Pet Toxin Reference
Grapes
Severe
Act now: Remove access immediately. Save the package, label, or plant photo. Call your veterinarian or a poison service right away; do not wait for symptoms. Go to an emergency clinic immediately if any signs are present or if a large/known exposure occurred.
Quick Facts
Common Sources
Fresh grapes, grape trays, fruit salads, lunch boxes, trail mix, grape juice
Highest Risk
Raisins and dried grapes (more concentrated than fresh grapes)
Category
Food
Early Signs
Vomiting, decreased appetite, lethargy, diarrhea
Emergency Signs
Severe dehydration, kidney failure, reduced urination, collapse
Call Your Vet
Call as soon as exposure is suspected, even if your pet seems normal.
Triage & Next Steps
Why this is dangerous
Grapes can cause sudden kidney injury in susceptible pets, and some dogs become very sick from amounts that seem small.
Go to ER immediately if
Go now for collapse, repeated vomiting, tremors, seizures, trouble breathing, marked weakness, severe drooling, pale gums, trouble urinating, or any rapidly worsening signs.
What not to do
Do not induce vomiting, give milk/oil/bread, or try home remedies unless a veterinarian specifically tells you to.
Prevention
Keep human foods out of reach, use closed trash bins, warn guests and children, and check ingredient labels before sharing any treat.