Abstract: A pet refuse collection apparatus, and methods of use of the pet refuse collection apparatus, including a pet refuse bag supported by a fixture that allows the bag to be positioned underneath the pet to catch the refuse. A frame supports a refuse bag and may be manipulated with a single hand of a user while the frame supports a dispensed pet refuse bag in a position conducive to collecting pet refuse and additionally supports undispensed bags and stores a dispensed bag containing pet refuse.

Abstract: A pet waste disposal apparatus and method provides a convenient, safe, and odor free way of disposing of pet waste. The pet waste disposal apparatus includes an upright pipe interconnected with a sewer drain line. A hose coupling interconnects with a water source to rinse the pet waste into the sewer drain line. A lid is movably coupled to a top end of the upright pipe to contain odors.

Abstract: The Elite Doggie Clean-Up is a one of a kind, portable easy clean up unit. Used for while walking your dog and when picking up your dog's poop. It is very good for owners with back, hip and knee issues including owners with handicap needs. The Elite Doggie Clean up allows all dog owners never have to bend over to pick up or touch the poop during the entire pick up and throw away process.

Abstract: A pet waste grasping device including a telescopic assembly, a claw assembly, a light assembly and a bag assembly is disclosed. The pet waste grasping device is a pet waste scooper for collecting of pet waste without the need for a user to come in direct contact with the pet waste. The pet waste grasping device include an elongated shaft having a handle and a trigger-like actuator at the proximal end of the shaft, wherein the distal end of the shaft supports an illumination device that projects light downward and a series of extendable fingers which retract and expand when the trigger-like actuator is manipulated to release a bag with pet waste therein. The extendable fingers support the bag which is preferably a plastic bag that is placed over the extendable fingers manually.

Abstract: A dog waste collection assembly includes a handle that has a downward angle between a grip and a head. Thus, the head can be positioned beneath a dog when the dog is defecating and the grip being gripped. A pair of jaws is each pivotally coupled to the head. Each of the jaws is positionable between a closed and an open position. A pair of bag openers is each coupled to a respective one of the jaws and a bag can be positioned around each of the bag openers. An opening unit is movably coupled to the handle and the opening unit is in mechanical communication with the jaws. The opening unit urges the jaws into the open position when the opening unit is manipulated. Thus, the jaws open the bag for receiving the dog waste.

Abstract: An animal waste collection device includes an elongated shaft having a channel extending through at least a portion thereof. A handle is proximate a first end of the shaft. A loop is proximate a second end of the shaft and extends at an obtuse angle relative to the shaft so the loop can be held parallel to the ground. Clips are coupled to the loop to grasp an open-end of a disposable bag. An adjustment mechanism is maneuverable to reduce of a size of the loop by pulling a portion of the coated cable into the channel of the shaft, and maneuverable to increase the size of the loop by pushing a portion of the coated cable out of the channel of the shaft. The size of the loop controls an extent to which an open-end of a disposable bag is held open by the loop.

Abstract: The pet excrement catcher is configured for use with a companion animal. The pet excrement catcher is a device for capturing an elimination from the companion animal. The pet excrement catcher comprises an extension shaft, a capture structure, a hinge mechanism, and a grip. The extension shaft is an extension apparatus. The extension shaft is an adjustable structure such that the reach of the pet excrement catcher between a client and the companion animal is adjustable. The capture structure, the hinge mechanism, and the grip attach to the extension shaft. The capture structure is a mechanical structure used to collect the elimination from the companion animal. The hinge mechanism is a mechanical device that controls the operation of the capture structure. The grip is an accommodation that allows the user to manipulate the pet excrement catcher. The grip further illuminates the area around the companion animal.

Abstract: An apparatus for collecting animal waste is disclosed. The apparatus comprises an elongated tube comprising a first end and a second end. The apparatus comprises a plurality of ribs coupled to the elongated tube at the first end. Further, the apparatus comprises a runner provided at the elongated tube. Movement of runner along the elongated tube allows to collapse or to open the ribs. The apparatus is provided with a disposable bag coupled to the ribs. The runner is adjusted to open the ribs and the disposable bag is aligned with a derriere of a pet to collect the animal waste during defecation process of the pet. Subsequently, the disposable bag containing the animal waste is disposed.

