August 25, 2006

Sweetener Xylitol Poison to Dog

If your dog gets ahold of any items sweetened with xylitol they could experience a sudden drop in blood sugar resulting in depression, loss of coordination and seizures. These signs can develop in less than half and hour after eating the items.

Xylitol is a sweetener found in many sugar-free products including gum and candy.

In 2004 the Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) handled about 70 cases of xyloitol poisoning in dogs. In the first half of 2006 there have already been  114 cases.
It is necessary to keep any foods containing xylitol out of your animals’ reach.

If you suspect that your pet has ingested products sweetened with xylitol—or any other potentially dangerous substance—call your vet or the APCC's emergency hotline at (888) 426-4435 for round-the-clock telephone assistance. For more pet poison prevention tips, please visit APCC online

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