My dog ate grapes or raisins. What should I do?
Call your vet or an animal poison line now, even if your dog seems fine. No safe amount of grapes or raisins is known, and some dogs develop kidney failure.
Call a vet now
Any amount counts. If it was recent, a vet may be able to make your dog vomit safely, which works best early.
Why grapes are dangerous
The exact toxic amount is unknown, and dogs react very differently. Research points to tartaric acid, which is concentrated in grapes, raisins, sultanas, currants, tamarind and cream of tartar.
Signs to watch for
- Vomiting (the most common first sign)
- Tiredness, not eating
- Drinking and peeing more, then peeing less
- Weakness, shaking
Signs often appear within 6 to 24 hours, and kidney problems can develop over 1 to 3 days. Some dogs show nothing at first.
What to do now
- Call your vet or a poison line. Don't wait for symptoms.
- Tell them roughly how many and when.
- Don't make your dog vomit at home unless a vet tells you to.
24/7 animal poison lines
ASPCA Animal Poison Control(888) 426-4435
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