Backpack for carrying a dog, in particular a large dog

Abstract

The invention relates to a backpack (1) for carrying a dog, in particular a large dog, wherein the backpack (1) comprises: a back element (2) having carrying straps (4) for attaching the backpack (1) to the back of a person; and a support element (6), in particular a support panel, for arranging the dog on the support element (6) in order to carry the dog. For a high level of practicability during use, the support element (6) and the back element (2) are connected via a tilting device such that the support element (6) can be moved from a dog carrying position, in which the support element (6) projects from the back element (2) in order to carry the dog, into a stowing position when the support element (6) is tilted. The invention also relates to the use of the backpack (1).

Description

[0001] Backpack for carrying a dog, especially a large one.

[0002] The invention relates to a backpack for carrying a dog, in particular a large dog, wherein the backpack has a back element with carrying straps for attaching the backpack to the back of a person and a carrying element, in particular a carrying plate, for placing the dog on the carrying element for carrying the dog.

[0003] The invention further relates to the use of a backpack for carrying a dog, especially a large one.

[0004] Dog backpacks are commonly used for carrying dogs, typically featuring a compartment that can be closed with a mesh screen. These backpacks have proven practical for transporting small dogs. However, for larger dogs, especially those weighing over 20 kg, the large size of the compartment often makes them impractical. This is particularly true when the backpack is being carried by a handler without the dog inside, for example, when the dog is being walked on a leash.

[0005] This is where the invention comes in. The object of the invention is to provide a backpack of the type mentioned above, which exhibits a high degree of practicality in use.

[0006] Furthermore, an objective of the invention is to specify a use of a backpack of the type mentioned above in order to achieve a high level of practicality in the use of the backpack.

[0007] The problem is solved according to the invention by connecting the carrying element and the back element via a tilting mechanism such that the carrying element can be moved from a dog-carrying position, in which the carrying element projects from the back element for carrying the dog, to a stowable position by tilting the carrying element relative to the back element. The background of the invention is the idea of ​​designing the backpack in such a way that, on the one hand, a dog, in particular a dog weighing more than 20 kg, can be practically transported in the backpack, and on the other hand, carrying the backpack is made easier when no dog is to be carried in the carrying element, for example, when the dog is walking alongside a person carrying the backpack. This is achieved by the tilting mechanism of the carrying element.

[0008] The carrying element typically has a carrying surface to position the dog on it for carrying the backpack. If the carrying element is connected to the back element in a tilting manner, particularly via a tilting mechanism, the carrying element, and especially the carrying surface, can be tilted into the dog-carrying position for carrying the dog. Conversely, if no dog is to be carried, the carrying element, and especially the carrying surface, can be tilted into the stow position. The carrying element is typically connected to the back element in a tilting manner relative to the back element, particularly via a tilting mechanism. In the dog-carrying position, the carrying element, and especially the carrying surface, typically projects from the back element towards the front of the backpack. The carrying surface is generally essentially flat.The carrying surface is typically a surface of the carrying element. The carrying element is usually designed to carry a dog weighing more than 20 kg. The carrying element, especially the carrying surface, is usually rigid and / or solid. The backpack's shoulder straps are usually attached to the back panel on the back of the backpack. As a rule, the carrying element protrudes less from the back panel in the stowed position than in the dog-carrying position. In particular, tilting the carrying element from the dog-carrying position to the stowed position can reduce the protrusion of any end of the carrying element, especially the carrying surface, that would otherwise face the front of the backpack in the dog-carrying position.The projection can refer to a projection distance measured orthogonally to a vertical direction of the backpack, particularly in a lateral view of the backpack. Specifically, by tilting the carrying element from the dog-carrying position to the stowable position, the backpack can be transformed into a more space-saving and / or less bulky shape. The dog-carrying position typically corresponds to an arrangement, particularly an orientation, of the carrying element, especially the carrying surface, in a dog-carrying state of the backpack, in which the dog can be arranged or is arranged to carry the dog and backpack on the carrying element, especially the carrying surface. The stowable position typically corresponds to an arrangement, particularly an orientation, of the carrying element, especially the carrying surface, in a non-dog-carrying state of the backpack, in which the carrying element is not designed or intended for carrying a dog.The protrusion of the carrying element is reduced. In particular, tilting the carrying element from the dog-carrying position to the stow position allows for easy switching between the dog-carrying and non-carrying states. Specifically, tilting the carrying element from the dog-carrying position to the stow position reduces the packed size and / or moment of inertia of the backpack, especially when carried on a person's back, relative to the dog-carrying position.

[0009] The back panel can have a back wall, with the carrying straps, particularly those on the back of the backpack, being connected to the back panel. The back wall is generally oriented essentially in the vertical and horizontal direction of the backpack. The back wall can be formed with, and in particular by, a back plate. The backpack typically has two carrying straps. Each carrying strap is usually connected at one end to an upper point of the back panel, particularly the back wall, and at the other end to a lower point of the back panel, particularly the back wall. Typically, the upper point is positioned higher than the lower point in the vertical direction of the backpack. The carrying element, particularly the carrying surface, is usually tilted relative to the back panel.

[0010] The vertical direction of a backpack typically refers to its vertical extent, particularly when the backpack is worn on a person's back using the shoulder straps, usually from the bottom to the top. The vertical direction of the backpack, especially when in use, is generally essentially vertical, usually from bottom to top. The longitudinal direction of the backpack is typically oriented from the back to the front, specifically perpendicular to the vertical direction. The transverse direction of the backpack is typically perpendicular to both its vertical and longitudinal directions. The terms "top" and "bottom" usually refer to the vertical direction of the backpack, particularly when in use.The bearing surface is typically defined by the longitudinal and lateral dimensions of the support element. The height of the support element is usually less than its length and less than its width. The longitudinal dimension of the support element can be its length. The support element can be a support plate. In the dog carrying position, the upper surface of the support element typically forms the bearing surface.

