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LindaBedilia · 04-12-2010, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Ladymom

This is an emergency!

Xylitol: Common Sugar Substitute Xylitol Can Be Deadly for Pets

Do you have a friend or relative who can take you to the vet?

Even if she seems fine, your vet will probably want to draw blood to check her liver function.

I agree

She should be taken to the vet right away.....

Nancy1999 · 04-12-2010, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by kjc

You may not see symptoms for days... it will be too late...damage will be done...

Yes, I agree, if the vets treats right away, you can avoid permanent liver damage.

Ladymom · 04-12-2010, 10:50 AM

This just happened with a little Maltese on another forum I belong to about a week ago. She rushed her to the vet, had bloodwork done and everything was fine, thank heavens. The vet put her on Denamarin for a couple of weeks to prevent liver damage.

DaniMarie · 04-12-2010, 10:52 AM

I forwarded this thread to my husband, as well as some links.

My regular vet didn't seem very concerned but I think we are going to take her to an ER vet as soon as he gets home, which can't come soon enough. (2 hours probably

)

I just gave her a bunch of nutrical and water. I feel so helpless... I needed to do something and read a bunch of tips on what you can do right away if you think this has happened (ways to counteract hypoglycemia).

Soooooo........ hopefully he'll be home sooner than later. I don't have friends or family around here. I hate this!!!! I don't even know if she swallowed the damn gum and now I am going to lose major money that we don't even have treating something I don't even know if she has!

GAH! This is brutal. I am throwing away every piece of gum in this house and never buying any again. I had no idea.

Of all the things the puppy books and brochures warn you about, gum is not on any of them.

Ladymom · 04-12-2010, 10:56 AM

One stick of gum is a toxic dose for a toy breed dog.

Liver damage is a concern. I'd be especially worried in any breed prone to liver disease like Yorkies are:

About.com: http://www2.aspca.org/site/DocServer/vetm0207f_095-100_.pdf?docID=10462

DaniMarie · 04-12-2010, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ladymom

One stick of gum is a toxic dose for a toy breed dog.

Liver damage is a concern. I'd be especially worried in any breed prone to liver disease like Yorkies are:

About.com: http://www2.aspca.org/site/DocServer/vetm0207f_095-100_.pdf?docID=10462

I am going to tell everyone I know about this.
I seriously never ever knew! I wonder if my friends who have small dogs even know!? I know my family doesn't.

I've been ripped off before with my dog and especially my cats at emergency vets...what exact should I be asking for in regards to tests for her?? Should she be having bloodwork? Is there something that they give her to just neutralize in case she did swallow the gum?

Like I said, my husband JUST started working again after being laid off.......I will obviously spare no expense if it's my baby's life but nothing unnecessary, what would you recommend???

And thank you!!

kjc · 04-12-2010, 11:14 AM

This site tells you what to do, and is available to your ER vet to be sure they are up to date on the latest treatment protocols...

Northside Veterinary Clinic -- Pet Care

Scroll down to the bottom...

Suggest applying for Care Credit if needed.... can approve you in minutes...

DaniMarie · 04-12-2010, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kjc

This site tells you what to do, and is available to your ER vet to be sure they are up to date on the latest treatment protocols...

Northside Veterinary Clinic -- Pet Care

Scroll down to the bottom...

Suggest applying for Care Credit if needed.... can approve you in minutes...

Unfortunately our credit took a huge dive due to layoffs and other things I won't get into that subsequently happened....and we do not qualify for care credit (or any credit for that matter) any longer.

That site just gives information on the toxicity, not on the tests needed to perform.

What exactly are they going to do to her, has anyone else been through this and know what needs to happen here?

kjc · 04-12-2010, 11:35 AM

No, it tells you to call the ASPCA animal poison center and they will tell you what to expect and for $60,00 fee they will talk with your vet to be sure your dog gets the most current treatment available for Xylitol poisoning. They will also tell you things you can do at home for your dog while waiting to get to the vet. They give you a case number to give to the vet and talk to him/her to be sure the latest protocols are followed.

Gizmo Baby · 04-12-2010, 11:37 AM

Just found this hope it helps in knowing what vets need to do. Hope she's all right and never ate the gum xo

How to Avoid Xylitol Poisoning in Dogs: The Xylitol Sugar Substitute in Candy, Chewing Gum is Toxic to Dogs

kjc · 04-12-2010, 11:38 AM

I will do a search but I remember she said her vet wasn't current with treating Xylitol poisoning and her dog ended up suffering with permanent liver damage, because everything that should have been done wasn't done.

kjc · 04-12-2010, 11:46 AM

Here it is: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...-gum-help.html

Ladymom · 04-12-2010, 11:54 AM

Can you take her to your regular vet instead of going to the emergency vet? It will be a lot less expensive.

kjc · 04-12-2010, 11:58 AM

Here's another... sorry no time to read... it's in one of them...