Abstract: An apparatus for holding a bag open at the end of a telescoping handle. The apparatus includes an elastomerically coated, illuminated ring for releasably holding a bag while collecting dog waste before it reaches the ground. Additional features include a clip or clamp to hold a full bag of dog waste to carry it away for proper disposal.

Abstract: A pet excrement collection apparatus for handsfree waste pickup includes a handle and a hollow extension pole coupled to the handle. A trigger is coupled to the handle and is coupled to a jaw rod extending through the extension pole and out a jaw rod aperture between a forked distal end of the extension pole. A pair of arms is coupled to the distal end, each having a toothed rotator wheel engaged with a plurality of jaw rod teeth of the jaw rod. A waste bag is coupled to a bag frame and a pair of bag rods. A pair of bag rod receptacle mechanisms is coupled to each of the pair of arms and selectively receives the pair of bag rods. A release mechanism engages a release end of the pair of bag rods and alternatively releases the pair of bag rods when activated by a bag eject lever.

Abstract: A photo shooting support device or selfie device, includes a telescopic stick and a clamping device for holding and clamping a camera device. The clamping device includes a carrier and a stretchable clamping mechanism arranged above the carrier. The clamping device is pivotally or rotatably connected to the top end of the telescopic stick. A notch is arranged on the carrier. The middle portion of the clamping mechanism is provided with a bending portion corresponding to the notch. The telescopic stick can be accommodated in the notch and the bending portion after folding. The clamping device is always rotatably connected to the top end of the telescopic stick; so it does not require temporary assembly for use, bringing great convenience to users; and after use, the telescopic stick can be directly received in the notch of the carrier and the bending portion of the clamping mechanism, so it saves space and is easy to carry.

Abstract: A pet waste collector includes an elongated handle extending between a rear end and a front end, a loop situated forwardly of the front end configured so that a waste disposal bag can be fit within the loop, and a (preferably bendable) stem situated between the handle front end and the loop. A pet owner can grasp the handle and situate the loop (and the bag therein) beneath the rear of a dog as the dog squats to excrete waste, thereby catching the waste within the bag. The waste-filled bag may then be removed from the loop for disposal. Bending the stem allows the loop (and bag) to be oriented as the pet owner desires for visibility, and for ease of catching the waste.

Abstract: An animal waste collecting device for collecting and disposing of animal waste. The animal waste collecting device includes a rigid, elongated handle having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end includes an eyelet thereon so as to allow the elongated handle to be hung from a hook or similar support. The second end is removably secured to a bag and cable tie assembly, wherein the cable tie is configured in a loop and secured to the open upper end of the bag. The bag is used to collect animal waste, wherein the rigidity of the cable tie allows the bag to remain open. The cable tie is pulled through a locking mechanism in order to seal the bag after animal waste has been collected therein. The cable tie assembly is removably secured to the second end of said elongated handle by a clip.

Abstract: A pet waste catcher device has a series of handle segments forming an extendable handle. Each segment is of a larger diameter than the one (1) previous to enable the shaft to extend and retract in length. A first end of the shaft is provided with a circular ring member to retain disposable bags. A second end of the shaft is provided with a handle, having a covered compartment. A user manipulates the handle to position the circular ring with a disposable bag underneath an animal to collect waste. The covered compartment serves as a case to hold various items selectively chosen by a user.

Abstract: A pet feces receiving and carrying device includes a rod, a pivotal joint seat mounted to an end of the rod, a rotary seat is pivotally coupled to the pivotal joint seat, a ring member attached to the rotary seat, and an arrestor module for selectively releasing and fixing the pivotal joint seat and the rotary seat at multiple relative angular positions so that the ring can be set on the pivotal joint seat at any desired angular position by means of the arrestor module.

Abstract: A device to prevent feces from a pet from touching the ground, comprising an extendable rod that extends freely to a fully extended position when the rod is pointed approximately 30 degrees downwardly. A catch ring is rotatably attached to the rod and can be frictionally fixed at a selected catch ring angle, so that the catch ring can rotate from a closed position parallel to and abutting against the rod, to a plurality of open positions and frictionally fixed in a selected one of the open positions. A bag can be draped across the catch ring to be retained on said catch ring. The user can extend the rod to the fully extended position and place said catch ring retaining said bag in an open position against the ground, and then press the catch ring against the ground to adjust the catch ring angle so that the catch ring (retaining the bag) is approximately flat on the ground. The bag retained in the catch ring can be slid along the ground to be under the pet before the feces is dropped.

