to be formed on the body, whereby each of the several standing areas is advantageously assigned at least one magnetic field unit.

[0011] According to a further advantageous embodiment, at least one magnetic field unit may comprise at least one coil unit for generating a pulsating electromagnetic field and / or be configured as a coil unit. In particular, the magnetic field unit may include at least one electrically actuated coil arranged in or on the body of the device. Alternatively or additionally, the magnetic field unit may be configured to generate a static magnetic field, in particular using at least one permanent magnet and / or a corresponding magnet arrangement. Likewise, the device may comprise at least one magnetic field unit configured as a coil unit for generating a pulsating electromagnetic field, as well as at least one magnetic field unit configured for generating a static magnetic field.This allows for a structurally flexible design of the device, in which the magnetic field unit can be configured, depending on the embodiment, to provide a pulsating electromagnetic field, a static magnetic field, or a combination thereof. The respective magnetic field unit can be integrated into the body, held to it, and / or at least partially enclosed by it, thus providing a design that is protected against external influences and suitable for use at feeding stations.

[0012] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the control and evaluation unit can be designed and configured to set and / or regulate at least one application parameter of the magnetic field unit, in particular a frequency, a field strength, a pulse duration, a duty cycle, a program duration, and / or a program sequence. For this purpose, the control and evaluation unit can interact with the magnetic field unit in such a way that the static and / or pulsating magnetic field generated by the magnetic field unit is provided depending on predefinable and / or stored operating parameters. Furthermore, the control and evaluation unit can manage different magnetic field application programs and select, start, monitor, modify, and / or terminate one or more of these magnetic field application programs.It can also be provided that the setting and / or control of at least one application parameter is dependent on a predetermined program setting, a detected usage situation of the device, and / or a temporal sequence. This enables a technically defined and reproducible magnetic field application in which the generation of the magnetic field can be adapted to predefined operating conditions and carried out in a controlled manner. At the same time, the setting and / or control function of the control and evaluation unit allows for flexible adaptation of the device to different embodiments and usage requirements without having to change the basic structural configuration of the device.

[0013] According to a further advantageous embodiment, at least one sensor device can be provided for detecting the intended use of the device, wherein the control and evaluation unit is designed and configured to activate, deactivate, and / or adjust the magnetic field unit depending on usage information detected by the sensor device. Advantageously, the at least one sensor device is provided or arranged in at least one standing area of ​​the body. If several standing areas are formed, each standing area advantageously has at least one sensor device.The sensor device can be configured, in particular, to detect the presence of an animal in the vicinity of the device, the animal's approach to the device, a load on the device's base, the positioning of a food and / or water container, and / or a feeding and / or drinking process in progress. Depending on the usage information provided by the sensor device, the control and evaluation unit can activate the magnetic field unit, in particular, only during detected intended use of the device, deactivate it after use has ceased, and / or adapt it to changing usage conditions during operation.

[0014] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the at least one sensor device may comprise, or be configured as, a pressure sensor, a capacitive sensor, a proximity sensor, an RFID reader, and / or a weight or load sensor. The pressure sensor and / or the weight or load sensor may, in particular, be designed to detect the weight exerted on a standing area of ​​the animal's body by the animal. The capacitive sensor and / or the proximity sensor may, in particular, be designed to detect the animal's approach and / or presence in the vicinity of the device. The RFID reader may, in particular, be designed to detect an RFID element interacting with a food and / or water container and / or with the animal in order to recognize the intended use of the device.This enables a structurally flexible design of the sensor device that can be adapted to different operating conditions.

[0015] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the control and evaluation unit can be designed and configured to provide different magnetic field application programs, in particular programs with different frequencies, field strengths, pulse characteristics, program durations, and / or temporal sequences. The control and evaluation unit can be specifically configured to store, manage, and select multiple predefined magnetic field application programs for execution. These magnetic field application programs can differ with respect to one or more application parameters, in particular with respect to frequency, field strength, pulse duration, duty cycle, total duration, temporal profile, and / or the sequence of individual program sections.Furthermore, it can be provided that the magnetic field application programs are assigned to different usage situations, times of day, application profiles, and / or predefined operating states of the device. This enables a flexible and technically defined design of the device, in which different magnetic field profiles can be provided depending on the intended application, without requiring any changes to the basic structural configuration of the device. At the same time, this facilitates the reproducible execution of recurring magnetic field applications, because predetermined program sequences can be provided and executed repeatedly by the control and evaluation unit.

[0016] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the body can be provided with a hygienic covering layer under which the magnetic field unit is located. The covering layer can be, in particular, water-repellent, removable, and / or cleanable.

