Fortunately, our canine partners have not been affected by the current global pandemic, but it turns out that there are other dangers that may require them to wear a mask: foxtail seeds. After receiving a $400 vet bill for extracting foxtails from his dog [Hildeguard]’s ears, [Amos Dudley] decided to take the threat seriously and made a 3D printed mask that fits her.

[Amos] The only commercial solution that can be found is "OutFox Field Guard", which is a $50 vinyl-coated mesh bag that can cover the entire dog's head. An unfortunate side effect of it is that it causes some other dogs to try to tear it off and are not allowed to easily enter the mouth to get snacks or balls. [Hilde]’s custom mask was designed in CAD after a rough 3D scan of her head using the iPhone app. The bottom is open, allowing [hild] to use her mouth freely, while the nose and ear holes are covered with net cloth. Custom thermoformed polycarbonate lenses cover the eye holes. The mask itself is printed with Draft resin and filled with a thin layer of foam. You can also use a 3D printed mold to make a silicone version. There is an integrated GoPro bracket on the top, and we can't help but wonder what other electronic upgrades can be installed on this sci-fi-looking mask.

At the scene, the mask worked very well, and it didn't seem to bother [Hilde]. Unfortunately, it does not solve the problem of other dogs trying to tear it off in the park, so currently [Amos] only uses it for more solitary activities, such as hiking.

It seems [Amos] is not struggling in that department, but if you need some help to burn your dog's energy, you can always build a 3D printed automatic ball launcher for them.

This looks great! This is a cyberpunk dog helmet!

Can't wait to make the RGB version visible at night, or double as a variety of wearable smart "watches", possibly with GPS tracking function, so as not to lose the dog.

"Daft Pooch" helmet and "Darth Pooch" helmet

"I found it disturbing that you didn't pitch!"

It needs metal coating and LED to become Daft Pup.

They got foxtail grass in the dog's ears, so they made a mask...not to cover the ears?

From the fifth sentence: "...and the holes in the nose and ears are covered by net cloth."

I've read it, honestly! It just didn't enter my brain...

Come on, you can even see the grid on the picture:(

I believe he was talking about a $50 retail face mask, which does not seem to have earmuffs at first glance.

How can anyone like their dog. :)

You will need to cover more than just the head. At some point, our hound was sitting on the trail and found one from the output port. That ulcerated and needed surgery to remove it.

Have to read these things, they seem to be everywhere. As one website said:

"Foxtails travel. Relentlessly moving forward, never back, they can migrate from the inside of your dog's nose to its brain. They can penetrate the skin or be inhaled-and then perforated-the lungs." Source: https ://pets.webmd.com/dogs/foxtail-grass-and-your-dog#1

interesting. Want to know how wild animals deal with it?

In rare cases, setaria enters the lungs and perforates, they treat it by lying down and fertilizing the setaria seeds and everything else in the nearby area. :-)

"Fortunately, our canine partners have not been affected by the current global pandemic."

Unfortunately, this may not be true: https://www.bbc.com/news/health-57666245

Cats can catch the coronavirus and spread it to each other, dogs are not, and PCR tests often mislead animals to lick infected owners. They have collected enough virus fragments to register and they are not actually infected, otherwise they need to start warning people that toilets may also be infected. In fact, you are more likely to be infected with covid-19 in toilets than dogs.

His lenses use acrylic instead of polycarbonate.

> Foxtail and your dog:

https://pets.webmd.com/dogs/foxtail-grass-and-your-dog#1

In other words, unfortunately [Amos Dudley]'s method of protecting [Hildeguard] from Foxtails also "protected" her from cocktails-I certainly disagree (Uh!)

I am not happy, this is animal cruelty. This device will cook the dog’s brain and eyes in summer. It only serves the owner of the dog-install an action cam for his pet.

You seem to have misunderstood the term "cook", which is also mammalian biology. The dog cools itself by panting, and this process is not concealed by this mask.

Just wear a bicycle helmet when riding a bicycle, and the dog can pant, as long as you give him a drink. In addition to being more cruel, do you wear a thin helmet on your head or a plant equivalent to a porcupine thorn on your face?

For a long time, the police and the army have been using this kind of protection. In training, they may risk pushing their dogs (not to mention humans) to the brink of death, because some breeds don’t know when to stop, but this is more It's about conditions and dog behavior. Source, a retired military dog ​​trainer, she recognized the identity of my own retired military dog ​​and told me all about the breed, the mal-dutch X, and how the German Shepherd was more wise. They just think they have had enough and look for a cool place to rest instead of running until they die from overheating.

>Fortunately, our canine partners have not been affected by the current global pandemic. In fact, dogs and cats can be infected with COVID. You might want to do some research before using some cute openings at will.

Reality: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-dogs-get-coronavirus/

The "cute" prologue is correct. Although dogs can test positive (surprisingly, if you have recently been infected with/any/strain of coronavirus...even the common cold...you can test positive), it will not affect them.

You might want to do some research before talking nonsense. Try harder next time.

No social distancing or wearing a mask.

What impressed me more than making a helmet is letting dogs wear it. If you have tried this on cats, it will not show HaD but Darwin Prize!

You also have to cover your mouth. The foxtail will get stuck in the gums and burrow out of the cheeks, causing serious infections

I am surprised at the seriousness of this problem. I always walk my dog ​​next to a field full of foxtail grass, and I have never encountered a problem. I never thought they were dangerous before, just a nasty seed stuck in their coat. thanks for your reminder.

It may be best to paint "helmutt" (yes, I just invented) white to keep it cool. Maybe add a few more mesh vents to keep some air flowing. well done

I might consider using wire mesh or mesh around the eyes to increase breathability. If acrylic starts to fog, it can also improve visibility.

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