Can Dogs Eat Sorbitol? No — Causes Severe Diarrhea
This food is NOT safe for dogs. Keep it away from your pet.
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol that is not safe for dogs. It causes severe diarrhea and digestive distress and is often combined with xylitol in products.
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Warning Signs & Symptoms
Severe osmotic diarrhea, gas, abdominal pain, dehydration.
If Your Dog Ate This
Monitor for severe diarrhea and dehydration. Seek vet care if symptoms are severe.
What to Avoid
all products containing sorbitol
Preparation & Serving
Check ingredient labels of all sugar-free products for sorbitol content.
Did you know?
Osmotic diarrhea — any significant amount causes severe digestive distress
Portions & nutrition
- Serving (large dog)
- never
- Calories (per 100g)
- 0
- Safe frequency
- never
Source
What You Need to Know
Sorbitol causes severe osmotic diarrhea in dogs at doses commonly found in products. The Haribo sugar-free gummy bear controversy was primarily due to sorbitol causing explosive digestive distress. Always check for sorbitol in sugar-free products.
Not sure what to do next? Read our emergency guide What to Do If Your Dog Eats Something Toxic
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