Can Dogs Eat Raisins?
❌ No, raisins are highly toxic to dogs and can cause kidney failure.
Raisins, along with grapes, are extremely toxic to dogs for reasons that aren't fully understood. Even small amounts can cause severe kidney damage or acute kidney failure. The toxic dose varies widely between individual dogs, making any amount potentially dangerous. Currants and sultanas are equally toxic.
Toxicity Information
🩺 Signs & Symptoms of Poisoning
- ●Vomiting (usually within a few hours)
- ●Diarrhea
- ●Lethargy and weakness
- ●Loss of appetite
- ●Abdominal pain
- ●Increased thirst and urination initially
- ●Decreased or no urination as kidneys fail
- ●Bad breath with chemical odor
- ●Tremors or seizures in severe cases
🚨 What to Do If Your Dog Ate Raisins
1. Contact your veterinarian immediately - don't wait for symptoms
2. Note the amount consumed and time of ingestion
3. If within 2 hours, your vet may induce vomiting
4. Bring packaging or take a photo if available
5. Be prepared for hospitalization with IV fluid therapy
6. Monitor for changes in urination patterns
🚨 In Case of Emergency
If your dog has consumed something toxic, contact help immediately:
🛡️ Prevention Tips
Store raisins and foods containing them out of reach. Be especially careful with trail mix, cereals, baked goods, and lunch boxes. Check ingredient lists carefully. Educate children about not sharing snacks containing raisins with pets.