When Treats Turn Toxic: The Gum Scare I Didn’t See Coming

I left a grocery bag on the counter for two minutes. That’s all it took for Molly to snag a pack of gum and a handful of gummy bears. At first, I just rolled my eyes—until I remembered something I’d read about xylitol. I frantically checked the gum packaging. Sure enough—sugar-free. That’s when panic set in. Xylitol can cause a dog’s blood sugar to plummet dangerously fast and even lead to liver failure. We rushed her to the vet, and thankfully, we got there in time. If the candy or gum had been the regular kind with sugar, she probably would’ve just had an upset stomach. But with xylitol, there’s no waiting—it’s an emergency. If your dog ever gets into gum or candy, check the label immediately. And if it says xylitol, don’t hesitate. Call your vet or an emergency clinic right away. #XylitolWarning #DogSafetyFirst #PetEmergency #WhatDogsShouldntEat