Nasal Support Device for Animals and Method

Abstract

Devices and methods for facilitating air flow in the nasal passages of domestic animals are disclosed. The devices include support devices for supporting unsupported tissues of the nasal passages which facilitate air flow during rest, physical exertion, respiratory ailment, etc. Components and methods to facilitate application of the support device to the nose of an animal are also disclosed.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A support device for supporting tissues overlying a first and second nasal passage, the support device comprising:
 an engaging layer including an adhesive for engaging the support device to the tissues;   a surface layer;   a support layer positioned between the engaging layer and surface layer; and   a carrier layer releasably mounted to the surface layer.