KR20240085270A - Subscription service provision system for pet care - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a service provision system that provides subscribers with a customized service according to the pet's life cycle every month to help care for their pet. More specifically, it relates to a dedicated app for using the subscription service ( app) is installed, allowing you to apply for and cancel subscription services that require input of pet-related information, purchase various packages sold through the dedicated app, and select a veterinary hospital to treat your pet. Based on the subscriber device that enables reservations and pet-related information, including the pet's date of birth or number of months since birth, entered by the subscriber, we provide customized information according to the pet's life cycle and provide various package information. It is characterized by including a management server that processes provision and order details, provides affiliated animal hospital information, and makes reservations.

Description

Subscription service provision system for pet care {Subscription service provision system for pet care}

The present invention relates to a system for providing a subscription service for the care of companion animals. More specifically, a service that provides subscribers with customized services according to the life cycle of companion animals on a monthly basis to help with the care of companion animals. It's about the delivery system.

Recently, as people's perception of animals such as dogs and cats has changed significantly, people's desire to provide better food and toys for their pets, as well as high-quality medical services, has increased significantly. am.

Therefore, thanks to the above-mentioned people's desires and corresponding expenditures, the size of the pet-related industry is also increasing significantly. In relation to this, see “Pet Animal Health Management System and Method” in Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-1642460 and Several inventions have been proposed and disclosed, including “Companion animal life management system and method” in Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2325259.

In other words, the “Health Management System and Method for Pets” in Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-1642460 not only shortens the waiting time at the veterinary hospital through advance reservation, but also facilitates communication between the guardian and the veterinary hospital. An invention has been proposed regarding a system and method that can help guardians manage the health of companion animals.

In addition, the “pet life management system and method” of the Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2325259 provides not only medical services but also loss prevention services using cameras by generating life information for each pet and registering it on the server. Inventions relating to systems and methods that can be used are proposed.

However, since the above-mentioned prior inventions focus only on the health care of companion animals, there is a problem in that they cannot be used for purposes other than health care or have clear limitations in that they can only be used in a limited way.

Therefore, by solving the problems of the above-mentioned prior inventions, it not only satisfies the needs of people who want to provide better food and toys for their pets and provides high-quality medical services, but also helps with funeral procedures after death. It can be said that a new invention is being required to make this possible.

Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-1642460 (July 19, 2016) Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2325259 (2021. 11. 05)

The system for providing a subscription service for the care of companion animals according to the present invention,

Since the above-described prior inventions focus only on the health care of companion animals, there are clear limitations in that they cannot be used for purposes other than health care or, even if used, they can only be used in a limited manner. Therefore, a solution to this problem is being sought. The purpose is to present.

The present invention aims to achieve the above object,

A dedicated app is installed to use the subscription service, allowing you to apply for and cancel subscription services that require input of pet-related information, purchase various packages sold through the dedicated app, and provide Subscriber devices that enable selection and appointment of veterinary clinics for treatment; And, based on pet-related information, including the pet's date of birth or number of months since birth, entered by the subscriber, we provide customized information according to the pet's life cycle, provide various package information, and process order details. Management server that provides affiliated animal hospital information and makes reservations; We present a subscription service provision system for the care of companion animals, characterized in that it includes.

At this time, the management server is a database that stores customized information according to the life cycle of the companion animal, companion animal-related information entered by subscribers, various package information configured by the manager, affiliated animal hospital information, and affiliated funeral home information; an information provider that selects customized information based on pet-related information entered by the subscriber and transmits it to the subscriber device; An order processing department that processes subscribers’ order details; And, we make medical treatment reservations for companion animals based on subscribers’ selections and inputs targeting affiliated animal hospitals, and make funeral reservations for companion animals based on subscribers’ selections and inputs targeting affiliated funeral companies. Reservation management department acting on behalf of; It is characterized by being composed of a.

