The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07272·Announced 2007-08-14

Mattel Recalls Doggie Day Care Toys Due to Magnet Hazard

Mattel is recalling Doggie Day Care play sets because small magnets can fall out and be swallowed by children, posing a risk of intestinal injury.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the hazard (swallowed magnets causing intestinal perforation) is severe, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Mattel Inc. is recalling approximately 1 million Doggie Day Care play sets sold nationwide from July 2004 to August 2007. The recall involves specific models including Coco, Sparley, Lula and Baby, Crockett and Baby, Taffy and Baby, Snack Time with Cookie, Diaper Change with Ginger, Ice Cream with Ranger, Puppy Park with Dixie, Dream House Nursery with Honey, and Bath Time with Beau. These toys were sold at toy stores and various other retailers for between $4 and $20.

The hazard exists because small magnets inside the toys can fall out. If young children swallow or aspirate these magnets, they can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal. Mattel has received two reports of magnets coming loose, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children. To receive a free replacement toy, consumers should contact Mattel toll-free at (888) 597-6597 or visit the company's website at www.service.mattel.com.

The recalled product

Product
Doggie Day Care™ play sets
Manufacturer
Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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