[0011] It is practical if the carrying element is connected to the back element, particularly to the tilting mechanism, at a lower section of the back element in a way that allows it to tilt. The carrying element can be connected to the back element about a tilting axis, particularly via the tilting mechanism. The tilting axis is usually defined by the tilting mechanism. In a backpack, the tilting axis can be oriented essentially horizontally and / or essentially parallel to the width of the backpack. The carrying element is usually connected to the back element, particularly relative to the back panel, in a way that allows it to tilt, particularly via the tilting mechanism. The tilting mechanism can be formed by one or more joints, particularly spaced apart from each other. The tilting mechanism, and in particular the respective joint, can be connected to the carrying element in a first section of the carrying element.The first section of the carrying element can be the end segment of the carrying element facing the back element when the dog is being carried. This is particularly true when viewing the backpack from the side. The lateral view is usually a view along the width of the backpack. The tilting mechanism, especially the respective joint, can be connected to the back element in a first section of the back element. This first back element section is usually located in the lower part of the backpack. For high robustness, it is advantageous if the respective joint is attached to the carrying element and / or the back element with rivets. The joints can be made predominantly, and especially primarily, of metal.

[0012] For optimal practicality, it is advantageous if the carrying element can be tilted from the dog-carrying position into the stow position by an angle greater than 45°. The tilt angle typically refers to an angle between the carrying element, particularly the carrying surface, in the dog-carrying position and the carrying element, particularly the carrying surface, in the stow position. The angle can be referenced to a normal of the carrying surface. The tilt angle can be greater than 60°, particularly greater than 80°, preferably between 80° and 100°, and most preferably approximately 90°. Generally, the carrying surface in the dog-carrying position and / or in the stow position is oriented substantially parallel to the width of the backpack. The tilting action usually refers specifically to the carrying surface, and in particular to a line of extension running along the carrying surface perpendicular to the width of the backpack.The carrying element is typically tilted from the dog-carrying position to the stow position by tilting it vertically, i.e., upwards, starting from the dog-carrying position. In the dog-carrying position, the carrying element, particularly the carrying surface, is usually oriented transversely, preferably approximately, and more preferably substantially, perpendicular to the vertical direction of the backpack. In the stow position, the carrying element, particularly the carrying surface, can be oriented approximately, preferably substantially, in the vertical direction of the backpack. The respective approximate orientation of the carrying element, particularly the carrying surface, can deviate from the vertical direction by less than 30°, preferably less than 20°, and more preferably less than 10°. This applies particularly when viewed laterally from the backpack or in the width direction of the backpack.It is advantageous if the carrying element, in its stowed position, can be secured against movement, particularly tilting, into the dog-carrying position, ideally by means of a releasable locking mechanism. This can be achieved with a locking device on the backpack, particularly one that forms a positive fit and / or frictional connection. Typically, the carrying element, especially the carrying surface, is tilted relative to the back panel in its stowed position, relative to the dog-carrying position. The carrying element is usually tiltable from the dog-carrying position towards the back panel. It is advantageous if the backpack has a storage compartment, particularly a closable one, so that the carrying element, especially the carrying surface, can be inserted into or secured in the storage compartment when stowed. The storage compartment is usually located on the side of the back panel facing the front of the backpack.The compartment can be opened in such a way that the carrying element, in particular the carrying surface, can be tilted from the stowed position to the dog-carrying position. The compartment can have a front panel that is movable relative to the back element, in particular the back panel, especially foldable and / or tiltable, in order to open the compartment, in particular by moving, especially folding and / or tilting, the front panel, to allow the carrying element to be tilted from the stowed position to the dog-carrying position. Folding and / or tilting the front panel usually occurs in the front direction of the backpack. The front panel can also be rigid.In a receiving state of the receiving compartment, in which the carrying element is received by the receiving compartment in its stowed state, and in particular enclosed within it, the front wall of the receiving compartment is typically positioned within the tilting path of the carrying element from the stowed position to the dog-carrying position. Specifically, in the receiving state, the front wall of the receiving compartment may prevent the carrying element from tilting from the stowed position to the dog-carrying position, for example, by forming a stop against tilting. Specifically, to open the receiving compartment, the front wall of the receiving compartment may be removed from the tilting path by moving it, in particular by folding it over and / or tilting it, in such a way that the carrying element is allowed to tilt from the stowed position to the dog-carrying position.The compartment, when closed, particularly in the stowed position, can have a storage space in which the carrying element is arranged. The compartment can have a rear wall, with the storage space typically formed between and, in particular, bounded by the front and rear walls. The front and rear walls are usually positioned opposite each other along the length of the backpack with respect to the storage space. The rear wall can be formed by, and in particular be part of, the back panel.In the storage position, the front and / or rear compartment walls can be oriented parallel to the height and / or width of the backpack. The compartment can have a closure mechanism that allows it to be closed, particularly reversibly, usually enclosing the carrying element within the compartment. The closure mechanism can be a quick-release fastener, particularly a hook-and-loop fastener and / or preferably a zipper. The compartment can be designed such that opening the closure mechanism allows the front compartment wall to be moved, particularly folded down and / or tilted, to open the compartment and tilt the carrying element, specifically as described above.It is practical if the front compartment wall is coupled to the carrying element in such a way that moving the front compartment wall tilts the carrying element from the stowed position to the dog-carrying position. The front compartment wall is usually located on the side of the carrying element and / or the compartment facing the front of the backpack when the compartment is closed, particularly when the dog is being carried. The rear compartment wall is usually located on the side of the carrying element and / or the compartment facing the back of the backpack when the compartment is closed, particularly when the dog is being carried.