[0017] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the control and evaluation unit may be connected to or include a data communication module for wireless data transmission. This data communication module may be designed, in particular, for wireless communication with an external device and / or an external evaluation unit. Furthermore, the data communication module may be configured to transmit operating data, usage data, program data, and / or status data of the device. It may also be provided that data for configuring, selecting, and / or specifying a magnetic field application program can be received via the data communication module. For this purpose, the data communication module may be designed, in particular, according to a Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy, WLAN, and / or comparable wireless standard.Connecting the control and evaluation unit to the data communication module enables wireless integration of the device into a higher-level data and / or evaluation environment. This allows operating states and program information of the device to be provided, documented, and / or further processed in a user-friendly manner, without requiring a wired interface on the device itself for its intended operation.

[0018] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the control and evaluation unit can be designed and configured to wirelessly transmit operating data, usage data, program data, and / or status data of the device via the data communication module. Operating data may include, in particular, data on the current or past operating state of the device, the activation and / or deactivation of the magnetic field unit, executed magnetic field application programs, and / or configured application parameters. Usage data may relate, in particular, to the times, duration, and / or frequency of the intended use of the device.Program data can include, in particular, information on selected, executed, and / or saved magnetic field application programs, while status data can relate, in particular, to the charge level of a power supply unit, the connection status of the data communication module, the functional state of the magnetic field unit, and / or a general device status. Wireless transmission of this data enables user-friendly provision of information about the operation and use of the device. At the same time, this facilitates external documentation, display, and / or evaluation of this data without requiring a separate wired data connection at the device itself for its intended operation.

[0019] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the control and evaluation unit can be designed and configured to receive control data transmitted wirelessly via the data communication module and, depending on this data, to select, start, modify, and / or terminate at least one magnetic field application program. The control data can include, in particular, selection information for a specific magnetic field application program, specifications for starting or ending a program, modification data for a running or subsequent program sequence, and / or specifications for at least one application parameter. Furthermore, the control and evaluation unit can process the received control data and derive corresponding control information for the magnetic field unit from it.This allows for external control and influence over the operation of the device without requiring direct manual operation of the device itself to select, adjust, or terminate a magnetic field application program. At the same time, this enables flexible and needs-based adaptation of the device's operating behavior, while the execution of the magnetic field application programs remains the responsibility of the control and evaluation unit integrated into the device.

[0020] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the magnetic field unit, electrical conductor structures, and optionally other electronic components can be completely or at least partially encased, potted, and / or shielded against moisture within the body. In this case, the magnetic field unit, the electrical conductor structures, and the other electronic components can be embedded in a material of the body, surrounded by a potting compound, and / or shielded against liquid ingress by at least one protective layer. This provides a robust and easy-to-clean design for the device, which is particularly suitable for use in feeding and / or drinking areas.

[0021] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the magnetic field unit can be arranged in the body such that, during intended use, at least a portion of the animal's forelegs and / or chest is exposed to a magnetic field. For this purpose, the magnetic field unit can be arranged, in particular, in a section of the body spatially adjacent to the standing area and / or the area of ​​the food and / or water container, so that the magnetic field generated by the magnetic field unit preferably acts on the forelegs, shoulder area, and / or chest of the animal during intended use of the device. Furthermore, the magnetic field unit can be positioned within the body with regard to its location, size, and / or orientation such that the magnetic field zone is adapted to the posture typically assumed by the animal when eating and / or drinking.This enables a spatially defined and reproducible application of the magnetic field to predetermined areas of the animal's body. At the same time, this ensures that the magnetic field application, during the intended use of the device, is geometrically appropriate to the animal for the intended application, without requiring the separate positioning of an additional applicator on the animal's body.

[0022] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the magnetic field can be generated continuously or event-driven. More specifically, the control and evaluation unit can automatically deactivate the magnetic field unit after a predetermined usage period or after a period of inactivity. The event-driven generation of the magnetic field can be triggered and terminated, in particular, by the detection of intended use of the device and / or usage information captured by a sensor. This enables demand-driven and time-defined operation of the magnetic field unit.

[0023] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the magnetic field unit can be arranged in a flat inlay located beneath a surface layer of the body. This inlay can be designed, in particular, as a flat insert, support, or module element in or on which the magnetic field unit is held, fixed, and / or guided. Furthermore, the inlay can be arranged, at least partially, beneath an upper surface layer of the body, the surface layer forming a user-facing surface. This surface layer can be designed, in particular, as a hygienic, moisture-repellent, easy-to-clean, and / or slip-resistant layer. By arranging the magnetic field unit in the flat inlay beneath the surface layer, a structurally compact integration of the magnetic field unit into the body, protected against external influences, can be achieved.At the same time, this can provide a level or at least essentially level surface that is particularly suitable for use at feeding and / or drinking areas.

