Grape and raisin poisoning in dogs

Grape and raisin poisoning in dogs

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Updated October 16, 2025
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Overview

Symptoms

Risk

Diagnosis

Vet treatment

Home treatment

Prevention

Safe treat alternatives for dogs

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Grape and raisin poisoning in dogs

Grape and raisin poisoning in dogs

By
✔ MRCVS
LMV
MSc
Reviewed by Dr. Deborah Brown
✔ MRCVS
BSc
BVM&S
FHEA
Updated October 16, 2025
4 min read

Grapes and raisins can be very poisonous to dogs and cause sudden kidney failure. The reason for this is still being investigated, but severe problems have been reported with small amounts. If your dog ingests any amount of grapes or raisins, or products containing them such as Christmas Pudding, speak to a vet immediately.

Dogs are usually quite adventurous about trying new foods and are always interested in what others are eating. This often leads to them eating things that their body is not equipped to digest or process. Grapes and products made from them, such as raisins, sultanas, or Zante currants, are known to cause tummy problems and kidney damage in dogs. Treatment works best if started as soon as possible. Speak to a vet straight away for specific advice.

Are grapes and raisins toxic to dogs? >Are grapes and raisins toxic to dogs? [Overview

Symptoms of grape or raisin poisoning in dogs >Symptoms of grape or raisin poisoning in dogs [Symptoms

Dogs at higher risk for grape or raisin poisoning >Dogs at higher risk for grape or raisin poisoning [Risk

Diagnosis of grape or raisin poisoning in dogs >Diagnosis of grape or raisin poisoning in dogs [Diagnosis

Veterinary treatment of grape or raisin poisoning in dogs >Veterinary treatment of grape or raisin poisoning in dogs [Vet treatment

Home treatment of grape or raisin poisoning in dogs >Home treatment of grape or raisin poisoning in dogs [Home treatment

Prevention of grape or raisin poisoning >Prevention of grape or raisin poisoning [Prevention

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