Want to know what you can do to make sure your doggy BFF stays healthy? Make sure you read the ingredients on the next jar of peanut butter you buy. You'll save your dog's life and he'll still get to eat his favorite sticky treat.
Seriously, who would've thought such a harmless treat might actually be bad for your dog? Now that you know what to look out for, be sure to let others know about the dangers of xylitol.
Peanut butter with the sweetener xylitol might be good for bodybuilders and health-conscious consumers, but it can be deadly for your dog, animal advocates say.
The Capital Area Humane Society has issued a warning to owners not to feed their pets peanut butter containing xylitol.
Now, it’s showing up in peanut-butter brands such as nut ‘n more, P28 and Nutty by Nature, according to Mary Hiser, spokeswoman for the Humane Society, which issued the warning.
Xylitol, considered harmless to humans, can cause a dog’s blood-sugar level to drop, lead to liver disease and prevent clotting, resulting in internal and external bleeding.
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol found in small amounts in berries and other foods.
Keep your pup safe from xylitol now that you understand how it can affect him. He doesn't have to miss out on his favorite snack! You just have to be cautious next time you're at the grocery store.
For more information on xylitol, check out ModernDog.
