Lorain County man claims sugarless gum to blame for pet ferret's death |
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Monday, 28 April 2008 |
------------- Health News
------------- Written by: Dave Summers
Lorain County man claims sugarless gum to
blame for pet ferret's death |
Dave Summers
WKYZ
Created:
4/29/2008
LORAIN COUNTY
-- A Lorain county man says sugarless gum killed one of his
ferrets and caused another to go into seizures.
Russell James says his animals aparently chewed his pack
of sugarless gum. He says he found the torn package under
his couch Saturday night.
A veterinarian told James that the chemical xylitol used
in many sugarless gums can be lethal to animals. Xylitol
is used to help give the gum its sweetness without adding
calories.
An October 2006 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Press
Release confirms that xylitol can be highly dangerous for dogs.
James spent $1,000 in vet bills trying to help his beloved pets.
He says he just wants other pet owners to be aware of the potential
danger sugarless gum can pose to their animals.
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