[0024] According to a further aspect, the invention relates to a set comprising a device according to one of the preceding claims and an external device, in particular a mobile terminal in the form of a smartphone, wherein the device has a data communication module connected to the control and evaluation unit for wireless data transmission, and wherein application software, in particular an app, is installed on the external device, which is designed and configured to receive, display, and / or evaluate operating data, usage data, program data, and / or status data transmitted by the device and / or to transmit control data to the device in order to select, start, modify, and / or terminate at least one magnetic field application program. This enables user-friendly display and evaluation of device data as well as wireless selection, specification, and adjustment of magnetic field application programs.At the same time, the device itself can remain structurally compact, robust and suitable for use at the feeding station, since display, evaluation and operating functions are at least partially transferred to the external device.

[0025] According to another advantageous embodiment of the set, the external device can be a smartphone or tablet. This allows for a more practical and user-friendly design of the set, where an already available mobile device can be used for display, evaluation, and / or control functions. At the same time, this eliminates the need for additional external control or display hardware.

[0026] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the set, the app can be designed and configured to display operating data, usage data, program data, and / or status data transmitted by the device. In particular, the app can be configured to provide the transmitted data in a structured format on the external device, especially in the form of status displays, history displays, program information, and / or usage-related overviews. Operating data can relate, in particular, to the current or past operating state of the device and / or the magnetic field unit. Usage data can relate, in particular, to the times, duration, and / or frequency of the intended use of the device.Program data can include, in particular, information about selected, active, executed, and / or stored magnetic field application programs, while status data can relate, in particular, to a charging status, a communication status, and / or a general device status. This enables user-friendly and location-independent provision of information about the operation and use of the device. At the same time, the traceability of the device's operating behavior can be improved without the need for complex display elements on the device itself.

[0027] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the set, the app can be designed and configured to evaluate the data transmitted by the device. This evaluation can include, in particular, processing, assigning, preparing, and / or combining operational data, usage data, program data, and / or status data from the device. Furthermore, the app can analyze the transmitted data with regard to temporal relationships, usage patterns, program executions, and / or operating states and output it in a processed form. This enables information processing of the data provided by the device that goes beyond mere display.At the same time, improved traceability of the device's operating and usage behavior can be achieved because the transmitted data can be structured, evaluated, and provided in summarized form within the app.

[0028] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the set, the app can be configured and set up to transmit control data to the device in order to select, start, modify, and / or terminate at least one magnetic field application program. This control data can include, in particular, selection information for a specific magnetic field application program, specifications for starting or ending a program, modification data for a running or subsequent program sequence, and / or specifications for at least one application parameter. The control data transmitted by the app to the device can be processed by the device's control and evaluation unit and converted into corresponding control information for the magnetic field unit. This enables user-friendly and spatially decoupled control of the device's operation.At the same time, at least one magnetic field application program can be flexibly selected, started, adapted and / or terminated without the need for extensive operating elements on the device itself.

[0029] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the set, the app can be designed and configured to specify at least one operating parameter of the magnetic field application program, in particular frequency, field strength, pulse duration, and / or program duration. The app can provide input means and / or selection functions by which a user can define one or more operating parameters of a magnetic field application program that is to be selected or has already been selected. The corresponding specification data can be transmitted from the app to the device as control data and processed there by the control and evaluation unit in order to execute and / or adapt the relevant magnetic field application program accordingly.This enables user-friendly and technically flexible specification of operating parameters without requiring extensive input devices on the device itself. At the same time, this allows the device to be adapted to different usage requirements, while the actual execution of the magnetic field application program remains with the device.

[0030] The invention is explained in more detail below with reference to exemplary embodiments shown in the figures. It shows: Fig. 1. An advantageous embodiment of a device for applying a static and / or pulsating magnetic field to an animal is shown only in a sketchy and roughly schematic manner.

[0031] For identical or similarly acting elements of the invention, identical reference numerals are used in the figures, where appropriate. Furthermore, for the sake of clarity, reference numerals are only shown in the individual figures to the extent that this appears necessary for understanding the respective figure.

[0032] The Fig. Figure 1 shows a device 1 for applying a static and / or pulsating magnetic field to an animal, in particular a dog or a cat. The device 1 comprises a body 2 for receiving food and / or a feeding and / or drinking vessel, at least one magnetic field unit 30 provided in or on the body 2 for generating a static and / or pulsating magnetic field, a power supply device 6 in the form of a mains connection 7 and / or a battery for supplying the magnetic field unit 30 with electrical energy, and a control and evaluation unit SR connected to the magnetic field unit 30.

