Patent ID: 6941896
Filing Date: 2005-09-13
Classification: E01H

Abstract:
1. An animal feces collection device, said device comprising: a tube having a centrally disposed longitudinal axis and distal and proximal end portions defining a path therebetween, said tube further having a slot formed therein, said slot extending substantially parallel to the axis and extending along a partial length thereof, said tube comprising a flap coupled to said proximal end portion; a handle disposed generally medially of said tube and for being grasped by a user; means for pivoting said tube between open and closed positions; a scooping section for collecting animal feces from a select surface, said scooping section being secured to said proximal end portion of said tube and for directing feces rearwardly therethrough when said flap is raised to an open position; a reservoir for receiving and storing collected feces, said reservoir being contiguous with said distal end portion of said tube and being spaced from said scooping section along the axis; and means for removably attaching said reservoir to said tube.