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🚫 TOXIC

Can dogs eat xylitol (birch sugar)?

No — xylitol can be fatal to dogs, fast.

Xylitol, also labeled as birch sugar, triggers a massive insulin release in dogs that crashes blood sugar within 30 minutes and can cause liver failure. It's hidden in sugar-free gum, peanut butter, candy, and some medications. This is a rush-to-the-vet emergency — do not wait for symptoms.

What to do

If your dog already ate this, don't wait for symptoms — call your vet now, or the ASPCA Poison Control line at (888) 426-4435. Note what and how much was eaten.

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