KR-102962727-B1 - Pet Bath Device

Abstract

A pet bathing device includes a bathtub portion that can be filled with water and forms a pet bathing space, a pet bathtub formed at the bottom of the bathtub portion and having a drain formed therein to drain water, and a water flow generator disposed in at least one area of the bottom and side wall of the bathtub portion and moving the water filled in the bathtub portion to generate a water flow.

Inventors

• 윤윤석

Dates

Publication Date

20260511

Application Date

20230705

Claims (5)

1. Regarding pet bathing devices, A pet bathtub that can be filled with water and has a bathtub portion forming a pet bathing space and a drain formed at the bottom of the bathtub portion to drain water; A water flow generator disposed in at least one area of the bottom and side wall of the bathtub portion and moving water filled in the bathtub portion to generate a water flow; A dryer for drying pet hair by being positioned in at least one area of the bottom and side wall of the bathtub portion and blowing air toward the inside of the bathtub portion; and A heater positioned at the front of the above-mentioned dryer to heat the moving air; comprising, The bathtub portion is provided with a water flow generator inlet for introducing water into the interior at the location of the water flow generator and a water flow generator outlet for discharging water discharged from the water flow generator into the interior, and is provided with a dryer receiving groove, which is a recessed area at the location where the dryer is installed. The above-mentioned water flow generator is positioned between the water flow generator inlet and the water flow generator outlet, and generates a water flow as water within the bathtub circulates from the water flow generator inlet to the water flow generator outlet. The above dryer is, A blower fan that is rotated by a blower motor to generate a drying airflow for drying pet hair; and A pet bathing device characterized by including a fan cover that covers the blower fan to prevent the user from being injured by the blower fan.
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4. In Article 1, A pet bathing device characterized by further including a user washing unit disposed in at least one area of the bottom and side wall of the bathtub portion, into which a user’s hand is inserted from the outside to wash a pet inside the bathtub portion.
5. In Article 1, A pet bathing device characterized by further including a restraining member disposed in at least one area of the bottom and side wall of the bathtub portion to restrain the movement of the pet.

Description

Pet Bath Device The present invention relates to a pet bathing device, and more specifically, to a pet bathing device that allows for easy bathing of a pet. Recently, many households are raising various types of pets, such as dogs and cats. Being with pets can relieve stress and provide a sense of psychological stability. Furthermore, through emotional bonding with pets, one can enjoy boundless happiness while feeling love and responsibility. However, in residential environments where apartment living has become commonplace, attention must be paid to the hygiene and health of pets. Regular bathing is crucial for maintaining a pet's cleanliness. Bathing is a difficult and strenuous task for both the owner and the pet. Some owners pay high costs to outsource bathing services. However, many pets experience significant stress during the bathing process, often leading them to avoid baths even more. Consequently, many owners still bathe their pets at home. When bathing a pet in a bathtub, one must hold the pet still with one hand while wetting it with a showerhead using the other. A specialized shampoo is then used to gently lather the fur. Although the pet must be rinsed thoroughly, it instinctively shakes off the water during this process, causing soap and water to splash around and make a mess. Since the pet cannot be held still during the bath, it may try to escape to avoid the process or struggle, sometimes slipping on the soapy floor. If soap residue remains on your pet's body, it can cause skin irritation or itching, so you must rinse thoroughly with plenty of water; however, this can also be difficult. Additionally, you must thoroughly dry your pet's fur after bathing. If the fur is not dried sufficiently, skin infections or other skin problems may occur. However, when owners dry their pets' fur with a hair dryer, hair flies around or falls out, making it unhygienic, and the pets may become stressed or anxious due to the strong airflow or high heat. As such, bathing pets is time-consuming and presents inconveniences for both the owner and the pet. Prior art: Korean Published Patent Application No. 10-2022-0115302 (August 17, 2022) FIG. 1 is an example of a bathing device for pets according to the present invention. Figure 2 is an example of drying for a pet bathing device. Figure 3 is a detailed installation diagram of the dryer. Figure 4 is an example diagram of a user cleaning section and a restraining section. Figure 5 is a control block diagram of a pet bathing device. Hereinafter, a pet bathing device (1) according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. FIG. 1 is an example of bathing of a pet bathing device (1) according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is an example of drying of a pet bathing device (1), FIG. 3 is a detailed installation diagram of a dryer (30), FIG. 4 is an example of a user washing unit (50) and a restraining unit (60), and FIG. 5 is a control block diagram of a pet bathing device (1). The configuration of the pet bathing device (1) is explained with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5. The pet bathing device (1) includes a pet bathtub (10), a water flow generator (20), a dryer (30), a heater (40), a user washing unit (50), a restraint unit (60), and a control unit (70). The pet bathtub (10) includes a bathtub section (11), a drain (12), and a drain plug (13). The bathtub section (11) can be filled with water and forms a bathing space for a pet (2). The bathtub section (11) includes a water flow generator inlet (111), a water flow generator outlet (112), and a dryer receiving groove (113). The water flow generator inlet (111) is an inlet through which water in the bathtub (11) is introduced by the water flow generator (20). The water flow generating outlet (112) is an outlet through which water inside the bathtub (11) is discharged by the water flow generator (20). The dryer receiving groove (113) is a recessed area in one area of the bathtub part (11) to accommodate the dryer (30), and a detailed description will be given later. A drain (12) is formed at the bottom of the bathtub (11) to drain water. The drain plug (13) is a plug that opens and closes the drain (12). A water flow generator (20) is positioned in at least one area of the bottom and side wall of the bathtub portion (11) and generates a water flow by moving the water filled in the bathtub portion (11). The water flow generator (20) includes a first water flow generator (21), a second water flow generator (22), a third water flow generator (23), and a fourth water flow generator (24). The first water flow generator (21) is positioned between the water flow generator inlet (111) and the water flow generator outlet (112) of the bathtub section (11) to generate water flow as the water inside the bathtub section (11) circulates from the water flow generator inlet (111) to the water flow generator outlet (112). The first water flow generator (21) is in