Additive
Xylitol
controversial
Sugar alcohol sweetener (in sugar-free gum, candy, some peanut butters, toothpaste, medications) that is acutely toxic to ferrets.
Why it's debated: Causes rapid-onset hypoglycemia and, at higher doses, hepatic necrosis within 24-72h; especially dangerous in insulinoma-prone ferrets. 'Sugar-free' products containing it are MORE dangerous than sugar. Symptoms within 15-30 min.
Foods listing this ingredient
No catalogued foods list this ingredient yet.
Sources: https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/ferrets/health/poisons , https://tippvet.com/blog/ferret-ate-something-shouldnt/