Hi gragra-ga,
This has certainly been an interesting search! The fact is, after
spending most of today on your question, I come up with only one
definitive product for you (see below). Since I really don't think
that one product constitutes a $100 answer, I've also spent a great
deal of effort brain-storming some new ideas that you might want to
try implementing.
Naturally, the success of any of these ideas is dependent on several
factors – the main one being the quantity of feces you are dealing
with. Some of these ideas will be cost effective only if you have one
very small dog. Others will be more practical if you are considering
more of a large-scale cleanup venture – say a park.
I've listed the sure-fire product first, followed by another similar
product that I can't find a source for. After that are the rest of my
ideas.
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VETZYME SHIFT-IT FREEZE SPRAY
Seven Seas Pet and Animal Health Care
… can be used in both the home and out doors….for both dog and cat
owners .."
"The triple action first "freezes" the pet waste, then provides a
fresh fragrance to neutralise odours before disinfecting the affected
area to reduce the risk of infection after use."
"..spray Vetzyme Shift-it directly on to the waste at a distance of
about 3 - 6 inches for between 5 to 10 seconds.
"Leave for a few moments for Vetzyme Shift-it to penetrate and produce
a white 'crust' over the pet waste to harden its outer surface."
"Please Note: Vetzyme Shift-it is not designed to 'freeze' pet waste
'rock' solid, but to provide a suitable white 'crust' to enable fast,
hygienic and effective removal in seconds."
For further information please contact Seven Seas Pet and Animal
Health Care on (01482) 375234 or Email: info@petshealthcare.com
PETS HEALTH CARE – VETZYME SHIFT IT – 4 EASY STEPS
http://www.petshealthcare.com/pages/4easysteps.html
OTHER SOURCES ------
Vetzyme Shift-it is available in 200ml spray-cans priced at £3.49
each. Further information is available from Seven Seas Pet and Animal
Health Care, telephone 01482 375234
VETS ONLINE – COMPANY NEWS
http://www.vetsonline.com/html/company_news_article.asp?ID=73&DType=Company
Size = 200 mls
Price: £3.45 (Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
TOPPET SHOP - The online pet shop for all pet owners.
http://www.toppetshop.co.uk/acatalog/Online_Catalogue_Miscellaneous_64.html
PRODUCT REVIEWS ----
DOO YOO PRODUCT REVIEW - VETZYME
http://www.dooyoo.co.uk/lifestyle/pets_animals/vetzyme_shift_it_pet_waste_freeze_spray/
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CLEAR UP SPRAY – CCL INDUSTRIES
I am unable to find an actual source for this product, and all of the
press releases are dated 1998. It is possible that it no longer
exists. CCL appears to now be a packaging and labeling company.
"Clear Up Spray" by British company CCL Industries, is a high pressure
aerosol spray that will actually freeze those feces into a solid mass,
ready to be picked up and easily disposed of. Convenient, stylish, and
above all, fun.
EXN - CANADA
http://www.exn.ca/Stories/1998/06/12/56.asp
Freeze spray helps pet owners scoop mess
"Clear-up spray is an aerosol spray that freezes any horrible, messy
dog doo and transforms it into a solid, hard lump which can be easily
picked up," explained Nick Westcott, managing director and founder of
The Animal Health Co Limited.
The spray, which sold for 3.50 pounds ($5.72) at Crufts, Britain's
premier dog show, will normally retail at 5.80 pounds for a 400ml can.
TURKISH DAILY NEWS
http://www.turkishdailynews.com/old_editions/03_10_98/for3.htm
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OTHER FREEZE SPRAY PRODUCTS
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A search for "Freeze Spray" will net you many websites that sell
spray for freezing and testing component parts. These same products
are also touted for their ability to freeze gum for easy clean up.
The package sizes are similar (200-400 ml) and they appear to be the
same basic product as the pet-waste spray. I've just given a handful
of examples below.
GOOGLE SEARCH RESULTS – "FREEZE SPRAY"
://www.google.ca/search?q=%22freeze+spray%22&btnG=Google+Search&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8
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STONER FREEZE SPRAY ---
"…. quickly lowers surface temperatures to below zero° F.
…..Solidifies or freezes viscous or fluid materials like bubble gum.
Freeze Spray is harmless to metals, plastic, rubber, and critical
electronic hardware in most applications. Leaves no residue. Contains
100% pure, virgin tetrafluoroethane, CAS # 811-97-2. Non-flammable.
Ozone safe.
Contains no CFCs.
Item # 94142 - 12-can case of 10 oz. aerosols - FREE Delivery
Quantity Discounts:......1-5 cs $59.40......6-24 cs $54.05......25+ cs
$48.71
STONER PRODUCTS
http://www.criticalcleaning.com/index.htm
STONER FREEZE SPRAY DETAILS
http://www.criticalcleaning.com/94142txt.htm
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SUPERKLEEN FREEZE SPRAY
1550 provides an instant freeze to isolate faults. It is excellent
for hot-cold intermittence testing and component protection during
soldering. Superkleen® 1550 is completely plastic safe and does not
contain any CFC's or HCFC's. Net wt. 10 oz. aerosol can.
http://www.albatross-usa.com/elclean.htm
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For safety information on select freeze spray products–
MATERIALS DATA SAFETY SHEET ON SUPERKLEEN FREEZE SPRAY
http://www.albatross-usa.com/MSDS/spkl1550.htm
MSDS for Brulin Freeze Spray
http://www.brulin.com/MSD/50FS12_msd.pdf
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LATEX SPRAY
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I had an idea that there might be a latex spray product that would
work to encase the feces fairly quickly. I THOUGHT I found the
perfect thing --------
"Sani-fingers
hypoallergenic, nontoxic, latex, spray-on gloves
"This quick-drying polymer hydrocarbon aerosol comes in a handy,
four-inch can that fits snugly in a pocket or purse. Whenever you're
going to work on the car engine, dig in the garden or visit a fast
food outlet, just spray a light coat on your palms and finger tops.
