3. Xylitol
Xylitol, a very common artificial sweetener, is a risk to your dog’s health. It can be found in a large variety of products, including gum, candy, mints, toothpaste, baked goods, and ice cream.
Ingesting Xylitol can cause insulin release, which can lead to liver failure. This insulin increase leads to hypoglycemia
Initial symptoms include vomiting, stumbling, coordination issues, lethargy, and low energy as a result of low blood sugar. Seizures can follow, and elevated liver enzymes and liver failure can follow within days after ingestion of Xylitol.
