[3 goldens]

TGhis is copied from an article on Dogster and it is a little scarey.

HealthyStuff.org tested over 400 pet products, including beds, chew toys, stuffed toys, collars, leashes, and tennis balls. Since there are no government standards for hazardous chemicals in pet products, it is not surprising that toxic chemicals were found.
45% of pet products tested had detectable levels of one or more hazardous chemical, including:
One-quarter of all pet products had detectable levels of lead.
7% of all pet products have lead levels greater than 300 ppm — the current CPSC lead standard for lead in children’s products.
Nearly half of pet collars had detectable levels of lead; with 27% exceeding 300 ppm — the CPSC limit for lead in children’s products.
One half (48%) of tennis balls tested had detectable levels of lead. Tennis balls intended for pets were much more likely to contain lead. Sports tennis balls contained no lead.
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[Oaklys Dad]

YIKES! Thanks for posting this. There are a lot of cheezy pet products out there and that is a good reminder to buy only the best for our fuzzy buddies.

 

[BeauShel]

Thanks for the info. I only use the people tennis balls just to be on the safe side.