[0013] It is advantageous if the backpack has a retaining device to hold the carrying element, particularly the carrying surface, against tilting downwards or in a tilting direction from the stowed position to the dog-carrying position when in the dog-carrying position, and in particular to lock it in place. Preferably, the retaining device is designed to hold the carrying element, particularly the carrying surface, against tilting downwards or in the tilting direction from the stowed position to the carrying position by forming a stop. The carrying element is usually held releasably in the dog-carrying position by the retaining device. In particular, the retaining device can be designed to hold the carrying element against tilting downwards and upwards, and in particular to lock it in place. "Downwards and / or upwards" usually refers to a direction opposite to and / or in the vertical direction of the backpack.For high practicality, it is advantageous if the holding device has one or more retaining elements to connect the carrying element and the back element, particularly detachably, so that in the dog carrying position, the carrying element is held, and in particular locked, against tipping downwards or in a tilting direction from the stowed position to the dog carrying position. The retaining elements can be formed with rods and / or strap elements. The strap elements can be bands, cords, ropes, or chains. Typically, a second carrying element section and a retaining area of ​​the back element can be connected to, and in particular through, the respective retaining element. Each retaining element can have its own second carrying element section and / or its own retaining area.In the dog-carrying position, the second carrying element section, usually perpendicular to the backpack's vertical direction, is typically positioned further from the back element than the first carrying element section. The retaining area of ​​the back element is usually located higher than the first back element section. This retaining area may be located in an upper area of ​​the backpack, particularly in an upper area of ​​the back element. Specifically, a first end of the retaining element may be connectable to the carrying element, particularly at the first carrying element section, and / or a second end of the retaining element may be connectable to the back element, particularly the retaining area. The respective retaining element, particularly its first end, may be positively and / or frictionally connected to the carrying element, and may be detachably connected.Alternatively, this connection can be implemented by material bonding, although this is less preferred. The respective retaining element, in particular its second end, can be positively and / or force-fit connected to the back element, in particular detachably. Alternatively, this connection can be implemented by material bonding, although this is less preferred.

[0014] It is practical if the support element and the back element can be detachably connected to the respective retaining element via a first coupling device, wherein the first coupling device comprises a first coupling element, which is part of the retaining element, and a second coupling element, which is part of the support element or part of the back element, wherein the coupling elements can be connected to the first coupling device by at least partial insertion, in particular by a positive fit. One of the coupling elements can be a coupling receptacle and the other coupling element can be a coupling pin, wherein, to establish the connection to the first coupling device, the coupling pin can be connected to the coupling receptacle by at least partial insertion, in particular by a positive fit.The first coupling device can be configured to connect the coupling elements to each other in a form-fit manner, particularly by forming a stop, and / or by frictional connection, particularly in a detachable manner. It is preferred that the first coupling device connects the coupling elements by forming a stop. It is advantageous if the coupling pin has a coupling segment projecting transversely, particularly orthogonally, to the longitudinal axis of the retaining element, or has a varying outer diameter along a longitudinal axis of the retaining element, in order to connect the coupling pin to the coupling receptacle. The connection is preferably form-fit, particularly by forming a stop. The coupling pin can, for example, have a hook-like or L-shaped form, with typically a tip of the hook shape or the short arm of the L-shape representing the coupling segment.This allows for a simple and robust connection between the coupling pin and the coupling receptacle. The coupling receptacle can have a coupling section that engages behind the coupling segment or a widened area of ​​the coupling pin with a wider outer diameter to create the positive locking connection, in particular the stop. The stop typically prevents movement of the coupling pin in a direction opposite to the insertion direction of the coupling pin into the coupling receptacle. The stop usually prevents the coupling pin from being removed from the coupling receptacle.

[0015] The coupling receptacle can have a recess into which the coupling pin can be at least partially inserted to establish the connection with the first coupling device. In particular, the recess can be a depression in the support element to allow the coupling pin to be at least partially inserted into the recess for connecting the retaining element to the support element via the first coupling device. Alternatively, the recess can be a passage through the support element to allow the coupling pin to be at least partially guided through the passage for connecting the retaining element to the support element via the first coupling device, in particular so that the coupling segment is at least partially guided through the passage.The coupling section can be formed with an underside surface of the support element opposite the bearing surface with respect to the passage, with a portion of the underside surface engaging behind the coupling segment or the widening area. This is particularly practical when the support element is a support plate. The passage can extend from the bearing surface to the underside surface.

[0016] In particular, the respective retaining element can be connected to the support element via a first coupling device, especially as mentioned above, wherein the second coupling element is then part of the support element and the first coupling element is usually formed with the first end of the retaining element. Alternatively and / or cumulatively, the respective retaining element can be connected to the back element via a first coupling device, especially as mentioned above, wherein the second coupling element is then part of the back element and the first coupling element is usually formed with the second end of the retaining element. Usually, the respective retaining element is connected to either the support element or the back element via a first coupling device and to the other of these via a second coupling device.For maximum practicality, it is preferred that the respective retaining element is connected to the carrying element via a first coupling device, particularly one as described above. The respective retaining element can then be connected to the back element via a second coupling device. The respective first coupling device and / or the respective second coupling device is usually part of the backpack, specifically part of the retaining system. The respective first coupling device can be implemented as described in this document.

[0017] The respective second coupling device can be configured to pivotally connect the respective holding element, in particular its second end, to the back element relative to the back element, particularly in a detachable manner, or to pivotally connect the holding element, in particular its first end, to the support element relative to the support element, particularly in a detachable manner. The connection can be a positive-locking and / or force-locking connection, such that pivotability is achieved, with a positive-locking connection being preferred.The second coupling device can comprise a coupling pin and a coupling pin guide, wherein the coupling pin can be formed with the respective retaining element, in particular its second end, and the coupling pin guide can be formed with the retaining area of ​​the back element. To establish the connection with the second coupling device, the coupling pin can be positively and / or force-fittedly connected to the coupling pin guide by at least partially inserting the coupling pin into the guide, so that the coupling pin is pivotable relative to the coupling pin guide. In this way, robust pivotability can be achieved. The coupling pin can be pivotable in the vertical direction, in particular in a pivot plane oriented parallel to the vertical direction, relative to the coupling pin guide. The coupling pin can project transversely, in particular orthogonally, from the retaining element to its longitudinal axis.The second coupling device can be implemented in such a way that the coupling pin is formed with the holding area of ​​the back element and the coupling pin guide with the second end of the holding element, in order to establish a functional connection. Similarly, a connection between the respective holding element and the support element can be implemented via the second coupling device, wherein the coupling pin is formed with the respective holding element, in particular its first end, and the coupling pin guide is formed with the support element, in particular the second support element section, or, analogously, in the reverse manner.

