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Can cats eat xylitol (sugar-free gum & sweets)?

No · Toxic / avoid

No. Xylitol (Sugar-Free Gum & Sweets) is not safe for cats.

Why

Xylitol is well known to be dangerous for dogs. Evidence in cats is limited, but vets advise keeping all xylitol products (gum, sugar-free candy, some peanut butters) away from pets.

What to do

Call your vet or a poison hotline for advice.

Always check with your vet if your cat has health conditions, and see the ASPCA list of people foods to avoid.

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