Pet operated pet food protecting device

摘要

A pet feeding apparatus (20) includes a base (2) defining a hole which is so configured and arranged to receive a pet feeding bowl (30). A cover (24) is hinged to the rear of the base (22) and rotates between an upward position and a downward position. A treadle (26) is hinged to the front (57) of the base (22) and rotates between an upward position and a downward position. A ram mechanism (50) having a first end contiguous with the underside of the cover (24) and a second end connected to the treadle (26) moves in response rotation of the treadle (26). A vermin mote (38) is defined in the base (22) around the hole and holds liquid to form a liquid barrier around the pet feeding bowl (30). A spring mechanism (70) is connected to the base (22) and is contiguous with the cover (24) for urging the cover (24) into a downward position. The cover (24) includes an extended lip (46) which protrudes outwardly from a front side thereof and becomes flush with the treadle (26) to prevent the pet from becoming caught in the device (20).