I just learned about Xyletol dangers - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Xena'smommy · 09-20-2007, 09:24 PM

I saw this on our local news tonight and learned a lot. I did a search here and didn't see anything posted about it so I thought I'd share.

Sugar Substitute May Be Dangerous to Dogs

SCHAUMBURG, Ill.
— If you think it's no big deal that your dog just ate some sugar-free gum or a cookie or two, think again. You may want to make an immediate trip to your veterinarian.

While veterinarians have suspected that the sugar substitute xylitol can make dogs sick, there is now further clinical evidence of an association between the product and possible liver failure in dogs. A clinical report appearing in the Oct. 1 Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA) discusses the sometimes fatal conditions developed by dogs that have ingested xylitol. Xylitol, a sweetener found in many sugar-free chewing gums, candies, baked goods and toothpastes, is a naturally occurring ingredient that may have far-reaching negative health effects on dogs.

entire article can be read here http://www.avma.org/press/releases/061001_xylitol.asp

PANAMA69 · 09-20-2007, 09:30 PM

Thankyou for the info

lara2913 · 09-20-2007, 11:09 PM

Thanks for the info, very scary.

Yorkiekids · 09-21-2007, 04:46 AM

Thanks for the input.

SevenGirl · 09-21-2007, 05:27 AM

Thanks for sharing. I had no idea!!!

GoofyBritt · 06-28-2008, 11:33 PM

C.E.T. AquaDent http://www.1800petmeds.com/images/pr.../11025_160.jpg C.E.T. AquaDent was formulated by veterinary dental specialists to help freshen your pet's breath and maintain oral hygiene. Simply add to your pet's drinking water every time your pet drinks. Undetectable to your pet.
[LIST][*]Helps fight plaque[*]Freshens breath[*]Kills bacteria in water bowl[/LIST]More Information on C.E.T. AquaDent Brand Name
C.E.T. AquaDent (Virbac)
Active Ingredient(s): Purified water, Glycerine, Xylitol, Polysorbate 20, Sorbate of Potassium, Emilgase, Zinc gluconate, Sodium benzoate, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Yellow #5, Chlorhexidine gluconate
What is this product used for: C.E.T. AquaDent is a drinking water additive formulated by veterinary dental specialists to help freshens your pet's breath and maintain oral hygiene in conjunction with a regular home dental care program.
Availability: C.E.T. AquaDent is available as a non-prescription (OTC) product.

cocoa · 06-29-2008, 01:12 PM

This was a good read, my son is a type 1 diabetic and we have tons of sugar-free...we mostly stick to splenda products, but now we will be alittle more cautious around Boss.

Yorkieluv · 06-29-2008, 03:12 PM

CET toothpaste also has sorbitol as the first ingredient which is questionable as well..

Ellie May · 06-30-2008, 04:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Yorkieluv

CET toothpaste also has sorbitol as the first ingredient which is questionable as well..

I knew about the AquaDent but now the toothpaste???

That is what I use for Ellie.
I guess I need to switch.

She has done so well with it.
Now I don't know what to do.

Yorkieluv · 06-30-2008, 07:42 AM

Yeah, I went to their website to look up the ingredients in their products and sorbitol came up as the first ingredient in the toothpaste

09-20-2007, 11:09 PM	#3
lara2913 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: UK Posts: 1,920	Thanks for the info, very scary. __________________ Indy, Benjamin and Malachi There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face- Ben Williams

09-21-2007, 04:46 AM	#4
Yorkiekids Piper & Sebastian Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: florida Posts: 14,495	Thanks for the input. __________________ Susan, Piper ,Harley & Suiki

06-28-2008, 11:33 PM	#6
GoofyBritt YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Grove City, OH Posts: 328	Xylitol in AquaDent!!! C.E.T. AquaDent http://www.1800petmeds.com/images/pr.../11025_160.jpg C.E.T. AquaDent was formulated by veterinary dental specialists to help freshen your pet's breath and maintain oral hygiene. Simply add to your pet's drinking water every time your pet drinks. Undetectable to your pet. [LIST][]Helps fight plaque[]Freshens breath[]Kills bacteria in water bowl[/LIST]More Information on C.E.T. AquaDent Brand Name* C.E.T. AquaDent (Virbac) Active Ingredient(s): Purified water, Glycerine, Xylitol, Polysorbate 20, Sorbate of Potassium, Emilgase, Zinc gluconate, Sodium benzoate, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Yellow #5, Chlorhexidine gluconate What is this product used for: C.E.T. AquaDent is a drinking water additive formulated by veterinary dental specialists to help freshens your pet's breath and maintain oral hygiene in conjunction with a regular home dental care program. Availability: C.E.T. AquaDent is available as a non-prescription (OTC) product. __________________ Bentley Bentley is my angel. I never knew I could love a dog so much, he is truly a miracle.

06-29-2008, 03:12 PM	#8
Yorkieluv Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: USA Posts: 7,178	CET toothpaste also has sorbitol as the first ingredient which is questionable as well.. __________________ Miko 's his Mommy

06-30-2008, 07:42 AM	#10
Yorkieluv Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: USA Posts: 7,178	Yeah, I went to their website to look up the ingredients in their products and sorbitol came up as the first ingredient in the toothpaste __________________ Miko 's his Mommy

09-20-2007, 09:24 PM	#1
Xena'smommy Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Telluride, CO Posts: 309	I just learned about Xyletol dangers I saw this on our local news tonight and learned a lot. I did a search here and didn't see anything posted about it so I thought I'd share. Sugar Substitute May Be Dangerous to Dogs SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — If you think it's no big deal that your dog just ate some sugar-free gum or a cookie or two, think again. You may want to make an immediate trip to your veterinarian. While veterinarians have suspected that the sugar substitute xylitol can make dogs sick, there is now further clinical evidence of an association between the product and possible liver failure in dogs. A clinical report appearing in the Oct. 1 Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA) discusses the sometimes fatal conditions developed by dogs that have ingested xylitol. Xylitol, a sweetener found in many sugar-free chewing gums, candies, baked goods and toothpastes, is a naturally occurring ingredient that may have far-reaching negative health effects on dogs. entire article can be read here http://www.avma.org/press/releases/061001_xylitol.asp __________________ The dog was created especially for children. He is the god of frolic.

09-20-2007, 09:30 PM	#2
PANAMA69 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ~~YorkieWorld~~ Posts: 8,428	Thankyou for the info

09-21-2007, 05:27 AM	#5
SevenGirl Bella-My Georgia Girl Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Duluth, Georgia Posts: 2,419	Thanks for sharing. I had no idea!!! __________________ Elizabeth and Bella Official Members of the CRAZY Club and the PINK Club! Bella 's dressing up!

06-29-2008, 01:12 PM	#7
cocoa Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: jacksonville,fl Posts: 30	This was a good read, my son is a type 1 diabetic and we have tons of sugar-free...we mostly stick to splenda products, but now we will be alittle more cautious around Boss.