25/07/2022
Grapes and raisins can cause severe kidney problems in some dogs, though we don’t know exactly why. Recently the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center suggested that tartaric acid may be the part of grapes that cause them to be toxic to pets, but more research is required.
Not all dogs seem to be affected by this, however for some dogs, it only takes a very small amount to cause problems. We do know that dried forms of grapes - such as raisins, sultanas and currants - seem to be more toxic to dogs. Because of this, extra care should be taken with foods like mince pies, fruit cakes and hot cross buns, as dogs can find them very tasty!
What are the signs of grape and raisin poisoning?
In severe cases, symptoms can come on very quickly, but normally they take between 24 and 72 hours to start. They include:
▪️ Vomiting
▪️ Diarrhoea
▪️ Changes in drinking and weeing
▪️ Drooling
▪️ Lack of appetite
▪️ Weakness/wobbliness
▪️ Excessive tiredness
▪️ Blood in wee, vomit or poo
The best thing to do is to contact a vet as soon as possible. It can be helpful to take the food packaging with you to show the vet.
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