Pet diapers

Abstract

To address such a problem that it is difficult for an owner of a pet such as a dog to fit and put on a diaper cover and a diaper for receiving urine to a trunk.SOLUTION: A diaper cover comprises: an absorber holding part for placing an absorber for absorbing a water content and covering a urinary area of a pet; a band part comprised of a bendable band-like member and both ends or at least two halfway points of which are connected to one end side in a first direction of the absorber holding part; and a locking part provided at the other end side in the first direction of the absorber holding part and being connectable to the band part. The band part includes a pair of arm parts at both ends of the band part, and an arm connecting part for connecting the pair of arm parts and connecting to the locking part, where the pair of arm parts are configured to space apart in a second direction orthogonal to the first direction. The pet diaper is so configured that the absorber and the absorber holding part are integrated.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a pet diaper cover and a diaper for attaching an absorbent body for absorbing moisture such as urine to the vicinity of the urination area of ​​pets such as dogs and cats. [Background technology]

[0002] Pet dogs and cats are increasingly being kept indoors, but untrained dogs and elderly dogs and cats tend to urinate all over the room, making cleaning up difficult. Furthermore, dogs, especially male dogs, often urinate repeatedly during outdoor walks, often marking their urine, sometimes splashing it on public places or on the walls of private homes, creating a problem for owners' manners. While there are now many cafes and restaurants that allow dogs, an increasing number of facilities are now requiring pets to wear disposable pet diapers or diaper covers with absorbent material that can be worn around the body or as clothing to prevent urination and other dog-related issues within the facility. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] Patent No. 4614880 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] For male dogs, there are diaper covers that have an absorbent material placed over the urination area that can absorb urine and other liquids, and a diaper cover of the same width that is worn around the body like a belly band, and there are also diapers for dogs that have both the absorbent material and the diaper cover all in one. Diapers and diaper covers for female dogs cover the entire dog, from the area where the urination takes place to the lower half of the body, hind legs and tail, and have a large covering area similar to pants.

