Doggie wallet

Abstract

The present invention is directed to a multi-compartment portable container with separated openings, including one specifically designed for dispensing rolled or folded materials such as plastic bags. The present invention is useful for carrying multiple items related to walking and clean up after a domesticated animal, and is designed for one-handed access to such items.

Description

[0001]This application claims priority to U.S. provisional patent application No. 60 / 953,486, filed on Aug. 2, 2007, and to U.S. provisional patent application No. 60 / 901,222, filed on Feb. 14, 2007.BACKGROUND OF THE PRESENT INVENTION[0002]Walkers of domesticated animals generally need several distinct items in their possession when going outside—the obvious one being clean-up bags. Often, walkers also bring treats for outdoor training purposes (such as may be recommended by trainers), cash and / or credit cards, and keys to get back into their home. Some dog walkers bring portable electronics, such as a cell phone, a PDA, or an MP3 player. Walkers also need to access these items while retaining hold of the dog's leash. As such, for a typical event of walking one's dog, it is likely that numerous items may be brought along, and some items need to be kept separated from one another. For example, treats should not be kept with plastic bags or potentially dirty keys. In addition, because...

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Benefits of technology

[0009]Additionally, the wallet is further defined as having a second compartment. This second compartment houses a slidable drawer. The slidable drawer may be removable. Contents may be inserted therewithin either individually, in aggregate, or by insertion of a cartridge. Each of the second compartment and the drawer has an opening in its lowermost section. These openings selectively align to permit access to items stored in the drawer, even when the wallet is otherwise closed. In other words, the openings serve as a dispenser so as to allow easy access to the first of a series of items stored in the drawer. The drawer is particularly suitable for storing bags, wipes, or tissues, any of which may be accessed through the aligned dispensing holes.

[0013]Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a device for conveniently storing items necessary when walking a domesticated pet.

Problems solved by technology

For example, treats should not be kept with plastic bags or potentially dirty keys.

But unless a user has a sufficient number of pockets, such a solution does not meet the needs of one-handed access and separated compartments.

However, such products do not afford the ability to separately store other items as well and, in some cases, separating bags from one another or from the dispenser is a two-handed operation.

In addition, when attached to the loop of a leash, some of these products dangle, which can be annoying to the walker, the animal, or both.

These products are insufficient solutions as items like treats become intermingled with metal keys or other potentially non-animal friendly items.

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