A mechanical device to scratch and stroke household pets upon demand is disclosed. A base fastenable on a vertical structural element mounts a petting arm for vertically adjustable and foldable positioning perpendicularly thereto. The petting arm is a compound member interconnected in its medial part by a motivating mechanism that moves the outer portion, carrying a hand-like petting element in a petting and stroking fashion. The motivating mechanism may be electrically activated and if so may include an electronic eye or position sensitive switch to sense pet position to institute petting upon pet demand. Vertical adjustment of the petting arm on the base allows use of the device with various sized animals.
A mechanically assisted animal self-grooming device simulates the brushing movements of a human hand by utilizing a compact, maintenance-free miniature electric motor assembly (22) affixed and concealed to the underside of upper surface (28) of housing assembly (10). The electric motor assembly output shaft (24) is directly coupled to an opening (30) in the bottom of the brush body (12). The brush body (12) is shaped to accommodate the top and side surface of an animal's body simultaneously. An electrically powered reversing switch (40) permits changing the rotation of the electric motor (48) when desired. An animal can effectively groom its coat by simply pressing any part of its body against the rotating brush.
The invention is a device used for relaxation and for the relief of stress. The device is placed next to a bed on which the subject lies prone. It may be situated on the floor or on a bed side table. An adjustable vertical support column mounted on a base supports a rotatably mounted motor cooperating with a horizontally oriented sweep arm. The sweep arm is equipped with depending "fingers" that make constant contact with the subject's back when the height of the support column is properly adjusted. Different types of "fingers" can be reversibly attached to the sweep arm. The sweep arm moves in a back and forth motion controlled by the rotating motor. A timer enables the device to be turned off automatically so as not to disturb the relaxation of the subject.
A massage device that allows an individual or therapist to control a massaging implement through the manipulation of control levers. The massage device employs a frame that houses the positioning motors within individual frame members to allow a simplified control scheme of vertical and horizontal movements that operate in a parallel plane to the body of an individual receiving the massage. A massaging implement pivots and rotates along a positioning arm and engages an individual by gravity. A moveable platform allows an individual to be properly positioned for the massage and permit the device to consume a small footprint during storage.
A vibrating baby blanket is disclosed, comprising a traditional baby blanket. Located inside of the blanket is a vibrating mechanism, the approximate size of an adult's outstretched hand, which produces vibrations to simulate the patting of a parent on a child's back. The vibrating mechanism is adjustable in frequency and intensity. The blanket is decoratively adorned, and plays music via an electronic music box, located inside of a control unit. The control unit and vibrating mechanism are located inside of a pocket on the blanket, thus permitting them to be removed when the blanket needs washing. Power is supplied by a detachable power cord and direct current power supply, as well as a rechargeable batteries. A portable pad is also disclosed.
