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Can dogs and cats eat raisins?
Short answer on raisins: a veterinary emergency for dogs, toxic for cats. See what to watch for and the veterinary sources behind each answer.
If your pet ate this, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center immediately.
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What changes between dogs and cats?
The verdict changes by species: emergency for dogs and toxic for cats.
The two answers are not interchangeable. Check the bottom line, named hazard, and signs to watch for your pet below.
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Raisins safety for dogs
Raisins carry the same acute kidney failure risk as grapes for dogs, concentrated into a smaller serving, and even a couple can be dangerous.
Toxic principle: Tartaric acid
Watch for
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- lethargy
- excessive thirst
- abdominal pain
- reduced or no urine production as kidney failure progresses
Raisins safety for cats
Raisins are treated the same as grapes for cats: capable of causing kidney failure, so vets recommend avoiding them entirely.
Toxic principle: Tartaric acid (suspected, based on dog research)
Watch for
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- poor appetite
- lethargy
- increased thirst and urination
- reduced or no urine production in severe cases
Questions owners ask about raisins
Can dogs eat raisins?
Raisins carry the same acute kidney failure risk as grapes for dogs, concentrated into a smaller serving, and even a couple can be dangerous.
What should I do if my dog ate raisins?
Contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear before calling.
What symptoms should I watch for with raisins and dogs?
vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, excessive thirst, abdominal pain, reduced or no urine production as kidney failure progresses. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
Can cats eat raisins?
Raisins are treated the same as grapes for cats: capable of causing kidney failure, so vets recommend avoiding them entirely.
What should I do if my cat ate raisins?
Contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear before calling.
What symptoms should I watch for with raisins and cats?
vomiting, diarrhea, poor appetite, lethargy, increased thirst and urination, reduced or no urine production in severe cases. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
This page is for informational purposes only and is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian about your pet's diet and health.
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