Abstract
A portable and foldable waste sanitation device for cats and other house pets to dispose of bodily waste, i.e. feces and urine that is easy to transport, clean, and odor proof by utilizing a zipper mechanism and a folding mechanism. The device includes four lined walls, a lined floor, and lined and zippered top with handles, and an extra zippered pocket on the top of the device for storage. The lining of the device prevents odor from escaping the device and lends to easy clean up. A strap with a fastening mechanism snap is secured to the side of the device to easily fold into a compact package for storage while traveling.
Claims
1. A portable and foldable waste sanitation device for pets comprising: a foldable main body; a top portion; and a zipper; wherein the top portion is pivotably attached to a back of the foldable main body; and wherein the top portion is secured to the foldable main body via the zipper.
2. The portable and foldable waste sanitation device of claim 1, wherein the foldable main body further comprises a strap with a fastening device disposed on an exterior of the foldable main body.
3. The portable and foldable waste sanitation device of claim 1, wherein the top portion further comprises at least one zippered storage pocket.
4. The portable and foldable waste sanitation device of claim 2, wherein the foldable main body further comprises at least one handle disposed on an exterior of the foldable main body.
Description
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0018] Advantages of the present device will be apparent from the following brief description of exemplary embodiments thereof; which description should be considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Having thus described the invention in general terms, reference will now be made to the accompanying drawings, which are not necessarily drawn to scale.
[0019] FIG. 1 illustrates a front perspective view of one embodiment of the litter box wherein the upper portion is in the closed position and zippered tight.
[0020] FIG. 2 illustrates a front right perspective view of the litter box unzipped and unfolded with a side handle, wherein the device is shown to be large enough to accommodate house cats.
[0021] FIG. 3 illustrates a top perspective view of the litter box wherein it is unzipped and filled with cat litter and is occupied by a cat at rest inside the device.
[0022] FIG. 4 illustrates a front view of the litter box unzippered and in the functional mode for leisure activities.
[0023] FIG. 5 illustrates a top plan view of the litter box zippered and folded together.
[0024] FIG. 6 illustrates a front view of the litter box zippered and folded with a retaining fastening safety.
[0025] FIG. 7 illustrates a front right perspective view of the litter box zippered and folded.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL EMBODIMENTS
[0026] The detailed description set forth below is intended as a description of presently preferred embodiments of the system and does not represent the only forms in which the present system may be construed and/or utilized. The description sets forth the functions and the sequence of the steps for producing the system and accompanying apparatus. However, it is to be understood that the same or equivalent functions and sequences may be accomplished by different embodiments and also intended to be encompassed within the scope of the system.
[0027] FIG. 1 illustrates a preferred embodiment of a portable litter box 10 wherein the main body 20 of the litter box 20 displays a “Travel Cat” logo 22 on the front of the device with a snap closure 24 located adjacent to the logo. The device 10 is foldable and may be snapped together using the snap closure 24 and a strap 34 to allow for ease of travel. Both the snap closure 24 and the strap 34 are preferably attached on the exterior of the main body 20. The rectangular main body 20 is constructed of a durable, lined fabric. In addition, the present device 10 also comprises a zipper 26 surrounding a top portion 28. The top portion 28 is secured to the main body 20 by a zipper 26.
[0028] FIG. 2 illustrates the litter box 10 wherein the body 20 of the litter box 10 is unfolded as to display the “Travel Cat” logo 22, and snap closure 24, on the front of the device wherein the top portion 28 is unzippered in an open position and folded back. The strap 34 to secure the device is hanging by the side of the device.
[0029] FIG. 3 illustrates the litterbox 10 in an unzippered position with the top portion 28 folded back, wherein a cat is sitting comfortably within the main body 20 of the device 10.
[0030] FIG. 4 illustrates a front view of the device 10 with a cat sitting comfortably within the main body 20. In some embodiments of the device 10, the main body 20 is big enough to accommodate large cats.
[0031] FIG. 5 illustrates the litter box 10 wherein the main body 20 of the of the litter box is folded with the “Travel Cat” logo 22 displayed on the outside of the device. In this embodiment, the zipper 26 is shut, and the litter box is secured by the strap 34 and the snap closure 24. In another embodiment, the present device 10 is secured by Velcro straps. In yet another embodiment, the main body 20 of the present device 10 is durable yet flexible to allow for easy manipulation when folded so that the entire device is very compact in its folded position.
[0032] FIG. 6 illustrates the present device 10 wherein the body of the device 20 is folded with the “Travel Cat” logo 22 displayed on the outside of the device, zipper 26 closed, and secured by the strap 34 with the snap closure 24.
[0033] FIG. 7 illustrates the present device 10 wherein the body of the device 20 is folded with the “Travel Cat” logo 22 displayed on the outside of the device, zipper 26 closed, and secured by the strap 34 with the snap closure 24, as to show how compact it is.
[0034] As shown herein, a new portable litter box that is foldable, easy to transport, and odor proof is disclosed by utilizing a zipper mechanism and a folding mechanism.
