Integrated litter box containment system
First Claim
1. An integrated litter box containment system comprising:
- an animal litter box element, as a lower component of the containment system, configured to have an interior defined by side and bottom surfaces, and an upper rim that substantially surrounds said interior and defines a perimeter;
one or more elements, as an upper component of the containment system, that extend above said upper rim, configured to leave a substantially open top, to provide a barrier substantially surrounding said perimeter, and to facilitate use of a liner fastened to or otherwise supported by said elements; and
at least one entryway located at one or more sides of the containment system configured to allow access to said interior by an animal;
whereby said upper component and said lower component are configured in an integrated manner to contain waste and other matter within said containment system.
0 Assignments
0 Petitions
Accused Products
Abstract
An integrated litter box containment system is disclosed with generally upright elements that functionally increase the height of the litter box thereby serving to better contain animal waste and litter while providing an open top facilitating access for routine removal of waste from the litter. A disposable liner may be fastened to the upright elements thereby providing or enhancing containment or ease of cleaning. The containment system optionally may allow for multiple possible entryways that provide changeable animal access and flexibility in positioning the litter box. The upright elements optionally may be changed from a generally vertical or extended position to a generally horizontal or collapsed position, or be detached for cleaning or storage.
-
Citations
7 Claims
-
1. An integrated litter box containment system comprising:
-
an animal litter box element, as a lower component of the containment system, configured to have an interior defined by side and bottom surfaces, and an upper rim that substantially surrounds said interior and defines a perimeter;
one or more elements, as an upper component of the containment system, that extend above said upper rim, configured to leave a substantially open top, to provide a barrier substantially surrounding said perimeter, and to facilitate use of a liner fastened to or otherwise supported by said elements; and
at least one entryway located at one or more sides of the containment system configured to allow access to said interior by an animal;
whereby said upper component and said lower component are configured in an integrated manner to contain waste and other matter within said containment system. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
-
Specification