With the holidays upon us, many of us will have more sweets around the house. You likely already know that chocolate can be toxic to your dog, but did you know that xylitol, a commonly used sweetener found in products such as nut butters, chewing gum, and candy can be poisonous to your canine companion? The U.S. Food & Drug Administration has more information about xylitol, how to avoid it, and the signs affected dogs may display.
