Composite covered bowls such as pet food and water bowls

摘要

A cover for a bowl, such as a pet food or water bowl, that comprises a lower cover molded on or affixed to the lower surface of a bowl, and a plastic decorative outer sleeve secured to the outer surface of the bowl and held in place by the lower cover. The outer cover provides aesthetically pleasing exterior features. The lower cover provide skid resistance properties, being fabricated from rubber or plastic secured to the lower outer surface of the metallic bowl.

主权项

1. An animal feeder or drinking container substantially comprising:
a bowl formed of stainless steel or other metal, said bowl having a generally concave exterior lower outer surface circumscribed by an outwardly angular upwardly directed sidewall forming a containment volume for animal food or drink; an upper peripheral rim formed about an upper opening of said bowl; an outer cover circumscribing at least a portion of an exterior outer surface of said bowl; and a lower cover secured to at least a portion of an outer lower surface of said bowl in a manner such that said lower cover remains affixed to said bowl during use.