US Patent 11622538 Apparatus and method for catching animal urine

A band for attachment to a midsection of an animal is disclosed. The band includes a central portion, a first and second buckle strap, and a buckle. The first and second buckle straps are integral with the central portion and taper to a uniform width. The central portion has a width greater than the uniform width of the first and second buckle straps. The buckle includes a male buckle secured to a distal end of the first buckle strap and a female buckle secured to a distal end of the second buckle strap. The buckle is designed to latch over a back of the animal, and the protective liner is designed to cover an underside of the animal, in use.