Abstract: An apparatus including a main housing and a cartridge enclosure including a first connector to removably couple the cartridge enclosure to a cartridge including a container having an opening across a plane, at least one drawstring disposed around the opening to close the opening upon the at least one drawstring being pulled, and a rigid support disposed around the plane of the opening to maintain the opening across the plane as the opening is being closed. The apparatus further includes an arm including a second connector to removably couple the arm to the at least one drawstring. A first spring between the arm and the cartridge is disposed to allow the arm to move away from the cartridge a predetermined distance which pulls the at least one drawstring to close the opening.

Abstract: A wearable animal waste collection device comprising a wearable structure configured to be worn by a user, the wearable structure including an attachment portion for removably engaging a direct collection device wherein the direct collection device is configured to directly collect an animal waste before the animal waste reaches a ground surface is provided. An associated method is also provided.

Abstract: An animal waste collection device includes an elongated shaft including a first end and an opposed second end, a handle assembly connected to the first end of the shaft, and a collection bucket assembly connected to the second end of the shaft. The handle assembly is operatively connected to the collection bucket assembly to collect animal waste within the collection bucket assembly and release the animal waste from the collection bucket assembly.

Abstract: An apparatus for the sanitary collection of dog waste using an extendable pole with a teardrop shaped loop supporting a plastic bag and a method of collecting dog waste by extending the pole and positioning the loop with the plastic bag under the butt of a dog while pooping to collect the dog's waste.

Abstract: A pet fecal matter collection device facilitates collection of fecal matter as a pet defecates so that a person does not have to bend down and does not come into contact with the fecal matter. The device includes an elongated shaft and a pair of pivotable bars coupled to and extending from a lower end of the shaft. A bag is provided having an open top. Each of a pair of sleeves is coupled to the bag extending along opposite sides of the open top of the bag. Each of the sleeves receives a respective one of the bars wherein pivoting of the bars opens and closes the open top of the bag. A trigger is positioned proximate an upper end of the shaft. Manipulation of the trigger pivots the bars into an open position.

Abstract: A leash attachable animal excrement bag holder has a carabineer for engaging a leash, body-supported apparel or the like, a flexible, resilient and open-biased support hoop, and a bag suspended from the support hoop. A slide has a body and first and second holes passing entirely through. The first hole encompasses the support hoop at a first distinct location and the second hole encompasses the support hoop at a second distinct location. The slide operatively traverses the support hoop and thereby alters a bias of the support hoop from an open orientation suitable to receive or remove animal excrement bags to a more nearly closed orientation suitable to retain animal excrement bags. A coupling engages the support hoop with the carabineer.

Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide an Animal Pet Waste Collector and a Waste Storage Container. The Animal Pet Waste Collector includes an Operation Stick and a Waste-collecting Bag connected at the front of said Operation Stick. Said Waste-collecting Bag comprises of a Bag and a Ring Frame, with a protruding Fork Lever on the Ring Frame that can be inserted in the Operation Stick's Front End's Socket and clamped. When the User presses a Button on the Operation Stick's Rear End with their fingers, the Fork Lever would detach from the Operation Stick's Socket and cause the Waste-collecting Bag into the trashcan, accomplishing the purpose of collecting animal pet waste in an easy way and fulfilling the environmental needs of keeping the ground waste-free.

Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide an Animal Pet Waste Collector and a Waste Storage Container. The Animal Pet Waste Collector includes an Operation Stick and a Waste-collecting Bag connected at the front of said Operation Stick. Said Waste-collecting Bag comprises of a Bag and a Ring Frame, with a protruding Fork Lever on the Ring Frame that can be inserted in the Operation Stick's Front End's Socket and clamped. When the User presses a Button on the Operation Stick's Rear End with their fingers, the Fork Lever would detach from the Operation Stick's Socket and cause the Waste-collecting Bag into the trashcan, accomplishing the purpose of collecting animal pet waste in an easy way and fulfilling the environmental needs of keeping the ground waste-free.