[0018] For ease of handling, it is advantageous if the respective holding element can be pivotally connected to the support element and / or, preferably, to the back element, and in particular, can be detachably connected to the back element relative to the support element. The connection can be a positive-locking connection, thus enabling pivoting. This can be achieved with a second coupling device, as described in this document. It is preferred if the respective holding element, in particular its second end, can be pivotally connected to the back element, especially within the holding area, particularly via the respective second coupling device. This allows the holding element, in particular the first end of the holding area, to be moved to connect to the support element by pivoting the holding element within the area of ​​the support element, in particular the respective second support element section.This makes it easier to connect the retaining element to the support element, especially at the second support element section.

[0019] For ease of handling, it is advantageous if the first coupling device is designed to connect or disconnect the coupling elements by sliding them relative to each other in a direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the respective holding element and / or by rotating them relative to each other about a longitudinal axis of the respective holding element. In this context, sliding transversely to the longitudinal axis of the holding element means sliding in a non-parallel, particularly orthogonal, direction to the longitudinal axis. This sliding and / or rotating can be performed, in particular, after the coupling elements have been at least partially inserted into one another, especially after the coupling pin has been at least partially inserted into the coupling receptacle.In particular, the coupling receptacle and the coupling pin can be moved and / or rotated relative to each other such that the coupling section engages behind the coupling segment to connect the coupling receptacle and the coupling pin in a positive-locking manner, especially by forming the stop. It has proven effective if, for connecting the support element to the respective holding element via the respective first coupling device, the coupling pin of the holding element can be at least partially inserted into the coupling receptacle of the support element corresponding to the coupling pin, after which, by moving and / or rotating the coupling pin relative to the coupling receptacle, especially relative to a coupling section of the coupling receptacle, the coupling pin can be connected in a positive-locking manner, especially by forming the stop.

[0020] It is practical if the coupling receptacle has a first receiving section which is shaped to correspond to the coupling pin, so that the coupling pin can be inserted at least partially into the first receiving section in the longitudinal direction of the retaining element, and has a second receiving section connected to the first receiving section, in particular adjoining it, so that the coupling pin which is at least partially inserted into the first receiving section can be displaced from the first receiving section transversely to the longitudinal direction of the retaining element into the second receiving section, wherein the coupling receptacle, in particular its coupling section, forms a stop for the coupling pin displaced into the second receiving section, so that removal of the coupling pin from the second receiving section against the longitudinal direction of the retaining element is prevented.The stop is typically formed between the coupling section, which may be part of the second receiving section, and the coupling segment. This provides an easy-to-handle connection between the coupling pin and the coupling receptacle. The first receiving section and the second receiving section can be formed by the recess of the coupling receptacle. The first receiving section and the second receiving section can be connected via a guide section of the coupling receptacle, in particular the recess, so that the coupling pin, at least partially inserted into the first receiving section, can be moved into the second receiving section by the guide section. The guide section and / or the second receiving section can be implemented with a groove. In particular, the first receiving section, the second receiving section, and especially the guide section can be formed by the recess.

[0021] The retaining elements can each be connected to the carrying element at one, and in particular different, edge regions of the carrying element. The respective second carrying element section can be arranged in an edge region of the carrying element. It is advantageous if several of the retaining elements can be connected to the carrying element at opposite edge regions of the carrying element along the width of the backpack. This applies particularly in the dog-carrying position. The connection of each retaining element to the carrying element is preferably made via a first coupling device described in this document. Typically, in a front view of the backpack, several of the retaining elements can be connected to the back element on different sides of a vertical axis of the backpack, particularly at the retaining area of ​​the back element.The vertical axis of the backpack is typically a central axis running along its vertical axis. For example, when viewed from the front, a retaining element, particularly on the second section of the carrying element, can be connected to the carrying element at opposite edges of the carrying element. These retaining elements are generally connected to the back panel at opposite connection points along the vertical axis of the backpack, usually on the side of the vertical axis corresponding to the respective edge. This is particularly relevant when carrying a dog. It is also practical if the retaining elements are connected to the back panel, especially at the retaining area, on the lateral sides of the backpack.The connecting of the retaining elements to the back element is preferably carried out via a second coupling device described in this document.

[0022] It is advantageous if the holding elements are designed to be length-adjustable, in order to vary the orientation of the support surface in the transport position and / or to convert the holding elements into a space-saving storage state. The length of the holding element can be continuously or incrementally adjustable. It is practical if a set length of the holding element can be locked, particularly with a locking mechanism. If the holding element is a rod, it is practical if the rod is telescopically length-adjustable, particularly by sliding different segments into one another. Alternatively, the rod can have several segments, with the segments being movably connected to each other, particularly by pivots, so that the segments can be folded. For example, the segments can be pivotally connected to each other by one or more hinge elements.

[0023] The backpack, in particular the back panel, may have a storage compartment, which may be reversibly closable. The storage compartment may be designed, particularly when stowed, to store the retaining elements within it, especially by completely enclosing them. Typically, the retaining elements are detachably connected to the back panel and detachably to the carrying element. The storage compartment may have a closure, particularly reversible, which may enclose the retaining elements within the compartment. The closure may be a quick-release fastener, particularly a hook-and-loop fastener and / or preferably a zipper. The storage compartment may be arranged, particularly along the length of the backpack, between the back panel of the backpack and the storage compartment.

