ConsumerAffairs.com hired ExperTox Analytical Laboratory in Texas to test four imported toys for pets -- two for dogs and two for cats -- for heavy metals and other toxins. Forensic toxicologist Dr. Ernest Lykissa, Ph.D., director of ExperTox's lab, described the levels of heavy metals in the green monster and catnip toys as potentially toxic and said Wal-Mart should pull the products off the market.

Two veterinarians, however, said the levels of toxic metals found in the toys do not pose a health risk to dogs or cats. Whether the toys are a hazard to children and adults who handle them isn't clear.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission -- which says it needs more money to protect consumers -- did not respond to inquiries and the FDA claims no jurisdiction according to the ConsumerAffairs.com report.

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