Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Xylitol Toxicosis in Dogs: An Update.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2018
- Authors:
- Murphy, Lisa A & Dunayer, Eric K
- Affiliation:
- Department of Pathobiology · United States
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Xylitol is a sweetener found in many products that can be very dangerous for dogs. If a dog eats something with xylitol, it can cause a sudden drop in blood sugar, which may lead to serious liver problems and issues with blood clotting. While aggressive treatment is often necessary, dogs that only experience low blood sugar usually have a good chance of recovery. As more products containing xylitol become available, it's important for pet owners to be aware of the risks and keep these items out of reach.
Abstract
Xylitol ingestions in dogs may result in severe hypoglycemia followed by acute hepatic failure and associated coagulopathies. Aggressive treatment may be needed, but the prognosis is generally expected to be good for dogs developing uncomplicated hypoglycemia. Because of increased availability of xylitol-containing products in the market and in the dog's environment, it is likely that there will continue to be increased exposures and toxicity in dogs.
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