[0005] Patent Document 1 proposes fastening the animal absorbent support band to the dog's body at two angled locations to prevent it from slipping off due to the dog's movements. However, each strap requires a sufficient joint surface for pulling the bands together from the left and right, resulting in a wide band. This results in a large area covering the dog's flank and back. Furthermore, fastening one location first, then the other, makes it difficult to support the absorbent support during the process and to properly position the band in one go. Furthermore, when selecting a size based on the size of the absorbent support band based on body length, etc., there are large differences in girth length depending on the breed and individual dog, which can result in the bands being too long or too long for the joint surfaces to fit together, or the joint surface becoming too small and easily coming off. Conversely, when selecting a size based on the dog's girth, the absorbent support band may be too large or too small, making it difficult to select the appropriate size when putting the band on. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] In order to solve the above-mentioned drawbacks, the pet diaper cover of the present invention has the following features: an absorbent body holding portion on which an absorbent body capable of absorbing moisture can be placed and which covers the pet's urination area; a band portion formed of a bendable band-shaped member and connected at both ends or at least two intermediate points to one end side of the absorber holding portion in the first direction; a fastening portion provided on the other end side of the absorbent body holding portion in the first direction and capable of being connected to the band portion; and The band portion includes a pair of arm portions at both ends of the band portion, and an arm connecting portion that connects the pair of arm portions and connects to the locking portion, The pair of arms are configured to be able to move apart in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction at least on one side of the one end side and the other end side of the pair of arms. This is a feature of the system. The pet diaper of the present invention includes an absorbent body portion that has an absorbent body capable of absorbing moisture inside and covers the urination area of ​​the pet; a band portion configured as a bendable band-shaped member and connected at both ends or at least two points along the middle to one end side of the absorbent body portion in the first direction; a fastening portion provided on the other end side of the absorbent body portion in the first direction and capable of being connected to the band portion; and The band portion includes a pair of arm portions at both ends of the band portion, and an arm connecting portion that connects the pair of arm portions and connects to the locking portion, The pair of arms are configured so that they can be separated in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction at least on one side of the one end side and the other end side of the pair of arms. It is characterized by the following. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] When the pet diaper cover of the present invention is worn, an absorbent capable of absorbing urine and other fluids is placed in the absorbent holder, and it can be worn effectively in an appropriate size near the urination area of ​​both males and females, eliminating the need to cover areas unrelated to urination, such as the back or legs, and improving appearance. The pair of arms are worn with a narrow band spaced apart on the back, providing the same holding effect as a wide band, while eliminating the need to cover any excess moisture. Furthermore, the dog is relieved from the feeling of pressure caused by wearing the cover. Furthermore, the pet diaper has the absorbent holder and absorbent of the pet diaper cover integrated into one piece, providing the same effects as the pet diaper cover. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0008] [Figure 1] 1 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of a diaper cover; [Figure 2] 1 is a perspective view showing how to use the diaper cover according to the first embodiment; [Figure 3] Diaper cover C-C' cross section [Figure 4] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a state in which the diaper cover according to the first embodiment is used; [Figure 5] 1 is a schematic side view of a dog showing the first embodiment of the diaper cover in use; [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a state in which the diaper cover according to the second embodiment is used; [Figure 7] 3 is a perspective view of a third embodiment of the diaper cover; [Figure 8] 4 is a perspective view of a fourth embodiment of the diaper cover; [Figure 9] 5 is a perspective view of a diaper cover according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing how to use the diaper cover according to the fifth embodiment. [Figure 11] FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a state in which the diaper cover according to the fifth embodiment is used. [Figure 12] 5 is a schematic side view of a dog showing the diaper cover in use according to the fifth embodiment; [Figure 13] 10 is a schematic view of the diaper cover of the fifth embodiment, seen from the back of the dog, showing the state of use. [Figure 14] FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing another state of use of the diaper cover according to the fifth embodiment; [Figure 15] 6 is a perspective view of a diaper cover according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 16] 7 is a perspective view of a diaper cover according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 17] 10 is a perspective view showing another method of using the diaper cover according to the fifth embodiment. [Figure 18] 1 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of a diaper; [Figure 19] D-D' cross section of a diaper [Figure 20] 8. A perspective view of an eighth embodiment of the diaper cover. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0009] The pet diaper cover of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings, taking as an example the case where it is fitted to a dog. FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of the diaper cover. As shown in FIG. 1, an absorbent (1a) made of cloth or a polymeric absorbent material that can quickly absorb and retain a certain amount of moisture, such as urine, can be placed on the absorbent holder (1). The size is large enough to adequately cover the pet's urination area and absorb urine, and roughly speaking, sizes should be varied for large, medium, and small dogs. In this case, the absorbent holder (1) is preferably made of a waterproof material such as cloth or silicone resin.

[0010] A pair of bendable, band-like arms (4a) and (4b) are provided on one end A of the absorbent holding part (1) in the first direction, i.e., the longitudinal direction. The arms (4a) and (4b) are connected by an arm connecting part (5) to form a single band part (2), and each arm is connected to the absorbent holding part (1) by band connecting parts (2a) and (2b). Therefore, the band part (2) is formed in a loop shape in the longitudinal direction of the band. In this case, it is preferable to space the band connecting parts (2a) and (2b) so that they are located at both ends in the second direction, i.e., the short direction, on the one end A side of the absorbent holding part (1).

[0011] In addition, a locking portion (3) is formed on the other end B side of the absorbent body holding portion (1) extending with the same width as in the second direction, and a male hook-and-loop fastener (3a) and a female hook-and-loop fastener (3b) are provided there as locking devices (the male and female may be reversed). When the locking portion is folded back, the joined portions of the male and female hook-and-loop fasteners are adhered so that the folded portion stays in place. At this time, by lengthening either the male hook-and-loop fastener (3a) or the female hook-and-loop fastener (3b), it is possible to adjust the waist circumference length by changing the joining position of the locking portion (3). Note that instead of fastening the folded back portion of the locking portion (3) with a male and female hook-and-loop fastener as in this embodiment, it may also be fastened with a male and female button, or a button and buttonhole.

