EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Soft toy Dodowin “Walking Toy Dog” — risk: choking, strangulation
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00143/26
Summary
The product has small parts which can easily detach (dog's nose). A small child could put them into the mouth and choke. Moreover, there are no warnings to indicate that the product is supplied with a cord, which may present a strangulation hazard to young children if left unattended. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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Product
- Battery-operated plush dog wearing a fabric collar with lead, bowl, bone toys and carrier. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.
What is the risk?
- The product has small parts which can easily detach (dog's nose). A small child could put them into the mouth and choke. Moreover, there are no warnings to indicate that the product is supplied with a cord, which may present a strangulation hazard to young children if left unattended. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 13/11/2025
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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