Arden E Read

US Patent:

6230657, May 15, 2001

Filed:

Jul 12, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/351871

Inventors:

Arden E. Read - Beaumont TX

International Classification:

A01K 2900
A01K 1504

US Classification:

119502

Abstract:

An examination table for animals and other heavy or uncooperative objects has an examination surface supported by a lift and surrounded by a shroud. The lift moves the examination surface in a vertical direction, thereby allowing an animal to be led, rather than lifted, to the examination surface. The shroud pens the animal in the table, thereby preventing it from leaving the examination surface. In the described embodiment, the lift comprises a motorized scissor lift, and the shroud is attached to the apparatus and includes a hinged door to allow ingress of the object or animal to be examined. Wheels are also provided for the ease of moving the apparatus.