[0012] As shown in Figure 2, before using the diaper cover, the absorbent (1a) is placed in the absorbent holding part (1). As shown in Figure 3, it is preferable that the absorbent holding part (1) has depth so that the absorbent can be easily accommodated. The absorbent (1a) may be a disposable one with a polymer absorbent material that can retain moisture inside the nonwoven fabric, or if a cloth or sponge with water-retentive properties is used, it can be washed and reused.

[0013] First, we will explain how to wear the first embodiment of the diaper cover on a male dog (6). As shown in Figure 4, the male urination area (7) is located between the front and back legs, in the belly area near the back legs. The absorbent holder (1) with the absorbent (1a) placed on it is placed over the male urination area (7). Next, the arm connecting portion (5) is pulled, and the fastening portion (3) is folded so that the arm connecting portion (5) is positioned between or between the fastening members (3a) and (3b), and the male hook-and-loop fastener (3a) and the female hook-and-loop fastener (3b) are attached. This allows the two arms (4a) and (4b) to be easily attached to the dog's body simultaneously. At this time, the length can be adjusted to fit the dog's body size by pulling on a portion of the band; the resulting excess portion will be discussed later. The band connecting portions (2a) and (2b) are spaced apart and connected to the absorbent holder (1).

[0014] When worn, the engaging part (3) also has a width in the second (short) direction, as shown in Figure 5, so that the pair of arms (4a) and (4b) that hang over the back can be kept apart from each other. In other words, the absorbent holder (1) can be worn in an appropriate position to cover the male urination area (7) of the torso, just like wearing a wide belt.

[0015] At this time, the band portion (2) forms a single loop and can be connected simply by hooking it onto the fastening portion (3) and folding it, allowing both arms to be easily attached to the dog's body at the same time. The arm connecting portion (5) is connected to the fastening portion (3) and can slide along the length of the band portion (2) (see the direction of movement of the band in Figure 4). This allows the pair of arms (4a) and (4b) to be naturally adjusted to the appropriate tension, even if the tension is unbalanced or the girth lengths of the two arms (4a) and (4b) are different. Furthermore, by pulling on a portion of the band portion (2), the length of the two arms can be adjusted even after the harness is attached to ensure that the harness is neither too tight nor too loose around the dog's girth. The excess length of the band portion (2) shown in Figure 4 can be shortened and secured by tying a knot (8).

[0016] The second embodiment of the diaper cover in Figure 6 shows a state in which the width of the fastening portion (3) is narrowed by using a single button or the like as the fastening device. In this case, since the band connection portions (2a) and (2b) are spaced apart, even if the width of the fastening portion (3) is narrow, the absorbent body holding portion (1) can be attached by wrapping the band around the dog's body while keeping the arms (4a) and (4b) spaced apart on the dog's back. As described in the first embodiment of the diaper cover, the excess band portion is knotted (8) to fix the length. In this case, if the band connection portions (2a) and (2b) are spaced apart by at least half the distance in the second (short) direction of the absorbent body holding portion (1), the absorbent body holding portion (1) can be more stably held to the body. In the second embodiment, as in the first embodiment, the size can be easily adjusted to fit the dog's waist even after the product of the present invention has been put on.

[0017] The fastening portion (3) in the third embodiment of the diaper cover shown in Figure 7 is made of a flat, shape-retaining member on the other end B side of the absorbent body holding portion (1), and is provided near both ends with band-passing holes (3c) and (3d), and notches (3e) and (3f) that connect to the sides of the member. The band-passing holes (3c) and notches (3e), as well as the band-passing holes (3d) and notches (3f), form a fastening device. The two band-passing holes (3c) and (3d) are spaced apart, and the arm connectors (5) can be inserted through the respective notches to pass through the holes, and the band portion (2) is slidably fastened to the fastening portion (3). In the third embodiment, as in the first embodiment, the fastening portion (3) is extended across the width of the other end B of the absorber holding portion (1) in the second direction, and the arms (4a) and (4b) are spaced apart on the dog's back and are therefore less likely to slip off. Also, instead of a means for tying and fixing the excess band portion (2), an adjuster (9a) can be provided that tightens and fixes the base, making it easier to adjust the length of the band portion (2).

