ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 21 -- United States Patent no. 12,604,868, issued on April 21.
"Cat nail file enrichment box" was invented by Chasity Hobbs (Carthage, N.C.) and Bradley Hobbs (Carthage, N.C.).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A cat enrichment puzzle box designed to provide a stress-free alternative to traditional nail trimming methods. The invention features sandpaper or abrasive material placed within the internal structure of the box. This material interacts with a cat's claws during natural behaviors such as pawing and scratching, gently filing the nails over time. The box includes interactive features to engage a cat's instincts, promoting mental stimulation, physical activity, and gro...