Can cats eat xylitol?

If your cat has already eaten this and you are worried, contact your veterinarian.

Why

Avoid entirely. Found in sugar-free products; not established as safe for cats in any amount. Xylitol is a sugar substitute found in many human products that offers no nutritional value for cats and is not established as safe for them in any amount. While current data indicates it does not cause the same toxic reaction in cats as it does in dogs, it is not a food item for felines and poses risks if your cat ingests it alongside household dogs who are highly sensitive to it.

Watch out for

sugar-free gum
sugar-free mints
sugar-free baked goods
sugar-free peanut butter
sugar-free toothpaste

Better choices

small piece of cooked chicken freeze-dried salmon treat commercial cat treat small piece of cooked fish

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