[0018] Figure 8 shows the fourth embodiment of the diaper cover, with the band portion (2) connected to the fastening portion (3). A movable adjuster (9b) may be provided on one of the arms to fix the length of the band portion (2) so that it does not protrude beyond its width. This adjuster (9b) prevents excess band portion (2) from protruding, reducing the risk of it getting caught on something.

[0019] In the fifth embodiment of the diaper cover, as shown in Figures 9 and 10, the fastening portion (3) provided on the other end B side of the absorbent body holding portion (1) extends in two directions so that the tip sides are spaced apart in the second (short) direction, and a pair of fastening devices, here a male hook-and-loop fastener (3a) and a female hook-and-loop fastener (3b), are provided at the tip. Here, the fastening portion (3) forms a T-shape. The absorbent body holding portion (1) and the band portion (2) are the same as those described in the first embodiment of the diaper cover.

[0020] As shown in Figure 11, the fifth embodiment of the diaper cover is effective for placing an absorber (1a) on the absorber holding portion (1) and attaching it to the female urination area (11) of a female dog (10) or the anal area (12) shared by both males and females. One end A of the absorber holding portion (1) is oriented toward the tail, and the absorber is placed over the anal area (12) near the base of the tail and the female urination area (11) below it. After the tail is passed through the band portion (2), the arms (4a) and (4b) are crossed, and the arm connecting portion (5), i.e., the looped portion of the band portion (2), is hooked onto a pair of fastening portions (3) appearing on the left and right sides of the body, and then the hook-and-loop fasteners (3a) and (3b) serving as fasteners (3) are attached. The pair of arms (4a) and (4b) appearing on the back are then spaced apart in the second direction and attached to the dog's body. At this time, the other end B of the absorbent holder (1), the pair of locking portions (3) extending therefrom, and a portion of the band portion (2), i.e., the arm connection portion (5), are attached so as to go around the torso. Furthermore, by pulling out a portion of the band portion (2), it can be attached with an appropriate tightness, and how to deal with the excess band portion (2) that is generated at this time will be described later.

[0021] As shown in Figure 12, at this time, the band portion (2) is slidably fastened at each fastening portion (3) to indicate the direction of movement of the band, so by pulling out a portion of the band portion (2), the length of the band portion (2) can be adjusted so that it is not too loose and not too uncomfortable for the dog. The excess band portion (2) shown in Figure 11 can be adjusted by tying a knot (8) to fix the length.

[0022] As shown in Figure 13 with the bands spaced apart, the pair of arms (4a) and (4b) are spaced apart on the back of the female dog (10) except for the crossing portion, so that only the band (2) is visible on the back. As described above, the body is not covered by an unnecessary fastening portion in the area surrounding the urination area, which reduces stress on the dog and makes it easy to visually confirm that the absorbent holder (1) is in the correct position. Furthermore, since the band (2) does not need to be placed over the dog's legs or body when putting on the diaper, it can be put on even while the dog is standing on all fours. In this case, the pair of arms (4a) and (4b) are crossed once after passing the tail through the diaper and then engaged circumferentially around the body. This pulls each arm in a diagonal direction relative to the lateral sides of the hind legs, preventing them from slipping off to the lateral sides of the hind legs. By pulling up one end A of the absorbent holder (1) and fitting it to the dog, the diaper can be put on. In this case, the band connection portions (2a) and (2b) do not necessarily need to be spaced apart. The anal area (12) is in the same place in both males and females, so it can be used to receive feces in dogs that have diarrhea or need care.

[0023] It can also be used primarily for female dogs. Female dogs not only urinate, but may also bleed from the genitals near the urination area during their mating season, known as heat. As a protective measure against other dogs, wearing a diaper or similar may be necessary as a matter of etiquette in places where dogs gather. For female dogs, as shown in Figure 14, the absorbent holder (1) can be worn to cover only the female urination area (11), and the tension of the band (2) can be adjusted to expose the anal area (12). If you only need to collect the female dog's urine and menstrual period, covering the anal area will cause the feces to stick to the diaper and spread inside. If the feces can be disposed of, it is better to leave the anal area exposed.

