Device for sanitary removal of canine fecal matter and method therefor
US7628431B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 19, 2008 |
| Grant date | Dec 8, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 19, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE01H2001/1293
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A device for removing canine fecal matter includes a lobed knob connected by concentric tubes to a dual housing, the inner of which holds a set of panels that are opened or closed by the linear movement of the smaller tube in combination with a panel actuating ring affixed to the inner shaft. The panels are extended by holding the larger tube and pushing the knob toward the panel housing. When a release button is actuated, the panels close around the fecal matter and, with the panels closed, a protective collection bag is secured by a clamp on the outer housing. With the collection bag inside the cavity formed by the closed panels. The knob can be rotated in either direction to turn the collection bag which causes the collection bag to pull away from the clamp for the purpose of disposal.
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