Re: Not a joke -Xylitol (sweetener) is bad news for critters.. O/T

[Guest guest]

Thanks so much for this info Sheena,, we DO use xylitol and we DO have dogs,, so Ill make sure that Rog see's this too,, thank you again! I love my dogs and just wouldnt want them to get sick!!!Jackie

Subject: Not a joke -Xylitol (sweetener) is bad news for critters.. O/TTo: Hepatitis_C_Central Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 5:21 PM

Xylitol (sweetener) is bad news for critters..

Vets are seeing a rapid increase in xylitol toxicities in dogs and we'd like the public to be more aware of this danger.

As few as two sticks of gum containing xylitol can be toxic to a 20 lb dog. Symptoms include acute hypoglycemia which, if not treated, can lead to brain damage or death. Higher doses of xylitol can occasionally cause fatal liver necrosis. Toxicities can be treated if caught early.

Xylitol is being used to sweeten more foods every year so please be aware of which products contain this chemical and keep pets away.

Also, please spread the word. Most people don't think the pack of gum their dog just ate could be deadly.

Belinda

"The number of xylitol exposures reported to the Animal Poison Control Center over the last 6 years has been increasing steadily (and exponentially) in the last 6 years. In 2002 we have 2 cases, 2003 there were 23, 2004 there were 91, 2005 there were 240, 2006 there were 711, and in 2007 about 1914. So far, 2008 looks like it will at least double the number from the previous year. Human drugs, rodenticides, insecticides, and chocolate are still more common by far but as you can see the number of cases we receive are increasing steadily. There has been a rapid increase in xylitol-containing products (gums, mints, baked goods) on the U.S. market. And, IMO, dogs seem to be attracted to xylitol.The ASPCA has worked hard to get information

on xylitol out there. We have released several press releases warning about xylitol. I (and other toxicologists at the Center) have been interviewed for newspapers, magazines, and TV news about it. Still, we unfortunately can't reach everybody.Many of the manufacturers have put warnings about xylitol and dogs on their websites but, it would be better if they put a warning on their label. However, they are probably reluctant to do this since they may be concerned about people thinking if this is bad for dogs, it may be bad for them." Dunayer, MS, VMD, DABT, DABVTVIN consultant: ToxicologyASPCA Animal Poison Control Center1-888-4-ANI- HELP (1-)http://www.apcc. aspca.org/ apcc

Belinda Burwell, D.V.M.Director, VeterinarianBlue Ridge Wildlife CenterPO Box 326Millwood, Virginia 22646www.blueridgewildli fe

[Guest guest]

We do, too..I know you have dogs, sweetie, and that you love them like your kids,

who would have thought.. yikes, ever something..

From: Sheena <mom4possums2002@ yahoo.com>Subject: [Hepatitis_C_ Central] Not a joke -Xylitol (sweetener) is bad news for critters.. O/TTo: Hepatitis_C_ Central@yahoogro ups.comDate: Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 5:21 PM

Xylitol (sweetener) is bad news for critters..

Vets are seeing a rapid increase in xylitol toxicities in dogs and we'd like the public to be more aware of this danger.

As few as two sticks of gum containing xylitol can be toxic to a 20 lb dog. Symptoms include acute hypoglycemia which, if not treated, can lead to brain damage or death. Higher doses of xylitol can occasionally cause fatal liver necrosis. Toxicities can be treated if caught early.

Xylitol is being used to sweeten more foods every year so please be aware of which products contain this chemical and keep pets away.

Also, please spread the word. Most people don't think the pack of gum their dog just ate could be deadly.

Belinda

"The number of xylitol exposures reported to the Animal Poison Control Center over the last 6 years has been increasing steadily (and exponentially) in the last 6 years. In 2002 we have 2 cases, 2003 there were 23, 2004 there were 91, 2005 there were 240, 2006 there were 711, and in 2007 about 1914. So far, 2008 looks like it will at least double the number from the previous year. Human drugs, rodenticides, insecticides, and chocolate are still more common by far but as you can see the number of cases we receive are increasing steadily. There has been a rapid increase in xylitol-containing products (gums, mints, baked goods) on the U.S. market. And, IMO, dogs seem to be attracted to xylitol.The ASPCA has worked hard to get information

on xylitol out there. We have released several press releases warning about xylitol. I (and other toxicologists at the Center) have been interviewed for newspapers, magazines, and TV news about it. Still, we unfortunately can't reach everybody.Many of the manufacturers have put warnings about xylitol and dogs on their websites but, it would be better if they put a warning on their label. However, they are probably reluctant to do this since they may be concerned about people thinking if this is bad for dogs, it may be bad for them." Dunayer, MS, VMD, DABT, DABVTVIN consultant: ToxicologyASPCA Animal Poison Control Center1-888-4-ANI- HELP (1-)http://www.apcc. aspca.org/ apcc

Belinda Burwell, D.V.M.Director, VeterinarianBlue Ridge Wildlife CenterPO Box 326Millwood, Virginia 22646www.blueridgewildli fe

[Guest guest]

Oh I know,, it IS always something,, Jackie

From: Sheena <mom4possums2002@ yahoo.com>Subject: [Hepatitis_C_ Central] Not a joke -Xylitol (sweetener) is bad news for critters.. O/TTo: Hepatitis_C_ Central@yahoogro ups.comDate: Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 5:21 PM

Xylitol (sweetener) is bad news for critters..

Vets are seeing a rapid increase in xylitol toxicities in dogs and we'd like the public to be more aware of this danger.

As few as two sticks of gum containing xylitol can be toxic to a 20 lb dog. Symptoms include acute hypoglycemia which, if not treated, can lead to brain damage or death. Higher doses of xylitol can occasionally cause fatal liver necrosis. Toxicities can be treated if caught early.

Xylitol is being used to sweeten more foods every year so please be aware of which products contain this chemical and keep pets away.

Also, please spread the word. Most people don't think the pack of gum their dog just ate could be deadly.

Belinda

"The number of xylitol exposures reported to the Animal Poison Control Center over the last 6 years has been increasing steadily (and exponentially) in the last 6 years. In 2002 we have 2 cases, 2003 there were 23, 2004 there were 91, 2005 there were 240, 2006 there were 711, and in 2007 about 1914. So far, 2008 looks like it will at least double the number from the previous year. Human drugs, rodenticides, insecticides, and chocolate are still more common by far but as you can see the number of cases we receive are increasing steadily. There has been a rapid increase in xylitol-containing products (gums, mints, baked goods) on the U.S. market. And, IMO, dogs seem to be attracted to xylitol.The ASPCA has worked hard to get information

on xylitol out there. We have released several press releases warning about xylitol. I (and other toxicologists at the Center) have been interviewed for newspapers, magazines, and TV news about it. Still, we unfortunately can't reach everybody.Many of the manufacturers have put warnings about xylitol and dogs on their websites but, it would be better if they put a warning on their label. However, they are probably reluctant to do this since they may be concerned about people thinking if this is bad for dogs, it may be bad for them." Dunayer, MS, VMD, DABT, DABVTVIN consultant: ToxicologyASPCA Animal Poison Control Center1-888-4-ANI- HELP (1-)http://www.apcc. aspca.org/ apcc

Belinda Burwell, D.V.M.Director, VeterinarianBlue Ridge Wildlife CenterPO Box 326Millwood, Virginia 22646www.blueridgewildli fe