Method of preparing a litter box for small domestic felines
US5970915A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 8, 1999 |
| Grant date | Oct 26, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K1/0152
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved system for preparation and utilization of a litter box for use by small domestic animals which utilizes a litter material of macroporous silica gel in granular form, with the particle size ranging from between about 1 millimeter to about 10 millimeters, and with a moisture content below about 15%. Advantageously, the receptacle for retaining the litter is treated with a thin film of disinfectant prior to introduction of litter material.
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