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My dog licked Trident gum but didn't swallow. Xylitol poisoning risk?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Pinscher | Female | spayed | 8 years and 3 months old | 16 lbs

I found my dog with an old piece of Trident . It looked to be an already chewed piece wrapped in the wrapper to be thrown away. She did not swallow it. Should I be concerned of xylitol poisoning?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on October 11th, 2019

If she licked it without swallowing it, it should not be a problem at all as it is just a small quantity. Strict monitoring for any sign of weakness or lethargy, depression, walking drunk acute collapse, vomiting, trembling or tremoring is needed. If you notice any of these signs Please take Xodie to your local vet.

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