The system for providing a subscription service for the care of companion animals according to the present invention,

Based on the pet-related information entered by subscribers (pet guardians), we not only provide customized information according to the pet's life cycle, but also allow the purchase of various packages including food, snacks, and toys, and provide affiliated services. By providing information on animal hospitals and making reservations on their behalf, the effect of satisfying people's desire to provide better food and toys for their pets and provide high-quality medical services is achieved.

In addition, the present invention has the effect of helping with post-mortem funeral procedures for companion animals by making funeral reservations for companion animals based on the subscriber's selection and input for affiliated funeral companies. .

1 is a basic configuration diagram of a system for providing a subscription service for care of companion animals according to the present invention.
Figure 2 is an explanatory diagram showing various choices that can be made by a subscriber through a subscriber device constituting the present invention.
Figure 3 is a basic configuration diagram of a management server constituting the present invention.
Figure 4 is an explanatory diagram showing various functions performed by the management server constituting the present invention.
Figure 5 is an additional configuration diagram of a management server constituting the present invention.

The present invention relates to a service provision system that provides subscribers with customized services according to the pet's life cycle on a monthly basis to help care for the pet,

A dedicated app is installed to use the subscription service, so it is possible to apply for and cancel subscription services that require input of pet-related information. Various packages sold through the dedicated app can be purchased, and pet care is provided. A subscriber device 100 that enables selection and reservation of a veterinary hospital for treatment; And, based on pet-related information, including the pet's date of birth or number of months since birth, entered by the subscriber, we provide customized information according to the pet's life cycle, provide various package information, and process order details. A management server 200 that provides information on affiliated animal hospitals and makes reservations; It is characterized by being composed of a.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

First, as shown in FIG. 1, the subscriber device 100 is a smartphone of a subscriber who wishes to use the present invention, and a dedicated app for using the subscription service provided by the present invention is installed to support companion animals. Enables the input and provision of various information regarding.

Therefore, subscribers (pet guardians) who wish to use the present invention must download and install the dedicated app on their smartphone, run it, and register as a member with identity verification. After registering as a member, they must log in to provide the services provided by the present invention. You can apply for or cancel a subscription service.

At this time, as shown in Figure 2, when a subscriber of the present invention registers as a member or applies for a subscription service, basic information about the pet he or she is raising, such as the type, breed, gender, date of birth, or number of months after birth, of the pet is provided. Pet-related information, including, must be entered, and additional information such as height, body length, and weight can be optionally entered.

Therefore, subscribers can receive customized information according to the life cycle of their pet based on the pet-related information they directly entered, and receive the necessary education for their pet by checking the customized information provided. It is possible to provide care such as health checkups and vaccinations.

As shown in Figure 2, subscribers use the menu provided by the dedicated app to record the training, health checkups, and vaccinations they have given to their pets so that they can be reflected in the customized information structure to be provided in the future. can do.

Additionally, subscribers to the subscription service may be provided with a customized exercise program every 1 to 3 days based on the type, breed, gender, age, and weight of the pet entered in advance.

In other words, the exercise program can be customized according to the characteristics and condition of the pet, and the cycle provided can be adjusted so that the amount of exercise is neither excessive nor insufficient.

At this time, the exercise program may be comprised of a walking program for the pet, a play program, and a rest period in between, and subscribers can exercise their pet by referring to the exercise program provided through the dedicated app. The results of the exercise can be entered to be reflected in the composition and provision of the next exercise program.

In addition, when the exercise program is provided, based on the location information of the subscriber device 100, a walking course that allows the subscriber to walk with the pet for an appropriate time is automatically generated and provided as a different course each time, so that the subscriber can You can use it or refer to it.

In addition, as shown in Figure 2, subscribers can use the menu provided by the dedicated app to purchase various packages including feed, snacks, and toys as needed on a one-time basis, and purchase the same package to be delivered on a regular basis. You can purchase a package tailored to your pet's life cycle to be delivered on a regular basis.

