Risks of xylitol poisoning in dogs

We are writing to raise awareness of xylitol toxicosis in dogs. Xylitol exists naturally in low concentrations in fruit and vegetables and is a normal intermediary in glucose metabolism. For people, it is used as a sweetener in many products, particularly sugar-free chewing gums and some chewable medications, where it will be listed as an excipient rather than active ingredient. It is also available as granules for home baking. It contains 40 per cent fewer calories than sugar and has the food …