Tag: Pet toxicosis

According to the Pet Poison Helpline, xylitol-related calls more than doubled in five years. If your dog ate Trident gum, it is a veterinary emergency because many sugar-free gums contain the toxic sweetener xylitol.

Small amounts of the sugar substitute xylitol can cause a rapid and dangerous drop in blood sugar, liver failure, and even death in dogs. It is critical for pet owners to know which products, including certain peanut butters, contain this toxic ingredient.