The latex cures in three seconds giving you a comfortable but durable
protection from grease and dirt. After use, the half gloves can be
easily peeled off."
Sounds perfect doesn't it? Except it doesn't seem to be real. The
site is an "idea" site, where people toss out half-baked
"inventions"….
HALF-BAKERY
http://www.halfbakery.com/idea/Sani-fingers
There are however, other latex products that can be sprayed or painted
on and provide a semi-solid coating. The downside is that latex takes
20-30 minutes to dry completely.
One avenue, (to my surprise!) is latex clothing – primarily "extreme"
lingerie – that is applied directly to the body. I can't point you to
those sites from here, but can leave it to you to look them up. Do a
search on Google for LIQUID LATEX. Note that all the ones I found
entail paint-on rather than spray-on application.
Another avenue is spray-on latex coatings that are used for tool
handles. These come in colors, which adds an interesting twist to your
cleanup job -----
PLASTI DIP FLEXIBLE COATING
"The flexible coating that won't chip, crack or peel." Comes in dip
container or spray.
PLASTI DIP - FLEXIBLE COATING
http://www.globalnovelties.com/auto/plastidip.htm
Of course, I'm not sure you couldn't use regular clear (or colored for
that matter!) latex or enamel spray paint or other regular aerosol
coatings. It would be a matter of testing its strength once your
"product" is coated.
Eco-guard™ Latex Spray Paints [20 min drying time]
http://www.krylonindustrial.com/index.html?session_id=4f6452cd6648ee5002846954638a4805&screen=eco_guard_latex_spray_paints
Clear Polyurethane Coatings [4 minute drying time]
http://www.krylonindustrial.com/index.html?session_id=4f6452cd6648ee5002846954638a4805&screen=clear_polyurethane_coatings
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INDUSTRIAL SPRAY COATINGS
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These would be more for heavy-duty application.
COATINGS AND SEALANTS
http://www.industrialpolymers.com/coatings_sealants.html
Ultra Fast Curing Poly(urethane-urea) Spray Coating System
http://www.hepce.com/product/conspr_main.asp
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This product is for prosthetics, and comes in manageable spray can
size --
UltraPro™ Spray Coating
http://www.ottobockus.com/services/tech3.asp
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LIQUID BANDAGE
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Another thought, but maybe not strong enough and too expensive if
purchased retail, but perhaps worth looking into in bulk ---
"New-Skin Liquid Bandage is clear, flexible, waterproof, lets skin
breathe and will stay on in places where other bandages will fall off.
It completely covers the entire wound to keep out dirt and germs.
MEDTECHNIC
http://www.medtechinc.com/woundsblisters.html
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INCINERATION
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One suggestion would be on-site incineration, maybe via blow torch.
Obviously, safety would be an issue, especially in dry grass. But
enough heat would essentially turn your piles into ash.
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SUPER FAST FREEZE – LIQUID NITROGEN
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Ok, I haven't seen this done with dog droppings, but can't see any
reason why it wouldn't work if you can get your hands on this stuff.
(Know anyone in a chemistry lab?) Just remember, the dog feces will
become brittle and will shatter instantly if you drop them.
1001 things to do with Liquid Nitrogen
http://www.physik.uni-augsburg.de/~ubws/nitrogen.html
LIQUID NITROGEN FOG MACHINE
http://members.aol.com/dfoge/Dubon3.htm
HANDLING LIQUID NITROGEN
http://www.2spi.com/catalog/instruments/nitrodew-supp.html
And, as an aside, if it doesn't work for your yard, you can always
make ice cream with it ---
GOOGLE SEARCH: liquid nitrogen ice cream
://www.google.com/search?q=liquid+nitrogen+ice+cream&hl=en&lr=&ie=ISO-8859-1
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DRY ICE
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This is the other stuff they use for those fog machines at dance clubs
if they don't use liquid nitrogen. It is frozen solid carbon dioxide
and can be purchased by regular consumers. I'm not exactly sure how
you would apply this to your dog piles, but I imagine direct
application would work quickly and effectively –
SUPPLIERS – DRY ICE
http://www.business.com/directory/food_and_beverage/equipment_and_supplies/dry_ice/
You can usually purchase dry ice from refrigeration companies, ice
delivery companies, and party-supply companies.
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So, I think I've tapped out my brain on this project. Obviously, the
first product at the top of the page does exactly what you want, but
you seemed to indicate that you might like options other than
freezing. I hope you’re pleased with what I've provided for you. If
you need any clarification on anything I've said, please feel free to
ask. I'd be happy to explain further.
Thanks so much for your question,
-K~
Search terms – various combinations of :
Dog / pet / animal
Excrement / feces / waste / poop
Spray
Coating
Freeze
Clean up
Solidify
Sealant
Latex
Dry ice
Liquid Nitrogen
Liquid skin
Liquid latex
Solid foam
Latex spray
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