[0024] It is advantageous if the carrying surface is adjustable in size, preferably with a variable width. It is beneficial if the carrying surface is adjustable in such a way that it is larger, particularly wider, in the dog-carrying position than in the stow position. In this way, the carrying surface can be practically adapted to the space requirements of both the dog-carrying and stow positions. Greater practicality can be achieved if the carrying element is formed with several segments that can be folded out relative to each other to vary the size, particularly the width, of the carrying surface. This allows the carrying element to be positioned with the segments folded in for stow and with them unfolded for the dog-carrying position. The carrying element segments can be pivotally connected to one another.For this purpose, the carrying element segments, in particular two of the carrying element segments at a time, can be connected to each other via one or more joint components of the carrying element. Each carrying element segment can have a surface segment, whereby, in the unfolded state of the carrying element segment, the surface segment forms part of the carrying surface. It is advantageous if the carrying element segments can be locked against pivoting relative to each other in the unfolded state. This can be implemented with a locking device of the carrying element, in particular of the joint components. It has proven effective if the carrying element has a main segment and several, preferably equally sized, secondary segments, wherein, in the width direction of the backpack, one of the secondary segments can be unfolded opposite each other on the main segment to increase the width of the carrying surface. The main segment and the secondary segments can each form one of the carrying element segments.In this way, the support surface can be enlarged, and in particular widened, on both lateral sides of the support surface. Preferably, the secondary segments can be folded in such a way that they do not extend beyond the main segment. It is practical if the support element segments can be folded in such a way that several of the support element segments are stacked on top of each other. Usually, the support element segments can be unfolded so that the surface segments of the support surface formed by the support element segments are oriented essentially parallel to each other. The main segment can have essentially the same average width as the back element, in particular with a deviation from the average width of the back element of less than 15%, preferably less than 10%, and most preferably less than 5%.The average width of the secondary segment is typically smaller than the average width of the main segment, specifically smaller than or equal to half the average width. The width is usually measured in the lateral direction of the backpack, particularly when carrying a dog. It is advantageous for the retaining elements on the secondary segments to be connected to the main support element, especially if the second support element sections are part of the secondary segments. This can be implemented as described in this document. Specifically, the secondary segments can have coupling receptacles to connect the retaining elements to the secondary segments via primary coupling devices.

[0025] The backpack may have a dog tethering device for securing a dog positioned in the dog-carrying position on the carrying element, particularly its carrying surface. This prevents the dog from falling off the carrying surface. The dog tethering device may include a dog harness for securing the dog. The dog is typically positioned within a designated dog-carrying area on the carrying element and, in particular, can be tethered within this area using the dog tethering device. This applies especially when the backpack is used with the carrying element in the dog-carrying position. The dog is typically secured to the dog tethering device in such a way that the dog's movement is restricted to the designated dog-carrying area. The dog tethering device may be positioned, at least partially, within this designated dog-carrying area.It is practical if the dog tethering device is located on the side of the back panel facing the front of the backpack and / or connected to the back panel. It is advantageous if the dog tethering device has a guide system for connecting it to a dog harness, particularly a detachable one, so that the dog harness can be moved vertically along the backpack using the guide system. This is especially important when the dog is being carried. This allows the position of the dog harness to be adjusted vertically. The guide system can be connected to the back panel, particularly in such a way that the guide system faces the area where the dog is positioned, in order to connect a dog in the carrying position on the back panel to the guide system using the dog harness.The guidance system is typically connected to the back panel on the side facing the front of the backpack. Specifically, the guidance system can be connected to the back panel on the rear side of the storage compartment. The dog harness can be connected to the guidance system in such a way that it is vertically adjustable and can be locked at different heights, particularly in a detachable position. This can be achieved with a locking device on the guidance system. This allows the dog, when tethered by the harness, to be positioned at a specific height. The dog harness can be incorporated into the tethering device. The guidance system can define a guide path, particularly one oriented vertically towards the backpack, along which the dog harness, when connected to the guidance system, can be moved vertically towards the backpack.

[0026] The guidance system can be formed with one or more guide elements extending vertically along the backpack, in particular guide straps and / or guide rods, to connect the dog harness to the guide elements in a vertically slidable manner. The guide elements can define the guidance path. The guide elements can be spaced apart from one another. The guide elements can have longitudinal axes oriented parallel to each other, with the longitudinal axes usually being oriented parallel to the vertical direction of the backpack. The guidance system, in particular the guide elements, and the dog harness are usually positively connected to each other, in particular joined, so that the dog harness can be slidably guided along the guidance system.The guidance system can have one or more coupling pieces, wherein the coupling pieces are slidably connected to the guide elements in the vertical direction in order to connect the dog harness to the guide elements via the coupling elements. This practically achieves guided slidability of the dog harness through the connection with the coupling elements. The coupling pieces can be slidably guided as described above. In particular, the coupling pieces can be slidably connected to the guidance system in the vertical direction in such a way that the coupling pieces can be locked at different heights, especially detachably, usually with the locking device.Typically, each coupling piece is slidably guided at one end by one of the guide elements, in particular as described, and connected at the other end to the dog harness, in particular detachably, for example via a quick-release fastener, in particular a clip fastener. The guidance system, in particular the guide elements and / or the coupling pieces, are usually located at least partially within the dog's seating area. The back element may have a mounting wall, in particular on a side facing the front of the backpack, to which the guidance system, in particular the guide elements, are connected. The mounting wall may be the rear mounting compartment wall. The mounting wall may be rigid.The mounting panel can be oriented essentially in the vertical direction of the backpack and, in particular, in the horizontal direction of the backpack. The mounting panel can be a mounting plate. It can be practical for the back panel to serve as the mounting panel. To protect the dog tethering device, it is advantageous if the dog tethering device is connected to the back panel in such a way that, in the stowed position, the dog tethering device, in particular the guide system and especially the dog harness, is located in the storage compartment.

