Jill Marie Calhoun

US Patent:

61928356, Feb 27, 2001

Filed:

Apr 29, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/303090

Inventors:

Jill M. Calhoun - Salem OR
Barbara A. Russell - Salem OR

International Classification:

A01K 2700

US Classification:

119792

Abstract:

Embodiments of a hands-free leash system are described, which include quick-connect/disconnect fasteners to attach a belt around a person's waist, the belt to a leash, and the leash to a collar adapter. The leash system also includes a second attachment point on the belt for attaching a second end of the leash to the belt, so that the leash may be stored on the belt when not in use on the pet, instead of dangling from the belt or from the user's hand. Preferably, both of the leash attachment points on the belt are assemblies that may slide independently along the length of the belt, preferably all the way around the belt, so that the pet may maneuver around the user without tangling or twisting of the leash system. The quick-connect/disconnect feature of the fasteners allows for quick handling and response to any emergency.