DOGSA letter to the editor is presented in response to the previously published article on xylitol toxicity in dogs.Campbell, AlexanderBates, NicolaVeterinary Record: Journal of the British Veterinary AssociationCampbell A, Bates N. Xylitol toxicity in dogs. Vet Rec 2008;162(8): 254....
The amount of a product that needs to be ingested before toxicity is expected varies by product. In general, lower doses of xylitol cause hypoglycemia, while higher doses cause liver failure. The most common source of xylitol poisoning that Pet Poison Helpline gets calls about comes from sugar...
Yes, xylitol is a sweetener found in a wide variety of human food products or medicines and can be toxic or deadly to dogs. Initial signs of toxicity include vomiting, lethargy (low energy) and loss of coordination (unsteadiness). If you think your dog may have eaten a product containing ...
Sweetener in some sugarless gums can kill dogs02:05 The ingredient affects humans and dogs differently, the FDA explains. While it's safe for people to eat, dogs' bodies do not process it the same way. "In people, xylitol does not stimulate the release of insulin from the pancreas," the...
The Animal Poison Control Center of the American Society for the prevention of cruelty to animals has reported several cases of xylitol toxicity in dogs with a history of eating sugar-free (“low-carb”) food products, including muffins, cupcakes, gum, and cookies.3, 4 Xylitol's antibacterial...
Xylitol was first introduced into the United States in 2002, and since that time, reports of toxicity to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center have increased from two dogs in 2002 to 2512 dogs in 2008.168 Ingestion of more than 0.1 g/kg in dogs is associated with a rapid, severe, ...
This especially applies when it comes to liver toxicity. So, large ingestion of Xylitol that is not noticed immediately can result in liver failure and death despite strong supportive care. Usually, this can occur in less than 36 hours in dogs that are otherwise healthy and young....
Very low toxicity by ingestion. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. A sugar. Safety Xylitol is used in oral pharmaceutical formulations, confectionery, and food products, and is generally regarded as an essentially nontoxic, nonallergenic, and nonirritant material....
The toxicity of xylitol is dose dependent. The dose necessary to cause hypoglycemia in dogs is approximately 0.1 grams/kg, while the amount needed to cause hepatic necrosis is approximately 0.5 grams/kg. Rarely, hepatic necrosis can be seen without prior hypoglycemia. Most chewing gums and breath...
Xylitol is a prevalent sugar substitute found in a wide variety of foods, particularly those labeled as "low carb." It is found in many medicines and dental products both for its antibacterial activity and to increase palatability. Originally, this toxin was recognized as a problem in dogs foll...