[0027] The mounting wall and / or the back wall can each be made of, in particular predominantly, metal and / or plastic. The support element, in particular the support surface, can be made of, in particular predominantly, metal and / or plastic. The plastic can be a fiber-reinforced plastic. The metal can be made of, in particular, aluminum or an aluminum-based alloy. The mounting wall and / or the back wall can be rigid or have a rigid core structure extending over a predominant, in particular essentially the entire, longitudinal and / or vertical extent of the respective wall.It is advantageous if the carrying element, in particular the carrying surface, and / or the mounting wall, especially each as part thereof, are covered at least partially, and in particular predominantly, with textile material and / or at least partially, and in particular predominantly, with cushioning material. This reduces the potential for injury to the dog placed on the carrying surface. It is also advantageous if the joints, in particular the rivets, are covered at least partially, and in particular predominantly, with textile material and / or at least partially, and in particular predominantly, with cushioning material. The textile material can be polyester. The cushioning material can be padding. The textile material and / or cushioning material can be part of the backpack.

[0028] The backpack, particularly the back panel, may have a frame structure, usually rigid, to give the backpack its shape. The backpack may have an outer shell made of, in particular, flexible material, especially fabric. The outer shell is usually supported by the frame structure. The outer shell and / or the frame structure may, particularly when the backpack is closed, especially in the stowed position, enclose an interior space of the backpack, in particular the receiving compartment and usually the storage compartment, specifically in a plane extending in the height and width of the backpack, essentially completely enclosing it. For high robustness, it is advantageous if the carrying element is tiltable, in particular via a tilting mechanism, especially in the manner described. The tilting mechanism may be connected to the frame structure and the carrying element.The retaining elements, particularly their end pieces, can be connected to the back panel of the frame structure. The back panel, especially its core structure, can be part of the frame structure. Particularly high robustness can be achieved if the frame structure is formed with one or more frames, each frame completely enclosing the interior of the backpack in both the vertical and horizontal directions. The multiple frames can be spaced apart lengthwise and arranged one behind the other. The frames can be connected to each other by rigid connecting elements of the frame structure, such that these rigid connecting elements are distributed along a circumference around the interior of the backpack, particularly around the receiving compartment and / or the storage compartment, usually spaced apart from one another.For example, each frame can have a rectangular shape, with the rectangular frames of different shapes being connected at their corners by connecting elements. The frame structure can be part of the back element. The frame structure can be made primarily of metal and / or fiber-reinforced plastic.

[0029] The dog can weigh more than 20 kg. The weight can be between 20 kg and 60 kg, particularly between 20 kg and 40 kg. The carrying element and the back element are typically designed and connected to each other to position the dog in the dog-carrying position on the carrying element and carry it with the backpack.

[0030] It may be advantageous to have a set comprising the backpack and a dog, with the dog being carried in the backpack, particularly as described in this document. The dog is usually positioned on the carrying element in the carrying position and is secured, in particular, with the dog tethering device.

[0031] The use of a backpack typically refers to its use in accordance with its intended purpose. A backpack usually has a back and a front, with the carrying straps located at the back, specifically connected to the back panel. The front is usually opposite the back of the backpack, particularly perpendicular to the backpack's height. In the dog-carrying position, the carrying element, especially the carrying surface, typically extends from the back panel towards the front of the backpack. Generally, the carrying element, especially the carrying surface, is located on the side of the back panel facing the front of the backpack, specifically the back wall, usually opposite the carrying straps on the back panel.The front view of the backpack is typically a view of the front of the backpack, with the back of the backpack usually considered secondary to the front view. The front view is typically a view perpendicular to the vertical direction of the backpack. The dog carrying position and / or the stowage position typically refers to a position and / or orientation of the carrying element, in particular the carrying surface, usually relative to the back element, especially when the backpack is in use. The further objective is achieved by using a backpack of the type mentioned above if the backpack is designed as described in this document and is used to carry a dog. In particular, the dog may weigh more than 20 kg.

[0032] Further features, advantages, and effects of the invention will become apparent from the following description of an exemplary embodiment. The drawings referred to therein show:

[0033] Fig. 1 shows a schematic representation of a backpack for carrying a dog, especially a large one, in a perspective view of the front of the backpack with the carrying element in a dog carrying position;

[0034] Fig. 2 is a schematic representation of the backpack of Fig. 1 in a lateral view of the backpack with the carrying element in a stowed position;

[0035] Fig. 3 is a schematic representation of the backpack of Fig. 1 in a lateral view of the backpack with the carrying element tilted from the dog carrying position towards the stowing position;

[0036] Figures 4 to 6 show schematic representations of a framework structure of the backpack without the outer shell of the backpack, with Figure 4 showing the structure with the carrying element in the dog carrying position in a lateral view of the backpack, Figure 5 showing the structure with the carrying element in the stow position in a lateral view, and Figure 6 showing the structure with the carrying element in the dog carrying position in a perspective view of the front of the backpack;

[0037] Fig. 7 and Fig. 8 show schematic representations of an exemplary coupling of a holding element of the backpack with the carrying element of the backpack.

[0038] Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of a backpack 1 for carrying a dog, particularly one weighing more than 20 kg, in a perspective view of the front of the backpack 1. The backpack 1 has a back element 2, with carrying straps 4 of the backpack 1 for attaching the backpack 1 to a person's back, as shown in Figure 2, arranged on the back of the backpack 1, specifically on a back wall 3 of the back element 2. The backpack 1 has a carrying element 6, preferably designed as a carrying plate, for positioning the dog on the carrying element 6, specifically on a carrying surface 5 of the carrying element 6, for carrying the backpack 1.The carrying element 6 and the back element 2 are connected to each other via a tilting device 7 such that the carrying element 6 can be moved from a dog carrying position, in which the carrying element 6 projects from the back element 2, usually essentially orthogonal to a height direction H of the backpack 1, to a stowing position, in which the carrying element 6 is usually aligned essentially in the height direction H of the backpack, by tilting the carrying element 6, as shown in Fig. 3.

