CPSCDecember 14, 2006

Wal-Mart Stuffed Christmas Beagles recall: Choking Hazard

Wal-Mart Recalls Stuffed Christmas Beagles Due to Choking Hazard

Why was Wal-Mart Stuffed Christmas Beagles recalled?

The red pompoms on the wreath attached to the beagle's mouth could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the stuffed animal away from young children and return it to the nearest Wal-Mart store for a full refund. Contact: For more information, contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.walmartstores.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

UPC: 885271907803

Product
Holiday Time™ Stuffed Christmas Beagles
Company
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Quantity
About 56,000
Sold at
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from September 2006 through December 2006 for about $3.
Recall date
December 14, 2006
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The stuffed animal is a brown and white beagle with a red scarf and Santa hat trimmed in red and white stripes. A green wreath with red pompoms is attached near the beagle's mouth. The stuffed beagle measures 7 inches tall and 5 inches long. "Marketed by WAL-MART STORES, INC" and UPC number "8 85271 90780 3" are printed on the dog's sewn-in labels. "Holiday Time™" is printed on the animal's hang tag.

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