[0033] The body 2 is designed as a floor mat 5 in the figure and, by way of example, has two standing areas SB. Furthermore, the device 1 includes a food and / or water bowl 20, which is detachably or permanently connected to the body 2 and is positioned centrally between the two standing areas SB, so that the food and / or water bowl 20 is easily accessible from all sides of the device 1 via the standing areas SB. Alternatively, the food and / or water bowl 20 can also be positioned in a corresponding recess in the body 2.

[0034] In the figures shown, the body 2 is designed as a floor mat 5 across its entire surface. Within the body 2, designed as a floor mat 5, a standing area SB for the animal is provided on both sides of the food and / or water bowl 20. The animal enters this standing area SB during the intended use of the device 1. In the embodiment shown, several magnetic field units 30 are arranged in each standing area SB. In the illustrated embodiment, the magnetic field units 30 are designed as coil units 31 and are distributed zonally or over the entire surface.

[0035] As from Fig. As can be seen in Figure 1, the body 2 has a surface OF on its upper surface OS, which is designed in the form of a cover layer 22. The magnetic field units 30 are arranged in a flat inlay 23 below the cover layer 22. The cover layer 22 is designed to be water-repellent and cleanable. The magnetic field units 30, electrical conductor structures, and optionally other electronic components are protected against moisture, in particular by being completely or partially embedded, potted, and / or shielded against liquid ingress in the body 2.

[0036] Furthermore, the device 1 can comprise at least one sensor device 10, which is designed to detect the intended use of the device 1 and which is also arranged in the standing area SB. More details are provided in the embodiment variant of the Fig.1. Each of the two standing areas SB is assigned several sensor devices 10. The sensor devices 10 can, in particular, include or be configured as a pressure sensor, a capacitive sensor, a proximity sensor, an RFID reader, and / or a weight and / or load sensor. The usage information acquired by the sensor device 10 can be supplied to the control and evaluation unit SR.

[0037] The control and evaluation unit SR is designed and configured to set and / or regulate at least one application parameter of the magnetic field units 30, in particular a frequency, a field strength, a pulse duration, a duty cycle, a program duration, and / or a temporal program sequence. Furthermore, the control and evaluation unit SR is designed and configured to provide different magnetic field application programs, in particular programs with different frequencies, field strengths, pulse characteristics, program durations, and / or temporal sequences. During use of the body 2 by the animal, at least one predetermined magnetic field application program is executed.

[0038] Furthermore, the device 1 has a data communication module 18 connected to the control and evaluation unit SR for wireless data transmission. The data communication module 18 can be configured for wireless communication according to a Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy, and / or WLAN standard. Operating data, usage data, program data, and / or status data of the device 1 can be transmitted wirelessly via the data communication module 18. In addition, control data transmitted wirelessly via the data communication module 18 can be received in order to select, start, modify, and / or terminate at least one magnetic field application program based on this data.

[0039] Furthermore, the device 1 can interact within a set with an external device 40, in particular a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet, on which application software, in particular an app, is installed. The app can be designed and configured to receive, display, and / or evaluate operating data, usage data, program data, and / or status data transmitted by the device 1. Furthermore, the app can be designed and configured to transmit control data to the device 1 in order to select, start, modify, and / or terminate at least one magnetic field application program.

[0040] The magnetic field units 30 are arranged in the body 2 such that, during intended use, at least a portion of the animal's forelegs and / or chest area is exposed to a magnetic field. The magnetic field can be generated continuously or intermittently. In particular, the control and evaluation unit SR can be configured to automatically deactivate the magnetic field units 30 after a predetermined period of use or after a period of inactivity.

[0041] In the illustrated embodiment, the magnetic field units 30 are configured as coil units 31 for generating a pulsating electromagnetic field. Alternatively or additionally, at least one magnetic field unit 30 can be configured for generating a static magnetic field.