[0039] The backpack 1 has a holding device formed with several holding elements 8 to connect the carrying element 6 and the back element 2, in particular detachably, to each other, so that in the dog carrying position the carrying element 6 is held against tipping downwards by the holding elements 8, as shown in Fig. 1. The holding elements 8 can be rods or strap elements. A first end 9 of each holding element 8 is connected to the carrying element 6 at an edge region of the carrying element 6 via a first coupling device of the holding device. A second end 10 of each

[0040] The retaining element 8 is pivotably connected to the back element 2 via a second coupling device of the retaining device in an upper region of the back element 2, preferably on a lateral side of the back element 2. Typically, at least one of the retaining elements 8 is connected to the carrying element 6 at a respective edge region of lateral sides of the carrying element 6 opposite each other in the width direction B of the backpack 1. Preferably, the retaining elements 8 are detachably connected to the back element 2 and detachably to the carrying element 6 in order to release the retaining elements 8 for tilting the carrying element 6 into the stow position and, for example, to store them in a storage compartment 26 of the backpack 1. Figures 7 and 8 schematically show an exemplary connection of the respective retaining element 8 to the carrying element 6 via the first coupling device.The first coupling device comprises a first coupling element, which is formed with the first end of the retaining element 8, and a second coupling element, which is part of the support element 6. The first coupling element is a coupling pin 11, and the second coupling element is a coupling receptacle 13. The coupling pin 11 is designed to form a positive connection with the coupling receptacle 13 by at least partially inserting it into the receptacle 13. The coupling pin 11 has a coupling segment 12 projecting transversely to the longitudinal axis of the retaining element 8, and the coupling receptacle 13 has a recess in the support element 6 designed as a through-pass. Specifically, the coupling pin 11 can have an L-shaped form, with the short arm of the L-shape representing the coupling segment 12.The passage has a first receiving section 14, which is shaped to correspond to the coupling pin 11 in order to at least partially insert the coupling pin 11 into the first receiving section 14 in the longitudinal direction of the retaining element 8, so that the coupling segment 12 passes through the passage. The passage also has a second receiving section 15 connected to the first receiving section 14, so that the coupling pin 11 can be displaced from the first receiving section 14 transversely to the longitudinal direction of the retaining element 8 into the second receiving section 15. A coupling section of the coupling receptacle, which is formed with an underside surface of the support element 6, forms a stop for the coupling pin 11 displaced into the second receiving section 14, thus preventing the coupling pin 11 from being removed from the second receiving section 15 in the opposite direction to the longitudinal direction of the retaining element 8.

[0041] The carrying element 6 can be formed with several carrying element segments 16 that can be folded out relative to each other in order to vary the width of the carrying surface 5, as shown in Fig. 1. Each carrying element segment 16 has a surface segment, such that in an unfolded state, the respective surface segment forms part of the carrying surface 5. Each of the carrying element segments 16 can comprise a main segment 17 and two secondary segments 18, with one of the secondary segments 18 being foldable on opposite sides of the main segment 17 in the width direction B of the backpack 1. In this way, the carrying surface 5 can be widened on both lateral sides of the main segment 17 opposite each other in the width direction B of the backpack 1 by unfolding the secondary segments 18. The main segment 17 can have essentially the same average width as the back element 2.The secondary segments 18 typically have a smaller average width than the main segment 17. The backpack 1 can have a closable compartment 23 located at the front of the back element 2, so that the carrying element 6 can be received and, in particular, enclosed in the compartment 23 when stowed. The compartment 23 has a front wall 25 and a rear wall 24, between which the carrying element is arranged when stowed. The front wall 25 can be tilted forward of the backpack 1 to open the compartment 23, thus allowing the carrying surface 5 to be tilted from the stowed position to the dog-carrying position. Fig. 2 shows the backpack 1 of Fig. 1 in a side view with the compartment 23 closed and the carrying element 6 inside. Fig. 3 shows the backpack 1 of Fig.Figure 1 shows a side view of the carrier with the compartment 23 open, the front wall 24 of the compartment tilted, and the carrying surface 5 tilted from the stowed position to the dog-carrying position. The compartment 23 has a closure mechanism, preferably a zipper, with which the compartment 23 can be closed, particularly reversibly. The back element 2 can have a storage compartment 26, which can be closed, particularly with a zipper, to store the retaining elements 8 in the storage compartment 26 when stowed. The retaining elements 8 can be of variable length to reduce the length of each retaining element 8 for storage purposes.

[0042] The backpack features a dog tethering device 19 for securing a dog positioned in the dog-carrying position on the carrying element 6. The dog tethering device 19 includes a guide system 21 for connecting it, particularly releasably, to a dog harness 20, so that the dog harness 20 can be moved along the guide system 21 in the vertical direction H of the backpack 1. The guide system 21 is designed with several guide elements 22 extending in the vertical direction H of the backpack 1, which are implemented as guide straps, to connect a dog harness 20 to the guide elements 22 in a vertically slidable manner. The guide elements 22 are connected to the back element 2 on the rear wall 24 of the receiving compartment. The dog harness 20 can be part of the dog tethering device 19.Typically, the backpack 1 has a frame structure 27, which is particularly rigid, and an outer shell made of flexible material, the outer shell being supported by the frame structure 27. Figures 4 to 6 show schematic representations of a structural assembly of the backpack 1 without the outer shell. The frame structure 27 can enclose an interior space of the backpack 1, in particular the receiving compartment 24 and / or the storage compartment 26. The frame structure 27 is formed by two frames 28 spaced apart from each other in the longitudinal direction L of the backpack 1, the frames 28 being connected to each other by connecting elements 29 of the frame structure 27 extending between the frames 28, such that the connecting elements 29 are arranged at intervals around the interior space.The frames 28 can have a rectangular shape, with the connecting parts 29 connecting corresponding corners of the rectangular shapes of the frames 28. The scaffold structure 27 can be part of the back element 2. The tilting device 7 can be tiltably connected to the scaffold structure 27 in a lower area. A first frame can be designed as part of the back wall 3 of the backpack 1. A second frame can be arranged downstream of the first frame in the longitudinal direction L of the backpack 1, oriented from a rear to a front.

