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US3949752A
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Menstrual device for an animal
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-08-31
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Granted: 1976-04-13
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Expires: 1993-08-31
Abstract
Abstract A menstrual device for an animal -- particularly a canine bitch -- of the tampon and depositor type. The absorbent tampon is extremely small in comparison to human type and varies in size in dependence on the size of the animal. The composition of the tampon is especially characterized by including a deodorizer and a spermicidal agent to prevent pregnancy. The tampon additonally includes a lubricant rearwardly for ease of removal.
Inventors
- 👤 Beverly Van Stee
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 10:34
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61D; A61D9/00; A61F; A61F13/00; A61F13/15; A61F13/20; A61F13/2051; A61F13/2002; A61F13/202; A61F2013/15008; A61F2013/15048; A61F2013/15186
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
62 words
A tampon for use with a lower animal having an angular vaginal canal with a cul-de-sac comprising an enclosure having a menstral fluid absorbent material on a forward end and a means to permit easy removal including a lubricant means on the rear end having a means for releasing the lubricant after insertion to provide a lubricated return path for the tampon.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
62 words
A tampon for use with a lower animal having an angular vaginal canal with a cul-de-sac comprising an enclosure having a menstral fluid absorbent material on a forward end and a means to permit easy removal including a lubricant means on the rear end having a means for releasing the lubricant after insertion to provide a lubricated return path for the tampon.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The tampon of claim 1 wherein said lubricant releasing means comprises a string also attached to said tampon.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
13 words
The tampon of claim 1 wherein said absorbent material further comprises a deodorant.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
13 words
The tampon of claim 1 wherein said lubricant material further comprises a spermicide.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
11 words
The tampon of claim 1 wherein said lubricant is a carbowax.
Claim 7
Independent Claim
136 words
The method of utilizing a tampon for the capture of menstral fluids of a lower animal having a non-linear vaginal canal with a cul-de-sac comprising the steps of providing a tampon with an absorbent body enclosure and holding means on one end and a lubrication dispensing means on the other end, placing the tampon in the vagina vestibule with the absorbent body facing forwardly and inwardly and the dispensing means facing rearwardly, inserting the tampon in the vaginal canal upwardly a short distance, then continuing the insertion horizontally the required distance, leaving the tampon in place a suitable time to permit release of the lubricant from the dispensing means and to capture of menstral fluids, and then removing the tampon rearwardly as the dispensing means provides lubrication for the outward passage through the angular vaginal canal.
Claim 8
Independent Claim
136 words
The method of utilizing a tampon for the capture of menstral fluids of a lower animal having a non-linear vaginal canal with a cul-de-sac comprising the steps of providing a tampon with an absorbent body enclosure and holding means on one end and a lubrication dispensing means on the other end, placing the tampon in the vagina vestibule with the absorbent body facing forwardly and inwardly and the dispensing means facing rearwardly, inserting the tampon in the vaginal canal upwardly a short distance, then continuing the insertion horizontally the required distance, leaving the tampon in place a suitable time to permit release of the lubricant from the dispensing means and to capture of menstral fluids, and then removing the tampon rearwardly as the dispensing means provides lubrication for the outward passage through the angular vaginal canal.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-04-13 | 1979-10-13 | 1980-04-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-04-13 | 1983-10-13 | 1984-04-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-04-13 | 1987-10-13 | 1988-04-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |