A few years ago, I spit out sugarfree gum (trident) into the trash and Barney ate it. I had been chewing two pieces of trident, knew about xylitol, so I called the ASPCA poison control hotline. Since my gum was already chewed, they did not think the dose would be toxic since I probably had ingested most of it. The ASPCA took it very seriously and instructed me to induce vomiting at home and take back the gum. Barney didn't vomit, and I did not take him in. If the gum had been fresh, I'd have taken him in and not called the hotline.
I wonder if xylitol affects dogs differently depending on the individual. I think I have heard of that in the past.
I also want to point out that Xylitol is an organic compound and is not artificial. It naturally occurs in various foods including fruits and veggies.
It's just another reason to feed your dog just anything you think is ok.
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