Poundland shoppers lose it after spotting controversial 'design flaw' on giraffe toys

A picture of the offending toy has opened the floodgates on social media

For parents, an easy way to reward good behaviour can be to take the kids to Poundland and let them choose a toy for a quid.

It's an affordable and simple way to keep everybody happy - nothing odd there.

What you probably don't expect, though, is to find a massive set of crown jewels sat loud and proud on the plastic giraffe you've just purchased.

That's exactly what happened to one shopper, who was left mortified to discover that her little one's new toy was a lot more well-endowed than she was expecting.

Tasha Butler first shared a picture of her discovery on Facebook page Poundland Appreciation Society.

Under photos of her new toy, she wrote: "So.. my 2 year old girl chose this today and brought it home to say “mam.. giraffes got a willy." She’s not wrong is she."

The post quickly gained traction, with many social media users finding it hilarious.

"Now that’s what u call attention to detail for the toy maker," said one amused shopper.

Another added: "I think I need to look at the ones I bought lol."

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"All the dog toys have them. I didn't know this was the case for the other animals too!" said somebody else.

However, as somebody else pointed out: " Tbh I think it's great that kids toys can be anatomically correct without it being seen as unnecessary or sexualising."

When asked for comment by Manchester Evening News, a spokesperson for Poundland responded: "It’s the little details that count.”

You win, Poundland. You win.