Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Animal blocking lateral projection – trap – or scarer
Reexamination Certificate
2002-01-16
2004-05-18
Chapman, Jeanette (Department: 3635)
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Animal blocking lateral projection, trap, or scarer
C052S011000, C119S712000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06735910
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. Field of the Invention
This invention relates to the ability to securely set and hold a live animal trap upon the gutter of a dwelling by means of hooking to a gutter spike. The invention will provide a secure hold down of the trap with a minimum amount of time and effort.
This invention is designed for Nuisance Wildlife Control Operators. It is common for nuisance wildlife trappers to provide the service of removing wild animals from the roofs, attics and soffits of buildings. Often the ideal placement of their traps is on the gutters of the structure.
2. Description of the Prior Art
Securing traps to gutters can often be a time consuming and tedious job. Some common methods of securing traps to gutters involves the use of wire, screws, screw gun, and/or stretch cords, all of which usually need to be carried up a ladder each time a trap is set or reset. The disadvantages of these methods are the large amount of time, effort, and materials required to complete the job.
SUMMARY
The present invention is to provide a secure hold down of a live animal trap upon the top horizontal plane of a gutter using spring tension. A live animal trap is placed upon a gutter and positioned over a gutter spike. The spring loaded gutter hook is then placed down through the trap until the large flat washer rest on top of the trap. While grasping the handle and pushing the hook end completely through the trap, place the hook end under the gutter spike and release the handle. The spring provides constant upward tension keeping the trap and animal securely hooked to the gutter.
One advantage of the present invention is the elimination of the various materials and tools needed to secure a trap to a gutter. No other tools are necessary with this invention.
Another advantage of the present invention is the ease of use when setting or resetting traps, making it a great time saver.
Yet another advantage of the present invention is that it's virtually impossible for any animal to dis-lodge the trap off of a gutter, whether from inside or outside of the trap.
Still another advantage is that it comes in different lengths to accommodate different sizes of traps.
The spring loaded gutter hook assembly provides a secure holding of a live animal trap to a gutter by means of utilizing the gutter spike and holding the trap under spring tension. All components of this invention are stainless steel, aluminum, or plated steel to aid in rust prevention.
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