After xylitol ingestion, vomiting is usually the initial sign.
Recently, the ASPCA APCC has had reports of some dogs developing elevated liver enzyme activity within 12 to 24 hours
after xylitol ingestion.
Not exact matches
Dogs may develop disorientation and seizures within 30 minutes
after ingestion of
xylitol, the ASPCA states.
Xylitol (found in peanut butter), for example, can cause lack of coordination within 10 minutes
after ingestion.
Therefore, it is crucial that pet owners seek veterinary treatment immediately
after ingestion or suspected
ingestion of products containing
Xylitol.
More severe, life - threatening signs of liver failure may include black tarry stool, jaundice (e.g., yellowing of the gums), severe lethargy, walking drunk, and rarely, seizures and death, although these signs aren't typically seen for 24 - 72 hours
after ingestion of
xylitol.
Xylitol is rapidly absorbed into the body
after ingestion (within minutes).
Xylitol causes an increase in insulin levels, which in turn drops blood glucose to potentially life - threatening levels in as short as 30 to 60 minutes
after ingestion.