Sweetener blamed in dog deaths Orange County Register
Xylitol, a common sugar substitute, is used in a variety of human foods. Xylitol, a sugar substitute used in chewing gum, candy, toothpaste and other products, is being blamed in an increasing number of dog poisonings.
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Dog owners warned over sugar-free items Reuters via Yahoo! News
Keep those sugarless treats out of Fido's reach. Veterinarians warned on Friday that a commonly used sweetener might cause liver failure in dogs, and perhaps even kill them.
Dog owners warned over sugar-free items Sydney Morning Herald
Keep those sugarless treats out of Fido's reach. Veterinarians warned that a commonly used sweetener might cause liver failure in dogs, and perhaps even kill them.
Dog owners warned over sugar-free items Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News
Keep those sugarless treats out of Fido's reach.
Dog owners warned over sugar-free items AAP via Yahoo!7 News
US veterinarians have warned that a commonly used sweetener might cause liver failure in dogs, and perhaps even kill them.
Something bright to start your day EdmontonSun.com
Don't flip Fido your pre-chewed bubblegum, especially if it contains the sugar substitute xylitol. The old mutt just may keel over with liver failure, according to a report in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association.
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A farm at the end of Birchwood Drive was a favorite spot for neighborhood pet owners to walk their dogs, until Saturday, Aug. 26. Now a sign on the farm's gate warns residents in no uncertain terms not to do so.
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Chocolate Poisoning in Dogs
Please see chart below for breakdown of theobromine levels by chocolate type. Please call your veterinarian if you suspect that your dog has eaten any
How to Detect and Treat Chocolate Poisoning in Dogs eHow.com
Use these treatmen if your dog is showing symptoms of having recently ingested a large amount of chocolate. However, avoid using these treatmen on dogs
Veterinary Information Toxins that Affect Dogs
Call Poison Control Sugar overload Organophosphate poisoning and White Shaker dog syndrome Broccoli toxicity Chocolate toxicity Chocolate poisoning
The Straight Dope: Is chocolate toxic to dogs?
Ve at the National Poison Control Center say it's not uncommon for a 10- to 15-pound dog to eat a pound of chocolate, wrappings and all.
Home-Human Foods that Poison Pe
Human Foods that Poison Pe, Disclr When affected by an overdose of chocolate, a dog can become excited and hyperactive. Due to the diuretic effect


Veterinary Information - Toxins that Affect Dogs
Call Poison Control Sugar overload Organophosphate poisoning and White Shaker dog syndrome Broccoli toxicity - Chocolate toxicity Chocolate poisoning
The Straight Dope: Is chocolate toxic to dogs?
Vets at the National Animal Poison Control Center say it's not uncommon for a 10- to 15-pound dog to eat a pound of chocolate, wrappings and all.
Home-Human Foods that Poison Pets
Human Foods that Poison Pets, Disclaimer When affected by an overdose of chocolate, a dog can become excited and hyperactive. Due to the diuretic effect
Why is chocolate poisonous to dogs but not to humans?
We started with a Yahoo! search by typing in the three key words -- dog, chocolate, and poison. After scanning the results, we clicked on an article titled,
Chocolate Poisoning :: Dog Care
How to care for and treat dog who have eaten chocolate. The sooner this is done, the less the effects of the poison. That, in itself, explains the
Dog Poison Care
Dog Care Book - Poison treatment and control. Treatment: If you know your dog has eaten chocolate, induce vomiting (see Vomiting, How to Induce).
ParkVets Chocolate A Sweet death
Rags was a very lucky dog as subsequent similar cases have tragically resulted in less happy outcomes. Chocolate a poison - come on! Well yes.
AVMA Pet Poison Guide
Nonetheless, the American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) report and avoid chocolate-containing treats where the dog is concerned.