Dogs · Sweets & Snacks

Can dogs or cats eat marshmallows?

Be careful read the fine print

The problem compound: sugar; some sugar-free versions use xylitol. For: dogs & cats.

The bigger risk is the sugar-free variety and the size — marshmallows are a choking hazard for small dogs.

Symptoms to watch

vomiting

What this looks like when it goes wrong — most exposures stay mild.

Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control. Reference information — not a substitute for your veterinarian, who knows your pet's history.

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