Christopher E. asked

🐕  Dog Health

My 52lb lab mix, Stormi, ate a pack of Orbit 14-piece gum containing xylitol yesterday around 2pm. She has not vomited and is acting normal. I took her to the vet today, but we don't get lab work back until tomorrow. I just wanted a second opinion on what to expect and how to monitor her condition.

January 8th, 2024

Jessica A. answered

Xylitol ingestion in dogs can lead to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and potentially liver damage or...

January 8th, 2024

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