Sneaky marketing

[squatting dog]

Found in a lot of products.

 

[PeppermintPatty]

Thanks squatting dog. Good to know.

Symptoms of xylitol poisoning in dogs include vomiting, followed by symptoms associated with the sudden lowering of your dog's blood sugar, such as decreased activity, weakness, staggering, incoordination, collapse and seizures.

https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/paws-xylitol-its-dangerous-dogs

 

[Gaer]

Good to know.

 

[RadishRose]

Found in a lot of products.


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Thanks, SD. I know not to buy PB with xylitol in it, but if I saw "birch sugar", while I would not be happy it had any kind of sugar additive, but would NEVER guess it is actually xylitol!

Valuable info here.

 

[Marie5656]

Here is another PSA for pet owners

 

[Lethe200]

Here's the full info on the xylitol renaming:

FYI: Xylitol's new marketing name – dog owners beware!
Most pet owners are aware that Xylitol is toxic to dogs, and even in small amounts can be potentially lethal. What’s new is that the same plant based sugar substitute can also be listed on labels as birch sugar or birch sap. Always check the ingredients any time a product lists “sugar free” or “diabetic friendly” or “non fat.” We recommend keeping all Xylitol-containing food and household products away from your dog and in a secure place.

Products which commonly use sugar substitutes:

• Sugar-free foods: baked goods/desserts, peanut butter, ice cream, candy, fruit drink, powdered drink mix, jelly/jam, cereal, yogurt, pudding/Jell-O, flavored gelatin, meal replacement/protein shakes, condiments including ketchup and syrup, chewing gum, breath mints
• Medications: cough drop/syrup, chewable/gummy vitamins, liquid compounded medications
• Dental care/beauty: toothpaste, mouthwash, shampoo, moisturizer, deodorant

If you see your dog eat a product containing xylitol or suspect they may have eaten it, contact ASPCA Animal Poison Control 888-426-4435 and based on their advice, call us or head to your nearest emergency clinic. We do not recommend making your dog vomit or giving anything to your dog until you consult with your veterinarian or Poison Control. We also recommend bringing the packaging, or what’s left of it, when going into your veterinarian.

Symptoms of xylitol poisoning can appear within 10 minutes or be delayed up to 12-24 hours after ingestion and can include:

• Vomiting
• Lethargy/Depression
• Stumbling/Lack of coordination
• Confusion
• Weakness/Loss of balance
• Collapse/Coma
• Seizures/Tremors