Petmate Pet Zone Laser Pointer & LED Ball Toys Recalled for Button Battery Ingestion Risk Sold atMen
Petmate recalled Pet Zone Laser Pointer & LED Ball toys sold exclusively at Menards. The recall date is August 7, 2025. The products contain six preinstalled button cell batteries and pose an ingestion hazard if the battery compartment is breached. Consumers should stop using the recalled toys and contact Petmate for a full refund.
Quick Facts at a Glance
Recall Date
August 7, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Petmate
Category
Toys & Children's Products
Sold At
Unknown, Multiple Retailers...
At-Risk Groups
PETS, GENERAL, PREGNANT
Product Images
Recalled Pet Zone Laser Pointer and LED Ball Pet Toys
Item #:15712EAM3 appears on the back of the recalled pet toys
"Danger" and "Accession No. 2430278-000" are printed on a silver label located on the laser pointer tube
Hazard Information
The recalled pet toys violate the mandatory standard for consumer products containing button cell or coin batteries as required by Reese's Law because the LED-illuminated plastic sphere can break upon impact, making the button cell batteries easily accessible to children, posing an ingestion hazard. Swallowed batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns and death.
What You Should Do
return it for a full refund. Petmate toll-free at 888-847-8716 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://recallrtr.com/pettoys or https://petmate.com and click "Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pet toys and contact Petmate for a full refund. Note: Button cell and coin batteries are hazardous. If disposing of or recycling button cell or coin batteries, do so in a manner that follows local hazardous waste procedures.. Available options: Refund
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About This Product
Pet Zone toys are designed for interactive play with pets. These specific items include a laser pointer and LED ball, each preloaded with button batteries and designed for motion-activated play.
Why This Is Dangerous
The toy can break on impact, exposing button cells that pets or children could access and swallow, risking internal injury.
Industry Context
This recall is part of a broader pattern of button cell battery safety enforcement under Reese's Law.
Real-World Impact
Consumers may face costly medical bills and safety concerns if a swallowed battery occurs; immediate action is required for refunds and safe disposal.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
Check for Item #:15712EAM on packaging back.
Look for a white laser pointer with blue paw prints and silver label reading Danger Accession No. 2430278-000 on the laser tube.
LED ball should be clear and 1.6 inches in diameter.
Where to find product info
Visit https://recallrtr.com/pettoys or Petmate site under Recall for official instructions.
What timeline to expect
Refund processing typically 4-8 weeks after return is initiated.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
Escalate to consumer protection agencies if the company is unresponsive.
Keep records of all correspondence and dates.
How to prevent similar issues
Avoid similar button cell battery toys from other brands.
Choose pet toys with secure battery compartments.
Check for compliance with candy packaging safety and local hazardous waste guidelines for battery disposal.
Documentation advice
Keep photos of the toy, packaging, model numbers, and any correspondence with Petmate.
Product Details
Brand: Petmate. Product: Pet Zone Laser Pointer & LED Ball. Model: Item #:15712EAM. Batteries: Six preinstalled button cell batteries. Sold exclusively at: Menards. Recall date: 2025-08-07. Remedy: Full refund. Contact: Petmate toll-free 888-847-8716 (8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. ET, Mon–Fri) or recall page links.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported in the provided data.
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