Worldwise Inc. Recalls Retractable Dog Leashes
Worldwise Inc. Recalls Retractable Dog Leashes; Metal Clasp Can Break and Cause Facial and Body Injuries to Dog Owners
Why was Worldwise Inc. Recalls Retractable Dog Leashes recalled?
The metal clasp connecting the leash to a dog's collar can bend or break while in use, causing the leash to recoil back unexpectedly. This poses a serious risk of injury to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these leashes immediately and return them to Worldwise Inc. for a full refund, including shipping costs. Contact: For more information, contact Worldwise toll-free at (888) 296-3807 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.squareonesystem.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 identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- SlyDog™ Retractable Dog Leashes
- Company
- Worldwise Inc., of San Rafael, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 223,000
- Sold at
- Dollar General Stores nationwide from September 2007 through August 2008 for about $5.
- Recall date
- September 3, 2008
- Incidents / injuries
- Worldwise has received five reports of injuries, including facial cuts, a broken tooth, displaced eye lens, and a bruised collar bone.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves the SlyDog™ Retractable Dog Leash with a metal clasp. The leash has a handle composed of a blue plastic case with a black plastic grip. The leash is made of a black woven strap and measures approximately one-half inch wide. The end of the leash has a metal clasp which connects to the dog's collar. The SlyDog™ retractable leashes with a plastic clasp are not included in this recall.