US Patent 7448659 Pet debris scooper systems

A system for picking up solid objects, such as pet debris and pet waste, and automatically sealing such pet waste within a disposable liner. The liner is installed on a hand-held scooper device by an automatic applicator. The liners are design specifically for the system and comprise a self-sealing feature adapted to assist in encapsulating the waste. The applicator also functions as a storage holder for the hand-held scoop. A kit comprising the hand-held scoop device, the storage automatic applicator, and disposable liners is also disclosed.