Excrement management device and method

Abstract

A pet feces bag dispenser and carrying apparatus is provided comprising a first portion forming a first open base of a truncated hexagonal pyramid with faces extending upward from the base to an opening at the top forming an first inner open volume. A second portion forming a second open base, six faces of the second hexagonal pyramid extending downward from a second base opening thereby forming a second inner open volume including a solid bottom plane formed at a common top edge of the second faces. Two axels are affixed at opposing points on inner surfaces of the first portion enabled to hold a roll of feces bags, and an end of the roll extends up through the opening. The bases come together in a closed position aligned together with a hinged side opposite a means for keeping the bases adhered together in the closed position.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION1. Field of the Invention[0001]The present invention is in the field of aftermarket pet products and pertains particularly to methods and apparatus for managing pet excrement while engaged in walking or otherwise monitoring the pet.2. Discussion of the State of the Art[0002]Walking a dog is one of Americas favorite pastimes. Dog walkers that frequent walking trails, dog parks, beaches, and other areas where walking dogs is permitted are expected to clean up their dog's excrement during their time in the area. Some folks carry loose bags and a scoop or pick-up tool for cleaning up after their dogs. Some jurisdictions provide doggie bag dispensers and trash receptacles for people to dump their dog excrement.[0003]One challenge with current expectations and available provisions is that they are not consistent from area to area, for example some trails offer nothing to aid in cleaning up dog excrement and expect the user to bring the utensils. Another challeng...

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Benefits of technology

The patent describes a pet feces bag dispenser and carrying apparatus that have two parts, or halves, with a hinge between them. The outer part has a rounded top and a solid bottom, while the inner part has a flat bottom and a hinge at the side. The carrying apparatus can hold a roll of feces bags and has an opening for feeding the bags through. The apparatus can also have a latch for attaching to other devices or users. The technical effect of this invention is to provide a convenient and easy-to-use apparatus for carrying and dispensing pet feces bags.

Problems solved by technology

One challenge with current expectations and available provisions is that they are not consistent from area to area, for example some trails offer nothing to aid in cleaning up dog excrement and expect the user to bring the utensils.

Another challenge is that many dog owners who walk their dogs are not fond of handling dog excrement and really do not want to have to carry the bagged excrement until their walk is over or until they find a trash receptacle.

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