⚠️ The Sweet That Can Kill: Why Xylitol Is Extremely Dangerous for Dogs 🐶🚫 Xylitol might be safe (and even healthy) for humans—but for dogs, it’s deadly. This common sugar substitute is found in everything from chewing gum to peanut butter, and it takes only a small amount to cause serious harm—or even death—in your pup. If you're a dog parent, this is one ingredient you need to recognize and avoid at all costs. --- 🍬 What Is Xylitol? Xylitol is a sugar alcohol used as a low-calorie sweetener in many sugar-free and "diet" products. It’s commonly found in: Sugar-free gum and mints Baked goods Peanut butter Toothpaste and mouthwash Sugar-free candy Chewable vitamins Some medications While it doesn’t harm humans, dogs’ bodies react to xylitol very differently—and not in a good way. --- ☠️ Why Is Xylitol So Dangerous to Dogs? In dogs, xylitol triggers a massive release of insulin, which causes blood sugar to plummet dangerously—a condition called hypoglycemia. It can happe...
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