[0042] The invention has been described above using exemplary embodiments. It is understood that numerous modifications or adaptations are possible without departing from the underlying inventive concept. Reference symbol list 1 Device 2 bodies 5 floor mat 6 Energy supply unit 7 Network connection 10 Sensor setup 18 Data communication module 20 food and / or water bowls 22 Top layer 23 Inlay 30 magnetic field unit 31 coil unit 40 external devices OF surface OS top SB Stand area SR Control and Evaluation Unit

Claims

Device (1) for applying a static and / or pulsating magnetic field to an animal, in particular a dog or a cat, comprising at least a body (2) for receiving food and / or a food and / or drinking vessel, at least one magnetic field unit (30) provided in or on the body (2) for generating a static and / or pulsating magnetic field, a power supply device (6) for supplying the magnetic field unit (30) with electrical energy, and a control and evaluation unit (SR) connected to the magnetic field unit (30), wherein the control and evaluation unit (SR) is provided and configured to control the magnetic field unit (30) in such a way that at least one predetermined magnetic field application program is executed during use of the body (2) by the animal. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the body (2) is designed as a mat, plate, bowl base or bowl holder and wherein the device (1) has a food and / or drinking bowl (20) that is detachably or permanently connected to the body (2) or is designed to receive such a bowl. Device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the body (2) is designed at least partially as a floor mat (5), wherein at least one standing area (SB) for the animal is provided in the section of the body (2) designed as a floor mat (5). Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the at least one magnetic field unit (30) is arranged zonally or planarly distributed in or on the body (2), in particular in the standing area (SB) of the body (2). Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one magnetic field unit (30) has at least one coil unit (31) for generating a pulsating electromagnetic field and / or that at least one magnetic field unit (30) is designed as a coil unit (31) for generating a static magnetic field. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the control and evaluation unit (SR) is provided and configured to set and / or control at least one application parameter of the magnetic field unit (30), wherein the application parameter in particular comprises a frequency, a field strength, a pulse duration, a duty cycle, a program duration and / or a temporal program sequence. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one sensor device (10) is provided for detecting intended use of the device (1), wherein the control and evaluation unit (SR) is provided and configured to activate, deactivate and / or adjust the magnetic field unit (30) depending on usage information detected by the sensor device (10). Device according to claim 7, characterized in that the sensor device (10) comprises or is configured as a pressure sensor, a capacitive sensor, a proximity sensor, an RFID reader and / or a weight sensor. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the control and evaluation unit (CR) is provided and configured to provide different magnetic field application programs, in particular programs with different frequency, field strength, pulse characteristics, program duration and / or temporal sequence. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the body (2) has a hygienic covering layer (22) under which the at least one magnetic field unit (30) is arranged. Device according to claim 10, characterized in that the cover layer (22) is water-repellent, removable and / or cleanable. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the control and evaluation unit (SR) is connected to or includes a data communication module (18) for wireless data transmission. Device according to claim 12, characterized in that the data communication module (18) is designed for wireless communication, in particular according to a Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy and / or WLAN standard. Device according to claim 12 or 13, characterized in that the control and evaluation unit (SR) is provided and configured to wirelessly transmit operating data, usage data, program data and / or status data of the device (1) via the data communication module (18). Device according to one of claims 12 to 14, characterized in that the control and evaluation unit (SR) is provided and configured to receive control data wirelessly transmitted via the data communication module (18) and, depending on this, to select, start, modify and / or terminate at least one magnetic field application program. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the magnetic field unit (30) is arranged in the body (2) such that, during intended use, at least one area of ​​the forelegs and / or chest area of ​​the animal is exposed to a magnetic field. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the generation of the magnetic field is continuous or event-dependent. Device according to claim 17, characterized in that the control and evaluation unit (SR) is provided and configured to automatically deactivate the magnetic field unit (30) after a predetermined period of use or after a period of non-use. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the magnetic field unit (30) is arranged in a flat inlay (23) which is provided below a cover layer (22) of the body (2). A set comprising a device (1) according to one of the preceding claims and an external device, in particular a mobile terminal (40) in the form of a smartphone, wherein the device (1) has a data communication module (18) connected to the control and evaluation unit (SR) for wireless data transmission, and wherein application software, in particular an app, is installed on the external device (40) which is designed and configured to receive, display and / or evaluate operating data, usage data, program data and / or status data transmitted by the device (1) and / or to transmit control data to the device (1) in order to select, start, modify and / or terminate at least one magnetic field application program. Set according to claim 20, characterized in that the external device (40) is a smartphone or tablet. Set according to claim 20 or 21, characterized in that the app is designed and configured to display operating data, usage data, program data and / or status data transmitted by the device (1). Set according to one of claims 20 to 22, characterized in that the app is designed and configured to evaluate the data transmitted by the device (1). Set according to one of claims 20 to 23, characterized in that the app is designed and configured to transmit control data to the device (1) in order to select, start, modify and / or terminate at least one magnetic field application program. Set according to one of claims 20 to 24, characterized in that the app is designed and configured to specify at least one operating parameter of the magnetic field application program, in particular frequency, field strength, pulse duration and / or program duration.

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