Worldwise Inc. is recalling about 223,000 SlyDog retractable dog leashes. The metal clasp connecting the leash to a dog's collar can bend or break while in use, causing the leash to recoil unexpectedly. This poses a serious risk of injury to consumers.

The leash has a handle composed of a blue plastic case with a black plastic grip. The leash is made of a black woven strap and measures approximately 1\u20442-inch wide.

The end of the leash has a metal clasp that connects to the dog's collar. The SlyDog retractable leashes with a plastic clasp are not included in this recall.

Dollar General Stores sold the item from September 2007 through August 2008 for about $5. Consumers should return the leashes to Worldwise Inc. for a refund, including shipping costs.

For more information, contact Worldwise toll-free at 1-888-296-3807 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.squareonesystem.com.

Target is recalling about 330,000 Circo rosette bobbie socks. The ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

The recall involves girls Circo bobbie socks. The socks were sold in packs of six (pink, purple, plain white and three pairs with a box), ranging in size from 6- to 12-months, 12- to 24-months, and 2T to 5T. The socks are packaged in a green and white sleeve with a Circo-brand logo on the front.

Target stores sold the socks from January 2007 to July 2008 for about $6.

Consumers should return the socks to a Target store to receive a refund.

For more information, contact Target at 1-800-440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com.

Eley Corp., doing business as Rapid Reel, is recalling about 7,000 portable garden hose reel carts and wagons. The tires on the portable garden hose reel can explode while being inflated, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

The cart has two tires, and the wagon has four. The tires have a white plastic rim and a steel ball bearing hub or a black plastic bearing hub.

Home repair retailers and distributors such as Ace Hardware, Amazon.com and True Value Hardware sold the items from April 2005 through March 2006 for between $190 and $250.

Consumers should contact Rapid Reel for free replacement tires. For more information, contact Rapid Reel toll-free at 1-866-523-2363 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.rapidreel.com.

Wolf Appliance Inc. is recalling about 24,000 gas ranges. Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

This recall involves the following Wolf Appliance 48-Inch gas ranges with model numbers: P48, PS48 and R48. The gas ranges are stainless steel with a double oven. A "Wolf" appliance logo is on the front of the larger oven door.

Home builders and appliance stores sold the ranges from January 1998 through June 2008 for between $5,000 and $9,000.

Consumers should contact the manufacturer to schedule a free, in-home repair. The large oven and all cooktop burners are not affected.

For more information, consumers can contact Wolf Appliance toll-free at 1-866-643-6408 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.wolfappliance.com.