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Sling Bear

Registration cancelled per USPTO on May 2, 2025

Status may change

Comeback idea

A cozy paper-goods and storybook line built around a sling-carrying bear mascot for gift shops and nursery fans.

The write-up

Sling Bear brings a plush-toy spirit to paper and print, and it's ready for a second act. Parents and gift buyers are always hunting for charming picture books and stationery that feel handmade, and a friendly bear with a carry-along style fits that mood perfectly. It's up for a fresh start, so here's how you'd relaunch it: a small line of illustrated bear storybooks and matching greeting cards, sold from slingbear.com.

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slingbear.com

Not registered as of Oct 8, 2026 per RDAP. Domains move fast.

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Registration cancelled per USPTO on May 2, 2025; check that the name isn't still in use (common-law rights) before you build; not legal advice.

The USPTO record

USPTO status
Registration cancelled per USPTO on May 2, 2025 · code 710 (Cancelled, Section 8)
Registration date
Oct 21, 2014
Filing date
Mar 2, 2014
Registration no.
4624157
Serial no.
86208715
Goods & services
plush toys
Owner as listed with the USPTO
  • BROWNMED, INC. (MASSACHUSETTS)
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FAQ

Is the Sling Bear name free to use?

We can't tell you that. A cancelled or expired registration does not mean a name is free; someone may still be using it (common-law rights). Verify the record in TSDR and consult a trademark attorney before you build.

When did the SLING BEAR registration end?

Registration cancelled per USPTO on May 2, 2025. Status may change.

Can the registration come back?

Yes, it's possible. The USPTO can reinstate a registration, for example on a petition filed within 6 months, so always check the current status in TSDR.

Is slingbear.com registered?

As of Oct 8, 2026, RDAP showed slingbear.com as not registered. Domains move fast, so check a registrar.

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