The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·08387·Announced 2008-09-03

Worldwise Recalls SlyDog Retractable Dog Leashes Due to Clasp Breakage Risk

Worldwise Inc. is recalling SlyDog retractable dog leashes because the metal clasp can break, causing the leash to recoil and injure owners.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves significant injury reports, including a broken tooth, displaced eye lens, and facial cuts, which meets the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Worldwise Inc. is recalling approximately 223,000 SlyDog™ Retractable Dog Leashes. The recall involves leashes with a metal clasp connecting the leash to the dog's collar. The leashes feature a blue plastic case with a black grip and a black woven strap. SlyDog leashes with a plastic clasp are not included in this recall.

The metal clasp can bend or break while in use, causing the leash to recoil unexpectedly. This poses a serious risk of injury to consumers. Worldwise has received five reports of injuries, including facial cuts, a broken tooth, a displaced eye lens, and a bruised collar bone.

The leashes were sold at Dollar General Stores nationwide from September 2007 through August 2008 for about $5. Consumers should stop using these leashes immediately and return them to Worldwise Inc. for a full refund, including shipping costs. 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 www.squareonesystem.com.

The recalled product

Product
SlyDog™ Retractable Dog Leashes
Manufacturer
Worldwise Inc., of San Rafael, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Pet Supplies
Hazard
Affected units
223,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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