Abstract: A litter box cleaning kit includes a litter shovel having a nonporous bottom section for collecting non-solid waste, a curved section having a plurality of openings for collecting and sifting solid waste, a bag holder for positioning disposal bags in an open configuration and a caddy for storing each of the shovel, bag holder and disposal bags.

Abstract: A hands-free waste collection and disposal device and a method of use are disclosed herein. The disclosed device generally comprises a waste receptacle and a collection tool. The waste receptacle includes an elongated handle, a waste receiving member attached to a second end of the elongated handle, and retractable members connected to the waste receiving member, wherein the retractable members are movable between a bag-supporting position and a bag-release position. The collection tool includes an elongated handle, a rake head connected to a second end of the elongated handle, and a scraper member attached to a rear face of the rake head.

Abstract: A pet waste collection and disposal device may be utilized to safely dispose of animal waste. The device includes a handle and actuation component, an elongated shaft component, and a capture mechanism.

Abstract: A pet shovel has an elongated handle, a shovel head and a bag mounting frame disposed between the shovel head and a distal end of the elongated handle. The frame forms an opening between the shovel head and the distal end of the elongated handle. The bag mounting frame is adapted to retain a mouth of a bag open disposed between the shovel head and the distal end of the elongated handle in the opening between the shovel head and the distal end of the elongated handle. A bag body support extends from a bottom of the elongated handle to receive a body of the bag mounted on the bag mounting frame to form a sump in an end of the bag, distal from the shovel head and the mouth of the bag.

Abstract: A method for disposing of waste material, where the head of a frame is inserted in a bag until a closed front edge of the bag receives a leading edge of the head and the head is at least substantially contained within the bag, with the head fitting loosely within the bag along its side edges. The rear edge of the top panel of the bag is connected to the frame. After the waste material is received on the top panel, and while maintaining the connection between the rear edge of the top panel and the frame, the bag is inverted by moving the rear edge of the bottom panel frontwardly of the head and of the front edge of the bag before moving the rear edge of the bottom panel rearwardly over the top panel, the head and the waste material.

Abstract: The pooper scooper includes an elongated foldable pole having a grip at one end and a pivotable waste collecting assembly at the other end, the elongate pole being divided into upper and lower sections; the upper section including the grip at one end and a releasable locking mechanism at the other end; a joint or hinge mechanism interconnecting the two sections; the lower section including a selectively actuated waste collecting control; and the pivotable waste collecting assembly adapted to hold a bag open to catch pet wastes or other materials and automatically close the bag when ready for to disposal through actuation of the waste collecting control. The pooper scooper is also part of a pet waste disposal system including a bag dispenser and a bag adapted to be mounted to the waste trapping assembly.

Abstract: The extendable, pet sanitation device is a portable device for collecting pet waste, especially from dogs, and includes an ergonomically-contoured shaft having a handle disposed at an upper end and a circular or oval hoop defining a lower end. A net is attached to the hoop and depends downward therefrom. Elastic straps are strategically positioned on the net for securing a disposable bag thereto. The contoured shaft is telescopically constructed so that it can be adjusted to accommodate a person's height.

Abstract: A wearable animal waste collection device comprising a wearable structure configured to be worn by a user, a first securing portion attached to the wearable structure, the first securing portion structured to removably accommodate a top cover portion, and a second securing portion attached to the wearable structure, the second securing portion structured to removably accommodate a direct collection device, wherein the direct collection device directly collects an animal waste before the animal waste reaches a ground surface is provided. Furthermore, an associated method is also provided.

Abstract: A push/pull tag line includes an elongated rigid member having a first end and a second end located opposite the first end. A flexible member is coupled to the elongated rigid member and extends from the first end of the elongated rigid member. A load connector is coupled to the second end of the elongated rigid member. The tag line may be coupled to a load using the load connector. A pushing force may then be applied to the rigid member that is directed towards the load, and the rigid member will transmit the pushing force to the load to allow precise positioned of the load.

Abstract: Disclosed is a compact, foldable, sanitary urine specimen collection device. The device is intended to collect urine specimens from domestic animals, such as dogs. A telescopic pole with a handle is attached to a pivotal support member for supporting a specimen collection container.