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...death-pup.html

kjc · 04-12-2010, 12:05 PM

When I was working as a Vet Tech, I recall the vet asking a client if they would pay the fee for the vet to call the ASPCA poison control hotline, bc he wasn't sure how to treat their dog, so don't be surprised if this happens. This is the best place to get the info.

Well, I have to go, so I truly hope all goes well for your pup and I do hope it's not too expensive. Best Wishes,
Kathy

04-12-2010, 10:50 AM	#18
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 8,317	This just happened with a little Maltese on another forum I belong to about a week ago. She rushed her to the vet, had bloodwork done and everything was fine, thank heavens. The vet put her on Denamarin for a couple of weeks to prevent liver damage. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref...6213341?ref=nf

04-12-2010, 10:52 AM	#19
DaniMarie Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 138	I forwarded this thread to my husband, as well as some links. My regular vet didn't seem very concerned but I think we are going to take her to an ER vet as soon as he gets home, which can't come soon enough. (2 hours probably ) I just gave her a bunch of nutrical and water. I feel so helpless... I needed to do something and read a bunch of tips on what you can do right away if you think this has happened (ways to counteract hypoglycemia). Soooooo........ hopefully he'll be home sooner than later. I don't have friends or family around here. I hate this!!!! I don't even know if she swallowed the damn gum and now I am going to lose major money that we don't even have treating something I don't even know if she has! GAH! This is brutal. I am throwing away every piece of gum in this house and never buying any again. I had no idea. Of all the things the puppy books and brochures warn you about, gum is not on any of them. __________________ Mommy to Poppy & her kitty siblings: Sophie, Lily and Cubbie

04-12-2010, 10:56 AM	#20
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 8,317	One stick of gum is a toxic dose for a toy breed dog. Liver damage is a concern. I'd be especially worried in any breed prone to liver disease like Yorkies are: About.com: http://www2.aspca.org/site/DocServer/vetm0207f_095-100_.pdf?docID=10462 __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref...6213341?ref=nf

04-12-2010, 11:14 AM	#22
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	This site tells you what to do, and is available to your ER vet to be sure they are up to date on the latest treatment protocols... Northside Veterinary Clinic -- Pet Care Scroll down to the bottom... Suggest applying for Care Credit if needed.... can approve you in minutes... __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity Last edited by kjc; 04-12-2010 at 11:16 AM.

04-12-2010, 11:35 AM	#24
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	No, it tells you to call the ASPCA animal poison center and they will tell you what to expect and for $60,00 fee they will talk with your vet to be sure your dog gets the most current treatment available for Xylitol poisoning. They will also tell you things you can do at home for your dog while waiting to get to the vet. They give you a case number to give to the vet and talk to him/her to be sure the latest protocols are followed. __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

04-12-2010, 11:37 AM	#25
Gizmo Baby YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada Posts: 328	Just found this hope it helps in knowing what vets need to do. Hope she's all right and never ate the gum xo How to Avoid Xylitol Poisoning in Dogs: The Xylitol Sugar Substitute in Candy, Chewing Gum is Toxic to Dogs

04-12-2010, 11:38 AM	#26
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	I will do a search but I remember she said her vet wasn't current with treating Xylitol poisoning and her dog ended up suffering with permanent liver damage, because everything that should have been done wasn't done. __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

04-12-2010, 11:46 AM	#27
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	Here it is: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...-gum-help.html __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

04-12-2010, 11:54 AM	#28
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 8,317	Can you take her to your regular vet instead of going to the emergency vet? It will be a lot less expensive. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref...6213341?ref=nf

04-12-2010, 11:58 AM	#29
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	Here's another... sorry no time to read... it's in one of them... http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...death-pup.html __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

04-12-2010, 12:05 PM	#30
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	When I was working as a Vet Tech, I recall the vet asking a client if they would pay the fee for the vet to call the ASPCA poison control hotline, bc he wasn't sure how to treat their dog, so don't be surprised if this happens. This is the best place to get the info. Well, I have to go, so I truly hope all goes well for your pup and I do hope it's not too expensive. Best Wishes, Kathy __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity