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Sugar Reset Xylitol: How to Keep the Drops Away From Dogs
Sugar Reset xylitol matters at home because xylitol is on the other-ingredients line and is toxic to dogs. The amount is not published. Keep the bottle and the dropper out of a pet's reach, wipe spills, and call your veterinarian right away if a dog gets any. Keep it away from children too.
Written by the Sugar Reset editorial teamMedically reviewed by Janice MacLeod, MA, RD, CDCES, Registered dietitianReviewed Updated · 8 min read
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Why does Sugar Reset xylitol matter for pets?
Most label checks are about you. This one is about your dog. Sugar Reset xylitol is a home-safety point, because the sweetener is on the label and xylitol is toxic to dogs.
The FDA says so in its consumer update, Paws Off Xylitol; It's Dangerous for Dogs, which we cite. A sweet, flavored liquid in a bottle with a dropper is the kind of item a curious pet may reach.
Use the five steps below. They cost nothing and take a minute.
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Step 1: Where is xylitol on the Sugar Reset label?
Look at the Supplement Facts panel, below the actives. The other-ingredients line reads glycerin, water, organic lemon extract, stevia extract (Reb A), xylitol, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, citric acid and natural flavors. Xylitol is the one to note if you share your home with a dog.
The label gives no amount. So you cannot work out how much is in a dropper. Treat any amount as a reason to keep the bottle away. Our Supplement Facts page shows the line exactly as printed.
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Step 2: Where should you store the bottle?
The label says to store in a cool, dry place, away from heat, light and humidity. It also says to keep out of the reach of children. A closed cabinet that is high up, or a box with a lid, meets all of that, and it keeps a dog out too.
Do not leave the bottle on a nightstand, a low shelf, a purse on the floor or a counter edge. Dogs can jump, pull and chew. A bottle left on a sofa is not safe either.
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Step 3: How do you handle the dropper and spills?
Shake the bottle before each use, as the label asks, and take your 1 or 2 droppers over a sink or a tray, not over the floor. If a drop falls, wipe it up at once with a wet cloth. The liquid is sweet and sticky, so one missed drop becomes a treat for a pet.
Rinse the dropper tip and close the cap. Put the bottle back right away, every time. That one habit is the heart of Sugar Reset xylitol safety.
At a glance
Sugar Reset Xylitol: key facts
- Xylitol is listed on the other-ingredients line of the label.
- Xylitol is toxic to dogs (FDA).
- The amount of xylitol per serving is not published.
- The label says keep out of the reach of children, store in a cool, dry place and do not use if the safety seal is damaged or missing.
- The base is glycerin and water, with lemon extract, stevia and xylitol.
- Two preservatives are listed: sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate.
- Call your veterinarian right away if a dog gets any.
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Step 4: What about travel and guests?
Bags and suitcases sit low. Pack the bottle in a hard case or a zipped pocket, and put it up high when you arrive. If you stay with friends who have a dog, treat their home like your own: ask where it can go.
Remember your guests with pets, too. If a friend brings a dog, put the drops away before they arrive. The same rule covers young children, as the label says.
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Step 5: What if a dog gets some?
Do not wait to see. Call your veterinarian or an emergency animal clinic right away. Say it was a liquid supplement with xylitol, and bring the bottle so they can read the label. Our sources do not give a safe dose for dogs, and we do not guess one.
Write down when it happened and how much of the bottle seems to be gone. Then keep the bottle with you for the call. If you need a replacement, the order desk is at +1 (302) 200-3480, but the pet comes first.
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How do you tell family and guests about the bottle?
Say it out loud once. Tell everyone in the house where the bottle lives and why: xylitol is toxic to dogs, and the label says to keep it away from children. A kitchen note works for guests and sitters. Our the full ingredient list lists everything else in the base, so you can share it with a vet.
If you use a pet sitter or have a dog walker in the home, make sure they know the bottle is off limits and what to do in a scare. Put your vet's number and the nearest emergency clinic on the fridge. It takes a minute, and you will be glad of it.
Also check any other sweet product you keep at low height. The same habit protects a pet from more than one item. A closed cupboard is a simple rule that works for the whole home.
The facts
The numbers in one table
| Item on the line | Why it is there | Home note |
|---|---|---|
| Glycerin and water | Liquid base | Sticky when spilled |
| Organic lemon extract and natural flavors | Taste | Smell may attract pets |
| Stevia extract 97% (Reb A) and xylitol | Sweeteners | Xylitol is toxic to dogs |
| Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate | Preservatives | Not a pet concern in our sources |
| Citric acid | Listed as an other ingredient | Not a pet concern in our sources |
Figures are from the bottle label and the sales page as we describe them in our sources. Where a fact is missing, we say not published.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does Sugar Reset contain xylitol?
Yes. Xylitol is on the other-ingredients line of the label. The amount is not published.
Is Sugar Reset safe for dogs?
No source we use says so. Xylitol is toxic to dogs, so keep the bottle away from pets.
What do I do if my dog drinks Sugar Reset?
Call your veterinarian or an emergency animal clinic right away and bring the bottle.
Where should I store the bottle?
In a cool, dry place away from heat, light and humidity, out of the reach of children and pets.
What else is in the base of the drops?
Glycerin, water, organic lemon extract, stevia extract, xylitol, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, citric acid and natural flavors.
Is Sugar Reset FDA approved?
No. It is a dietary supplement, and no supplement is FDA approved. Ask your doctor about use if you take medicine.
Our view
Our view
Sugar Reset xylitol is a small line with a big home lesson. The sweetener is on the label, the amount is hidden and dogs cannot read. A high shelf, a wiped spill and a vet number on the fridge cover most of the risk.
The rest of the label deserves the same care, so read it all with your doctor if you use medicine. For packs and terms, see the Sugar Reset home page.
Sources we used:
- Paws Off Xylitol; It's Dangerous for Dogs. U.S. FDA
- 21 CFR 101.36: Nutrition labeling of dietary supplements
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