Abstract: An all-in one functional, hygienic, user/pet/environment secure (no contact with pet waste), highly user and pet adaptable pet waste catch, carry, and dispose tool kit with several unique features including its compact size for portability, ease of use for any size or physically limited user, adaptable to pet size and habits, usable with any kind of plastic bag, economically built with minimal parts and assembly, and hands free carrying of the tool, soiled plastic bags, and small items such as keys, gate keys, unused plastic bags, and treats in a multipurpose carry bag that can attach to leashes, belts, clothing, backpacks, purses, and wrists.

Abstract: The extendable, pet sanitation device is a portable device (10) for collecting pet waste, especially from dogs, and includes an ergonomically-contoured shaft (12) having a handle (16) disposed at an upper end and a circular or oval hoop (18) defining a lower end. A net (20) is attached to the hoop and depends downward therefrom. Elastic straps (24) are strategically positioned on the net (20) for securing a disposable bag (22) thereto. The contoured shaft is telescopically constructed so that it can be adjusted to accommodate a person's height.

Abstract: An excrements cleaning device, includes a cleaning bag, a cleaning supporting unit, and a cleaning bag releasing unit. The cleaning supporting unit includes an upper cover, a lower cover, and an opening elastic verge ring. The upper cover and the lower cover are pressed tightly and assembled fixedly to form a groove for receiving the opening elastic verge ring. The bag mouth is clamped between the groove and the opening elastic verge ring. An opening groove for moving the cleaning bag releasing unit back and forth is formed on a stern of the upper cover. A tensioning locking position and a releasing locking position are formed on a front part and a rear part of the opening groove.

Abstract: A dog feces collecting device includes two loops and a plurality of connecting members for holding the two loops together forming a plurality of bag-clamping sections each comprising two loop segments. A rim portion of a bag is inserted between the two loop segments of each bag-clamping section. The two loops are hinged connected to a telescopic shaft. A method of collecting dog feces is also disclosed.

Abstract: The animal defecate collection apparatus provides for hands-free animal feces collection, importantly using any existing flexible bag a user might choose. The apparatus further provides that two sides of any bag surround collected feces. Additionally, the apparatus provides for a user to stand erect in using the apparatus. An additional feature provides for the stalk sections to be easily disengaged so that the stalk length can be reduced to about ? that of the assembled length. The apparatus further provides for a user to collect feces prior to its landing on a given surface, using a relatively wide surface area for collection. Closure of the tines and inner members are in an upward, inner movement, negating any possible contact with feces therebetween.

Abstract: A portable system is provided for easy catching and transporting pet waste. The portable system includes a main shaft with a soft handle and a wrist band on one end, an extension shaft coupled to the main shaft at the other end of the main shaft for length adjustment, an attachment shaft coupled to the extension shaft, and a bag configured to be slid on the attachment shaft to catch and transport pet waste.

Abstract: A pet feces collection device for placement beneath a pet's derriere during the defecation process, the device including an annular support member at the end of a telescopic handle, the support member having a liner bag with an elasticized upper end removably engaging a support member groove for support within a support member aperture and a disposal bag removably disposed within the liner bag, the disposal bag having an elasticized top end that also engages the groove.

Abstract: A pet sanitation device comprises a frame, an elongated handle and an adjusting assembly. The frame includes a receiving bottom area receiving one part of a bag opening. A closing arrangement is provided for receiving another portion of the bag opening. The adjusting assembly is movably supported on the handle and includes a control member slidable along the handle and a transition element having distal and proximal ends thereof. The distal end is associated with the closing arrangement. In operation, upon slidable movement of the control member, the transition element is activated and the closing arrangement is moved within the frame to convert the bag opening from open to closed position and vise versa.

Abstract: A method for disposing of waste material, where the head of a frame is inserted in a bag until a closed front edge of the bag receives a leading edge of the head and the head is at least substantially contained within the bag, with the head fitting loosely within the bag along its side edges. The rear edge of the top panel of the bag is connected to the frame. After the waste material is received on the top panel, and while maintaining the connection between the rear edge of the top panel and the frame, the bag is inverted by moving the rear edge of the bottom panel frontwardly of the head and of the front edge of the bag before moving the rear edge of the bottom panel rearwardly over the top panel, the head and the waste material.