[0024] In the fifth embodiment of the diaper cover, the two arms are spaced apart when the diaper cover is put on, and part of the band portion (2), i.e., the arm connecting portion (5) and part of the other end B of the absorbent holding portion (1) via the pair of fastening portions (3), are attached around the body. Therefore, even if the arms (4a) and (4b) on one end side A are pulled by the dog's movements, they are firmly attached to the body and do not slip off, and the diaper cover is held to the dog's lower body. Because the diaper cover is attached to the body by the band portion (2), as with all embodiments, it does not press down on the dog's hair other than around the urination area, and has little impact on the appearance.

[0025] The sixth embodiment of the diaper cover will be described with reference to Figure 15. The fastening devices each have a combination of band-passing holes (3c) and (3d) through which the band portion (2) can be movably passed, and notches (3e) and (3f) for passing the band portion (2) through the holes, allowing the band portion (2) to be slidably fastened. An adjuster (9a) may also be provided to fix the length of the excess band portion (2). The adjuster may also be of the type that can be slid to change the length, as described in the fourth embodiment of the diaper cover.

[0026] As shown in Figure 16, the seventh embodiment of the diaper cover can be fitted to a female dog and an anus in the same manner as in Figure 13 by attaching an auxiliary device (13) having hook-shaped fasteners at both ends that can be hooked onto and fastened to the band portion (2) of the fastener (3) of the first embodiment of the diaper cover.

[0027] As shown in Figure 17, the male and female cats (14) have urinary areas in the same place. Cats (14) have a behavior of spraying, which leaves a scent behind. The length of the absorbent holder and band of this invention can be adjusted to fit cats so that it is safe even if they spray inside the house. It can also be used for other four-legged animals.

[0028] As shown in Figures 18 and 19, the absorbent holder (1) and absorbent (1a) can be integrated into one unit, and the entire absorbent part (15) can be made of a flammable material such as nonwoven fabric. In this case, instead of continuing to use the absorbent (1a) by replacing it, it can be used like a pet diaper that is disposed of after each use. Being disposable saves water resources and is also useful for travel.

[0029] An eighth embodiment of the diaper cover will now be described. The absorbent body holding portion (1) does not necessarily have to be rectangular. Furthermore, the band connection portions (2a) and (2b) do not necessarily have to be spaced apart. It is necessary to provide a band portion (2) at one end and a fastening portion (3) at the other end, but the fastening portion (3) does not necessarily have to extend to the absorbent body holding portion (1). As shown in Figure 20, it may be provided via the band portion (2). In this case, the fastening portion (3) may be made wider so that when the band portion (2) at one end is hooked and fastened, the two arms (4a) and (4b) are attached with a partial gap on the dog's back.

[0030] In all of the above examples, the band portion (2) is preferably a thin strip made of elastic rubber material. By making it a thin strip, the excess portion can be easily tied, and if it is made of elastic rubber, it fits the dog more comfortably and is less likely to slip due to movement.

[0031] With conventional pet diaper covers or diapers, the size is adjusted by overlapping and joining parts according to the length of the dog's waist. However, if you try to increase the adjustable size, the excess overlap can get in the way for slender dogs, and conversely, it can be insufficient for overweight dogs. If the size does not fit, the joint area will be smaller in either case, making the diaper more likely to come off. Also, since the size is adjusted by joining, once the diaper is joined, it is necessary to put it on and take it off several times to get a more comfortable fit for the dog. As dogs get larger and the joint area becomes wider, it becomes even more difficult to get the diaper to fit in one go. In contrast, the band structure of the present invention allows for temporary fastening by fastening the fastener, and then allows for adjustment of the tightness around the dog's body as needed while wearing the product. Because the time between puppyhood and adulthood is so short, a single size with a limited range of waist circumference tolerances would only be useful for a short period of time. Even after an adult dog becomes obsolete, their size may change as they gain or lose weight. The present invention does not require two components to be joined and fastened to the dog's body; instead, it uses a single belt, eliminating the need for a joint. Furthermore, the excess band can be adjusted without getting in the way, allowing for a wide range of suitable sizes.

