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Is Xylitol Safe for Pets?

EMERGENCY

EMERGENCY: Xylitol is extremely dangerous to dogs — causes rapid blood sugar crash and liver failure.

Toxic

Xylitol appears less acutely toxic to cats but should still be avoided.

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DogsEMERGENCY · 1/10

EMERGENCY: Xylitol is extremely dangerous to dogs — causes rapid blood sugar crash and liver failure.

Is Xylitol Safe for Pets?

Is it safe for your pet?

CatsToxic · 4/10

Xylitol appears less acutely toxic to cats but should still be avoided.

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⚠️This food is potentially toxic. Know what to do.What to do now →

Basic safety info shown above

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A common myth about xylitol

“Xylitol is only in sweets, so my dog’s fine if he ate a biscuit”

13 common pet food myths, busted →

Verdict

DogsEMERGENCY · 1/10

CatsToxic · 4/10

If your pet ate this

⚠Vomiting or diarrhoea within 6–12 hours
⚠Tremors, muscle twitching, or seizures
⚠Rapid breathing or heart rate
⚠Excessive thirst or urination

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