[0043] Figure 4 schematically shows the structural assembly of the backpack 1 with the carrying element 6 tilted into the dog-carrying position, the carrying element segments 16 being folded together. The retaining elements 8 are pivotally connected to the frame structure 27 on a lateral side of the backpack 1, specifically in an upper region of the first frame 28. Figure 5 schematically shows the structural assembly of the backpack 1 with the carrying element 6 tilted into the stowed position. In a stowed state, the respective retaining element 8 can have a shorter length compared to its operational state, as shown in Figures 4 and 5. Figure 6 schematically shows the structural assembly of the backpack 1 with the carrying element 6 tilted into the dog-carrying position, the carrying element segments 16 being unfolded.The retaining elements 8 are brought into an operating state in which the retaining elements 8 have an increased length compared to the storage state in order to hold the support element 6.

Claims

Patent claims 1. Backpack (1) for carrying a dog, in particular a large dog, wherein the backpack (1) has a back element (2) with carrying straps (4) for attaching the backpack (1) to the back of a person and a carrying element (6), in particular a carrying plate, for arranging the dog on the carrying element (6) for carrying the dog, characterized in that the carrying element (6) and the back element (2) are connected via a tilting device (7) such that the carrying element (6) can be moved from a dog carrying position, in which the carrying element (6) projects from the back element for carrying the dog, to a stowing position by tilting the carrying element (6) relative to the back element (2).

2. Backpack (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the carrying element (6) is connected to the back element (2) in a tiltable manner at a lower area of ​​the back element (2).

3. Backpack (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the carrying element (6) can be tilted into the stowing position by a tilting angle of more than 45°, preferably approximately 90°, starting from the dog carrying position, in particular towards the back element.

4. Backpack (1) according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the backpack (1) has a receiving compartment (23), in particular a closable one, so that the carrying element (6) can be received or received in the receiving compartment (23) in the stow position, wherein preferably the receiving compartment (23) can be opened in such a way that the carrying element (6) can be tilted from the stow position into the dog carrying position.

5. Backpack (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that the receiving compartment (23) has a front receiving compartment wall (25) that is movable relative to the back element (6), in particular foldable and / or tiltable, in order to open the receiving compartment for tilting the carrying element (6) from the stowing position to the dog carrying position.

6. Backpack (1) according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the backpack (1) comprises a holding device having one or more holding elements (8), in particular rods and / or strap elements, in order to connect the carrying element (6) and the back element (2) to each other, in particular detachably, with the respective holding element (8), so that the carrying element (6) is held against tipping downwards in the dog carrying position.

7. Backpack (1) according to claim 6, characterized in that the respective retaining element (8) is detachably connected to the carrying element (6) via a first coupling device, wherein the first coupling device comprises a first coupling element which is part of the retaining element (8) and a second coupling element which is part of the carrying element (6) or part of the back element (2), wherein one of the coupling elements is a coupling receptacle (13) and the other coupling element is a coupling pin (11), wherein, in order to establish the connection with the first coupling device, the coupling pin (11) can be connected to the coupling receptacle (13) by at least partial insertion into the coupling receptacle (13), in particular in a form-fitting manner.

8. Backpack (1) according to claim 7, characterized in that the coupling pin (11) has a coupling segment (12) projecting transversely to the longitudinal axis of the retaining element (8) or a varying outer diameter along a longitudinal axis of the retaining element (8) in order to connect the coupling pin (11) to the coupling receptacle (13), preferably forming a stop.

9. Backpack (1) according to claim 7 or 8, characterized in that the coupling elements can be connected to each other, preferably forming a stop, by moving the coupling elements relative to each other in a direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the holding element (8) and / or by rotating the coupling elements relative to each other about a longitudinal axis of the holding element (8).

10. Backpack (1) according to one of claims 7 to 9, characterized in that the coupling receptacle has a first receiving section (14) which is shaped to correspond to the coupling pin (11), such that the coupling pin (11) is at least partially in the longitudinal direction of the retaining element (8). the first receiving section (14) can be inserted, and has a second receiving section (15) connected to the first receiving section (14), such that the coupling pin (11) can be displaced from the first receiving section (14) transversely to the longitudinal direction of the retaining element (8) into the second receiving section (15), wherein a coupling section of the coupling receptacle forms a stop for the coupling pin (11) displaced into the second receiving section (14), so that removal of the coupling pin (11) from the second The receiving section (15) is prevented in the opposite direction to the longitudinal direction of the retaining element (8).

11. Backpack (1) according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that a carrying surface (5) of the carrying element (8), on which the dog can be arranged in the carrying position for carrying the dog, is variable in size, in particular such that the carrying surface (5) in the dog carrying position is larger, in particular wider, than in the stow position.

12. Backpack (1) according to one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that the backpack (1) has a dog tethering device (19) for tethering the dog arranged in the dog carrying position on the carrying surface (5) via the dog tethering device (19), wherein preferably the dog tethering device (19) is arranged at least partially in a dog arrangement area in which the dog is arranged on the carrying element (2).

13. Backpack (1) according to claim 12, characterized in that the dog tethering device has a guide system (21) for connecting, in particular detachably, to a dog chest harness (20), so that the The dog chest harness (20) is guided and movable in the vertical direction (H) of the backpack (1) by the guidance system (21).

14. Backpack (1) according to claim 13, characterized in that the guide system (21) is formed with one or more guide elements (22) extending in the vertical direction (H), in particular guide straps or guide rods, in order to connect the dog chest harness (20) slidably in the vertical direction (H) to the guide elements (22).

15. Use of a backpack (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 14 for carrying a dog, which dog in particular weighs more than 20 kg.

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