Robert W Guffey

US Patent:

44286104, Jan 31, 1984

Filed:

Jul 26, 1982

Appl. No.:

6/401629

Inventors:

Robert W. Guffey - San Carlos CA

International Classification:

A01K 2900

US Classification:

294 1B

Abstract:

The present invention provides a folding frame having a molded handle portion and a wire hoop portion. In the folded configuration the wire hoop is snappedly retained in generally the same plane as the molded handle. When deployed for use, the wire hoop portion is rotated into position with the cross member of the wire hoop being forward of, and below, the forward edge of the molded handle. For use in picking up animal excrement a plastic bag is installed on the deployed frame. This is done by inserting the bag extending back beneath the molded handle and the top of the bag is folded back over the wire hoop and molded handle. During use only one side of the interior portion of the plastic bag comes into contact with the excrement, thus making it possible to remove the bag and dispose of it without soiling ones hands or clothing. Additionally, the folding frame also remains clean allowing it to be refolded and returned to the pocket or purse without cleaning.