Pet clean-up apparatus and method

Details Pet clean-up apparatus and method Pet clean-up apparatus and method

1999-08-10

2001-05-29

Jordan, Charles T. (Department: 3644)

Animal husbandry

Waste toilet or related device

C119S867000, C294S001300, C150S107000, C150S112000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06237533

ABSTRACT:

FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates generally to methods and apparatus for cleaning up pet waste. More particularly, the invention relates to a convenient, discreet, simple system for pet waste clean up by a pet owner.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Quite often pet owners, dog owners in particular, walk their pets. Recently, many communities have enacted ordinances requiring that the owners clean up after their pets. It is a common practice for owners to carry plastic bags with them while they walk their pets, fill the bags with the pet's waste, and then carry the unsightly, inconvenient plastic bag until the owner has an opportunity to dispose of it. This also results in an unpleasant visual effect. The present invention solves these problems in a unique fashion.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention provides a solution to the aforementioned problems. The preferred embodiment is a bag with two compartments one inner compartment and one outer compartment. The pet owner can store clean, unused plastic bags in the outer compartment. The inner compartment is designed to receive the plastic bags filled with pet waste, so that the owner can carry them in a more convenient, dignified fashion until he or she has an opportunity to dispose of them properly.
The preferred embodiment is configured for use by itself, or in conjunction with a pet leash. The ability to use the bag in conjunction with a pet leash affords the pet owner additional advantages. For example, the pet owner can easily remember to take the bag along each time the pet is walked, as the bag will be attached to the leash. Also, attaching the bag to the pet leash allows the owner to maintain a free hand, thus making it easier to open doors, gates, and so forth.


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