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XYLITOL IS EXTREMELY TOXIC TO DOGS
Even small amounts can cause life-threatening hypoglycemia within 15-30 minutes. If your dog ate ANY xylitol, call your vet immediately while using this tool.
Emergency Triage
Xylitol Toxicity Calculator
Xylitol is extremely toxic to dogs - assess risk immediately if your dog ingested any xylitol-containing product
Why Xylitol is So Dangerous
- Xylitol is absorbed extremely rapidly - within 15-30 minutes
- It triggers massive insulin release in dogs (but not humans)
- This causes dangerous drops in blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
- Higher doses can cause acute liver failure within 12-72 hours
- Time is critical - treatment is most effective when started early
minutes ago
Xylitol is rapidly absorbed. Symptoms can begin within 15-30 minutes!
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