For example, subscribers can use the menu provided in the above dedicated app to purchase a basic supplies package containing basic pet supplies for new pet owners, a toy supplies package consisting mainly of pet toys, and pet food. You can optionally purchase a food and snack package that consists mainly of snacks, a health product package that mainly consists of nutritional supplements and health products for your pet, or a combined product package that consists of toys, feed, snacks, and nutritional supplements. , If the above package is unnecessary or expensive, it can be purchased individually.

In addition, the type of package that a subscriber can select and purchase may include a vaccination package that includes all various vaccinations according to the pet's life cycle, and after purchasing the vaccination package, the subscriber may You can ensure that your pet is vaccinated at the appropriate time by referring to the subscription service provided according to the cycle and visiting an affiliated animal hospital.

In addition, as shown in Figure 2, subscribers can check information on various affiliated animal hospitals using the menu provided by the dedicated app for the purpose of treating pets and select one of them. , you can make a reservation for face-to-face or non-face-to-face treatment at the selected animal hospital.

Therefore, subscribers can visit the designated animal hospital at the scheduled time with their pet and use medical treatment services, and can express their satisfaction with the animal hospital through the dedicated app so that other subscribers can confirm. .

In addition, as shown in Figure 2, subscribers of the present invention can check information on several affiliated funeral companies using the menu provided by the dedicated app for the purpose of funerals for companion animals, and select any one of them. You can choose, and you can make reservations for funeral procedures for the selected funeral company.

Meanwhile, the present invention can be configured to encourage long-term subscription by providing subscribers using a subscription service with benefits, such as discounts, depending on the subscription period of the subscription service.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 1, the management server 200 is a server device provided for the purpose of implementing the present invention, and provides information to subscribers according to the life cycle of the companion animal through the subscriber device 100. We provide customized services every month to help you care for your pet.

More specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, the management server 200 provides customized information according to the life cycle of the companion animal, companion animal-related information entered by the subscriber, various package information configured by the administrator, and affiliated animal hospitals. A database 210 that stores information and affiliated funeral company information, and an information provider 220 that selects customized information based on the companion animal-related information entered by the subscriber and transmits it to the subscriber device 100. It is characterized by being comprised including.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 3, the management server 200 manages companion animals based on the subscriber's selection and input of an animal hospital affiliated with the order processing unit 230, which processes the subscriber's order details. It is characterized by comprising a reservation management unit 240 that makes medical appointments and makes funeral reservations for companion animals based on the selection and input of subscribers targeting affiliated funeral companies.

That is, as shown in FIG. 4, the information providing unit 220 constituting the management server 200 provides the date of birth or number of months after birth of the companion animal entered by the subscriber of the present invention when signing up for membership or applying for a subscription service. Based on the included pet-related information, customized information according to the pet's life cycle can be appropriately provided to the subscriber device 100 at different times.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 4, the information provider 220 can provide various package information to the subscriber device 100 when a menu selection occurs by a subscriber using the dedicated app, and the order processing unit ( 230) can process order details based on the provision of package information to enable actual delivery.

In other words, the order processing unit 230 can provide the order details of the subscriber's order to the terminal of the department in charge of sending and processing the package or the terminal of an external company to enable actual delivery to the subscriber, and in the process, send the order. Processing status, such as preparation and completion of shipment, can be input from an external terminal and allow subscribers to check the progress.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 4, the information provider 220 can provide affiliated animal hospital information to the subscriber device 100 when a menu selection occurs by a subscriber using the dedicated app, and the reservation The management unit 240 can make reservations for face-to-face or non-face-to-face treatment at a specific animal hospital according to the subscriber's selection and input.