[0032] Specific figures are provided for a large male dog weighing 25-30 kg. The waist is assumed to be 50-70 cm. The absorbent holder is a 30 cm by 20 cm rectangle, with a band formed from both ends. The band should be about 100 cm long. When this is fitted to a 70 cm waist, it can be worn almost as is around the body. Furthermore, when the same thing is fitted to a male dog with a 50 cm waist, there will be 40 cm of excess material, but this can be achieved by making a 20 cm loop and tying the base.

[0033] Previous male diapers, which were worn around the torso at the width of the absorbent core retention section, left the rest of the diaper visible like a belly band. Size adjustments were often made by overlapping fastening sections with hook-and-loop fasteners, which are the same width as the diaper. For example, a 20-cm weight loss would require at least 25 cm of fastening material. This resulted in approximately 20 cm of unattached material, which could easily get caught and come off. This is unsightly and, due to the large overlapping areas, can be uncomfortable, especially in the summer. Furthermore, in long-haired breeds such as Pomeranians, the difference between the lush fur and the area where the diaper is wrapped is large, making it very unsightly. Furthermore, because the diaper is made of the same material, it is difficult to tell if the absorbent core is misaligned with the torso. With the present invention, the retention band is made up of two thin, spaced-apart bands that are attached to the back, achieving the same effect as a wide retention band while minimizing tightness and minimizing the band's presence. Furthermore, the bands are hidden by the fur, making them less noticeable. However, since the absorbent body holding portion in the abdominal area is visible, it is immediately apparent that it has shifted and can be corrected.

[0034] In all of the above embodiments, both ends of the band are connected and fixed to the absorber holding part (1) or the absorber part (15), but the middle of the band part (2) may also be fixed to the absorber holding part (1) or the absorber part (15). In this case, by providing multiple fasteners on the band part (2) and fasteners that can be fastened to the absorber holding part (1) or the absorber part (15), the fastening positions can be changed, and the length of the band part can be changed. Therefore, it is possible to adjust the band to fit the size of each dog.

[0035] Although the first to seventh embodiments of the diaper cover shown in Figures 1 to 17 and the eighth embodiment of the diaper cover shown in Figure 20 are explained using the diaper cover as an example, it is possible to make a diaper using an absorbent portion in which the absorbent holding portion of the diaper cover and the absorbent are integrated. [Explanation of symbols]

[0036] 1. Absorbent body holding part 1a absorber 2. Band 2a Band connection part 2b Band connection 3 Locking part 3a male hook and loop fastener 3b Female hook and loop fastener 3c Band hole 3D band hole 3e notch 3f notch 4a arm 4b Arm 5 Arm connection part 6 male dogs 7 Male urination area 8. Knot 9a adjuster 9b adjuster 10 female dog 11 Female urination area 12 Anal area 13 Assistive devices 14 Cat 15 Absorbent part

Claims

1. an absorbent body part having an absorbent body capable of absorbing moisture therein and covering the urination area of ​​the pet; and a band part made of a bendable band-like member, connected at both ends or at least two points in the middle to one end side of the absorbent body part in the first direction and formed in a ring shape in the length direction of the band; a fastening portion provided on the other end side of the absorbent body portion in the first direction and capable of being connected to the band portion; and the band portion includes a pair of arm portions at both ends of the band portion, and an arm connecting portion that connects the pair of arm portions and hooks onto the locking portion to connect the pair of arm portions slidably in the length direction of the band portion, A pet diaper characterized in that, on at least one side of the one end side and the other end side of the pair of arms, the pair of arms are spaced apart in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, and a portion of the band portion forms part of a circumference around the body, and the band portion, the absorbent portion and the locking portion are configured to circle the body together.

2. The pet diaper according to claim 1, characterized in that the fastening portion has a pair of fastening devices spaced apart in the second direction, and the band portion is fastened to each of the pair of fastening devices.

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