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How to poison dogs with xylitol? ——Be alert to pet food safety hazards
Recently, the topic of pet safety has once again aroused heated discussion, especially the toxicity of xylitol to dogs. This article will combine data and cases to analyze the harmful mechanisms and preventive measures of xylitol, and call on the public to pay attention to pet food safety.
1. The toxic mechanism of xylitol to dogs
Xylitol is a common sugar substitute that is harmless to humans, but can cause fatal hypoglycemia and liver failure in dogs. The following are key data on toxic effects:
| Dog weight (kg) | Xylitol intake (mg/kg) | potential consequences |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 50-100 | Vomiting, drowsiness |
| 10 | 100-500 | severe hypoglycemia |
| 20 | >500 | acute hepatic necrosis |
2. List of common foods containing xylitol
The following are high-risk foods involved in pet poisoning cases in recent years:
| food category | Specific products | Xylitol content (g/100g) |
|---|---|---|
| sugar free gum | XX brand mints | 35-45 |
| baked goods | sugar free cake | 10-20 |
| toothpaste | Children's anti-caries toothpaste | 5-15 |
3. Poisoning symptoms and emergency treatment
If a pet accidentally eats xylitol, the following measures need to be taken within 2 hours:
| time period | Symptoms | first aid plan |
|---|---|---|
| within 30 minutes | Drooling, vomiting | induce vomiting immediately |
| 1-2 hours | Ataxia | IV glucose |
| 12 hours later | Jaundice, bloody stools | Liver Protective Treatment |
4. Social Controversies and Legal Warnings
Recently, there has been a vicious discussion on the Internet about "poisoning dogs with xylitol". It needs to be made clear:
1.Intentional poisoning suspected of crime: According to Article 30 of the Animal Epidemic Prevention Law, those who intentionally harm other people’s pets may be detained and fined
2. A poisoning case uncovered somewhere in 2023 showed that the suspect caused the death of 5 pet dogs by throwing in meatballs containing xylitol, and was eventually sentenced to 8 months in prison.
5. Scientific pet-raising suggestions
1. Store xylitol-containing foods out of reach of pets
2. Check the ingredient list when buying pet treats
3. Participate in pet first aid knowledge training regularly
Pet owners are requested to be vigilant and work together to safeguard animal welfare and social order and good customs. If you find suspicious poisoning, please call the police immediately.
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