The Truth About Peanut Butter
As pet parents, we love to watch our furry best friend smack his or her lips over and over after a peanut butter snack. While peanut butter can be a great source of protein, healthy fats, vitamins B and E and niacin, there are a few things you need to know before giving Fido that tasty treat. While most peanut butter is safe for dogs to eat, some can be deadly. Some peanut butter manufacturers have switched to using an “all-natural” sugar-substitute, xylitol. Xylitol is usually found in in sugar-free products we use everyday such as chewing gum, toothpaste, breath mints, chewable vitamins and baked goods. It is safe for people, but toxic to Fido (even in small amounts). Xylitol causes a...