What to do after ingestion
Vomiting, lethargy, reduced appetite, changes in urination.
Stop feeding and contact a veterinarian for assessment.
Tartaric acid (suspected)
Poisoning is reported mainly in dogs and rarely in cats, but because kidney injury is possible, cats should not be fed grapes or raisins either.
What to do after ingestion
Vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, reduced appetite, lethargy, decreased or absent urination.
Treat as an emergency: contact a veterinarian or pet poison service immediately, stating whether fresh grapes or raisins were eaten and roughly how many; do not wait for symptoms.
Tartaric acid (suspected, not confirmed)
Grape and raisin poisoning is reported mainly in dogs; gastrointestinal signs can be followed by acute kidney injury within hours to days. Tartaric acid is the suspected toxin but the mechanism is not fully confirmed, so no 'safe amount' can be given.
Nutrition
Per 100 g, edible portionData source：USDA FoodData Central · SR Legacy · Accessed on：2026-09-28
Cat · Safe feeding conditions
ToxicNo additional condition notes for this food
Clinical and veterinary sources
Poisoning is reported mainly in dogs and rarely in cats, but because kidney injury is possible, cats should not be fed grapes or raisins either.
Tartaric acid (suspected)
Vomiting, lethargy, reduced appetite, changes in urination.
Stop feeding and contact a veterinarian for assessment.
Cats are sensitive to many food toxins; there is no 'just one bite' margin.
Dog · Safe feeding conditions
ToxicNo additional condition notes for this food
Clinical and veterinary sources
Grape and raisin poisoning is reported mainly in dogs; gastrointestinal signs can be followed by acute kidney injury within hours to days. Tartaric acid is the suspected toxin but the mechanism is not fully confirmed, so no 'safe amount' can be given.
Tartaric acid (suspected, not confirmed)
Vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, reduced appetite, lethargy, decreased or absent urination.
Treat as an emergency: contact a veterinarian or pet poison service immediately, stating whether fresh grapes or raisins were eaten and roughly how many; do not wait for symptoms.
Dried forms such as raisins, sultanas and currants are more concentrated; grape juice and baked goods containing raisins should also be avoided.
This website is for reference only and does not replace a licensed veterinarian. If your pet has eaten a suspected toxin or shows symptoms, contact a veterinarian or an emergency animal hospital immediately.