In other words, subscribers who feel that their pet needs treatment can use the menu provided in the dedicated app to check information on various affiliated animal hospitals, select one of them, and go to the selected animal hospital. You can make appointments for face-to-face or non-face-to-face treatment, but the option for non-face-to-face treatment may be limited depending on the circumstances of the animal hospital.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 4, the information provider 220 can provide affiliated funeral company information to the subscriber device 100 when a menu selection occurs by a subscriber using the dedicated app, and the reservation The management unit 240 can make funeral reservations for companion animals based on the subscriber's selection and input for affiliated funeral companies.

In other words, subscribers who wish to hold a funeral for their pet can use the menu provided in the dedicated app to check information on several affiliated funeral companies, select one of them, and select the selected funeral company. Funeral reservations can be made for .

In addition, as shown in FIG. 5, the management server 200 may further include an event management unit 250 that allows event products to be provided to subscribers every birthday or anniversary of the pet.

In other words, the event management unit 250 inputs the date of birth or the number of months after birth of the companion animal entered by the subscriber of the present invention when signing up for membership or applying for a subscription service. Based on the sales date, etc., information can be transmitted to the terminal of the department in charge or the terminal of an external company so that event supplies such as cakes and accessories are delivered to subscribers on the same day or the day before.

At this time, the cake and accessory props provided to subscribers are basically designed for pets that can be eaten or worn by non-subscriber pets, but the accessory props may include some that can be worn by subscribers.

The embodiments introduced above are provided as examples so that the technical idea of the present invention can be sufficiently conveyed to those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains, and the present invention is limited to the embodiments described above. It is not limited and may be embodied in other forms.

In order to clearly explain the present invention, parts not related to the description are omitted from the drawings, and in the drawings, the width, length, thickness, etc. of components may be exaggerated or reduced for convenience.

Additionally, like reference numerals refer to like elements throughout the specification.

100: Subscriber device
200: Management server → 210: Database
→ 220: Information provision department
→ 230: Order processing department
→ 240: Reservation Management Department
→ 250: Event Management Department

Claims (4)

A dedicated app for using the subscription service is installed, allowing you to apply for and cancel subscription services that require input of pet-related information, and purchase various packages sold through the dedicated app. A subscriber device 100 that enables selection and reservation of a veterinary hospital for treatment of a companion animal; and,
Based on the pet-related information entered by the subscriber, including the pet's date of birth or number of months since birth, we provide customized information according to the pet's life cycle, provide various package information and process order details, and provide affiliated information. A management server 200 that provides animal hospital information and makes reservations; A system for providing a subscription service for the care of companion animals, comprising:
According to paragraph 1,
Subscribers to the above subscription service will receive a customized exercise program based on the type, breed, gender, age, and weight of the pet entered in advance, including a walk program and play program for the pet, as well as rest periods in between. It is configured to be provided every 1 to 3 days in the form of,
A system for providing a subscription service for the care of companion animals, wherein the walking program automatically generates and provides a walking course based on the location information of the subscriber device (100).
According to paragraph 1,
The management server 200,
A database 210 that stores customized information according to the life cycle of the companion animal, companion animal-related information entered by subscribers, various package information configured by the administrator, affiliated animal hospital information, and affiliated funeral company information;
an information provider 220 that selects customized information based on pet-related information entered by the subscriber and transmits it to the subscriber device;
An order processing unit 230 that processes the subscriber's order details; and,
We provide treatment reservations for companion animals based on subscribers' selections and inputs targeting affiliated animal hospitals, and make funeral reservations for companion animals based on subscribers' selections and inputs targeting affiliated funeral companies. Reservation management department (240); A system for providing a subscription service for the care of companion animals, comprising:
According to paragraph 3,
The management server 200,
The pet's birthday is based on the pet's date of birth or the date of sale entered by the subscriber, which is arbitrarily designated in the process of entering the pet's date of birth or number of months after birth, which the subscriber entered when signing up for membership or applying for a subscription service. A subscription service provision system for the care of pets, characterized in that it further includes an event management unit 250 that allows event supplies to be provided to subscribers every anniversary.