Abstract: An apparatus for retrieving soft objects, the apparatus comprising a storage section, a gathering section, a rim and an elongated handle. The storage section is shaped like an open basket on its side and having a top and a bottom. The gathering section extends from the bottom of the storage section, comprises two barrier regions separated by a retaining region, and has a leading edge. The rim is attached at least to the leading edge. The handle projects upward from the top of the storage section at such an angle to permit a raking motion when collecting objects. Also a method for gathering soft objects on the ground including the steps of rotating handle of above apparatus to place its bottom on the ground, pulling the apparatus over fruit-laden ground, and rotating handle so bottom is on top to move the objects elsewhere.

Abstract: A waste retrieval device including a frame having a head portion, a member extending rearwardly therefrom and a retaining element, and a bag for containing at least partially the head portion, the bag including interconnected top and bottom panels sized to respectively extend over and under the head portion, a rear edge of the top panel being attachable to the frame by the retaining element, the top and bottom panels defining side portions providing extra bag material extending beyond the head portion when the bag at least partially contains the head portion to allow the bag to be inverted by moving a rear edge of the bottom panel under the head portion away from the member and back toward the member over the head portion and top panel.

Abstract: In a tool for picking up and carrying dog dung that includes a container longitudinally swingably supported at the tip of a shaft part and a cover placed on the container to swing in a direction opposing the container. When an opening part of the container is covered with the cover, the container is upward positioned roughly perpendicularly to the shaft part When the dung is discharged, the container and the cover are opened to incline on one side of the shaft part, so that a tool washable by brushing because of the small number of support and operation members existing around the container. A shaft includes one shaft supporting unit at one end of the shaft part, the shaft supporting unit having a swing axis parallel to a cover swing axis. The container is longitudinally swingably supported so that its container supported part formed on one side of the rear outer wall near the opening part and having the same axis as the cover swing axis is supported on the shaft supporting unit.

Abstract: A portable animal excrement collecting apparatus for effectively discarding animal excrement in a sanitary manner includes an elongated shaft. A handle is fixedly attached to a proximal end of the shaft. The apparatus further includes a trigger and a trigger actuating mechanism that is operably coupled to the shaft and the handle respectively for resiliently biasing the trigger along an arcuate path defined proximate to the handle. A collection bag is positioned at a distal end of the shaft. The collection bag has an open top end for allowing a user to scoop up and collect the animal excrement. The apparatus also includes a mechanism for automatically detaching the collection bag from the distal end of the shaft by selectively adapting the trigger to a tensed position via the trigger actuating mechanism.

Abstract: A hand-operable feces collection apparatus for catching animal excrements prior to reaching a ground surface may include an elongated curvilinear handle and an annular ring attached to a distal end thereof. A retention bag may be attached directly to the annular ring in such a manner that the retention bag is maintained at a substantially stable position while receiving the animal excrements therein. The apparatus may also include a mechanism for resiliently adjusting a diameter of the annular ring such that the retention bag is caused to automatically disengage the annular ring. Such a mechanism may be activated by a lever attached to the proximal end of the handle. The annular ring may be composed of a semi-circular solid male core and a hollow female sleeve. The male core is urged along the female sleeve as the mechanism is activated, causing the diameter of the annular ring to adjust.

Abstract: A dog feces collecting device includes two loops and a plurality of connecting members for holding the two loops together forming a plurality of bag-clamping sections each comprising two loop segments. A rim portion of a bag is inserted between the two loop segments of each bag-clamping section. The two loops are hinged connected to a telescopic shaft. A method of collecting dog feces is also disclosed.

Abstract: The pooper scooper includes an elongated foldable pole having a grip at one end and a pivotable waste collecting assembly at the other end, the elongate pole being divided into upper and lower sections; the upper section including the grip at one end and a releasable locking mechanism at the other end; a joint or hinge mechanism interconnecting the two sections; the lower section including a selectively actuated waste collecting control; and the pivotable waste collecting assembly adapted to hold a bag open to catch pet wastes or other materials and automatically close the bag when ready for disposal through actuation of the waste collecting control. The pooper scooper is also part of a pet waste disposal system including a bag dispenser and a bag adapted to be mounted to the waste trapping assembly.