What to do if your dog eats chewing gum

If your dog eats chewing gum, it's important to check if it contains xylitol. If it does, promptly take your dog to the vet for emergency vomiting. If it doesn't contain xylitol, there's generally no need to worry, as the gum is not digestible and the mucus in the digestive tract can help expel it. Additionally, if the gum is merely stuck on the dog's teeth, you can remove it directly.

Xylitol-containing chewing gum

If the chewing gum your dog ate contains xylitol, it's essential to take it seriously, as xylitol can cause poisoning and symptoms of low blood sugar. In this case, it's recommended to take your dog to the vet for emergency vomiting or gastrointestinal endoscopy to remove the gum. If it's inconvenient to visit the vet, you can try giving the dog oral glucose water (about 25%) at home, administering 5 ml every 2-3 hours to reduce the likelihood of low blood sugar. The critical period is around 48-72 hours, and generally, after 72 hours, the dog is no longer in danger.

Chewing gum without xylitol

If your dog has eaten regular chewing gum without xylitol, but with gum base, you don't need to worry too much. Because the gum base is not digestible, over time, the mucus in the digestive tract can expel it, so it won't stick in the intestines.

注意事项

In addition to xylitol, chocolate, grapes, onions, coffee, and garlic can also cause poisoning in dogs. Therefore, always keep these foods away from your dog to prevent accidental consumption and avoid irreversible consequences.