John L Franks

US Patent:

60127481, Jan 11, 2000

Filed:

Jul 16, 1997

Appl. No.:

8/895216

Inventors:

John Franks - Arvada CO

International Classification:

A01K 2900
E01H 112

US Classification:

294 14

Abstract:

An animal waste collection and disposal device, adapted for use with disposable bags with handles, includes an elongated handle portion and a shovel portion adjustably attached thereto. The shovel portion includes an elongated, open-ended chute portion, a sifting portion extending at an acute angle from the chute and having a plurality of openings for removal of kennel gravel and dirt, and a lifting edge, which preferably includes a plurality of teeth for aiding in lifting the waste out of grass or other uneven terrain, which may extend at a second acute angle from the sifting portion. A pair of sidewalls extend along the longitudinal edges of the shovel portion, thereby preventing the animal waste from falling off of the shovel. The shovel is attached to the handle using a plurality of brackets and retention sleeves. The sleeves may be tightened about the handle, preferably with set screws.

Address:

4111 Secrest Shortcut Rd, Monroe, NC 28110

Phone:

(704)6414723

VIN:

3GNFK12327G264948

Make:

CHEVROLET

Model:

AVALANCHE

Year:

2007