Did you ever wish your furry friend would help you clean instead of licking you to death? Gotcha covered with this combo toy dog/vacuum cleaner. Anne Margaret Zaleski received a patent in 1973. The device is to vacuum a dog after a haircut and grooming without causing fear to the animal. The vacuum sound is supposedly muffled in the interior while the dog enjoys the dryer (hot air blows from the tail end). Would you use the toy dog/vacuum on your pet?

Never be accused of foul play to fowls again! Give credit to Andrew Jackson, Jr. for patenting the Chicken Eye Protectors in 1903. It supposedly protects their eyes from other chickens who might "attempt to peck them." Hmmm, wonder if it allows the chicken to see that nice person coming to invite them to dinner...and not as a guest. Were you aware of chicken eye protectors before the survey?

Bye bye boredom, hello Cycling Activity Belt (patented 2001). According to Laurie J. Norton, the belt features devices that will entertain a child riding in a child carrier seat behind a cyclist. The devices attach with clips so they can be changed to suit the age or interest of the child. Does this sound like a practical idea?

In a room where the air quality leaves much to be desired? Say no more. William Holmes patented the Fresh Air Breathing Device and Method in 1982. It consist of a breathing tube inserted through the water trap of a toilet. The fresh air is from a vent pipe connected to a sewer line of the toilet. Hopefully, there are plumbers on board who understand all that as I got lost after "say no more." Were you aware of this device before the survey?

Most people who wear glasses get tired of them sliding down their noses. Problem solved with this solution patented by John Rose In 2006. These Frameless Glasses actually attach directly to the body with body piercing studs. Guaranteed that if the glasses slide, the rest of your face goes with them. Are you brave enough to try this?