R. Mihaylov1, D. Kanakov2, S. Krastev3, Z. Zheleva4

1Department of Morphology, Physiology and Nutrition of animals, Faculty of Agriculture, Trakia University, 6000 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria,
2Department of Internal Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Trakia University, 6000 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
3Department of Veterinary Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Trakia University, 6000 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
4Department of Press Journalism and Book Publishing, Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication, Sofia University, Bulgaria

(Manuscript received 18 July 2022; accepted for publication 15 August 2022)

Abstract. The effectiveness of a utility model – remote piston injector for veterinary use was investigated. The injector is from the field of applied veterinary technology, hand tools, instruments and accessories for the application of treatment and prevention of domestic and wild animals. It can be used safely for the application of various types of veterinary medicinal products in relation to animal health and welfare. The utility model is part of the technique that serves to improve veterinary care and is a mobile tool related to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of animal diseases. It has been found that it successfully provides treatment to dangerous animals with drugs, vaccines, etc. from a distance safely for humans, using cheap disposable or remote syringes that are protected by the injector housing.