I find the source of this compound intriguing since
we all know grapes and raisins can be deadly for dogs.
Not exact matches
Certain foods that are hard, round
and smooth, like hot dogs, raw carrots,
grapes, olives, cherries,
raisins, popcorn
and nuts, pose a choking hazard
and should not be offered to your baby at all at this age,
no matter how small the pieces are cut.
Many people are aware of the dangers of chocolate, various nuts,
grapes,
raisins and other foods... but did you
know that marijuana is also toxic for pets?
While the reason is not yet clear, the fact that even a small amount of
grapes (
and raisins) can cause sudden kidney failure in dogs is well
known.
Note: Don't give her onions, garlic,
grapes,
raisins, avocado, tomatoes, or citrus as these foods may upset delicate digestive systems
and some are
known to be toxic.
Like
raisins and grapes, which are also toxic, the exact toxin
and mechanism of action to cause signs of poisoning in some dogs are not
known at this time.
Until more information is
known about the toxic substance, it is best to avoid feeding
grapes and raisins to dogs.
(Just be sure clients
know to avoid garlic, onions,
grapes,
and raisins!)
While most people have heard that chocolate is a
no -
no for pets (it's true), other foods to avoid include onions, garlic,
grapes,
raisins, Xylitol (in sugar free gums), Macadamia nuts, coffee grounds
and alcohol.
The caring owner
knew that
grapes and raisins aren't good for animals
and she rushed him to the ER.
Raisins and grapes, it is not
known the amount that is consumed that causes toxicity in dogs, but it could be as low as 7 or 8 depending on the size of the dog.
Chocolate, caffeine,
raisins,
and grapes are
known toxins for pets.
The truth is we don't really
know how
grapes and raisins cause ARF in dogs.
Although the exact substance responsible for toxicity in
grapes and raisins is not
known, they have been linked to kidney failure
and complications.
I
know that for some unknown reason
grapes and raisins can be toxic to dogs, sometimes causing renal failure,
and I was concerned about
grape seed extract's safety.
At this point, we don't
know exactly what makes these foods toxic,
and we don't
know exactly the number of
grapes,
raisins, or currants that must be eaten before a dog shows signs of toxicity.
Originally thought to be an urban legend, it is now
known that
raisins and grapes are indeed toxic to dogs.
So, while we in the veterinary world may not yet
know everything there is to
know about
grape,
raisin,
and currant toxicity in dogs, we do
know enough to strongly recommend that people never knowingly feed
grapes,
raisins, or currants to their dogs
and that they take all reasonable
and necessary steps to prevent their dog's accidental exposure to them as well.
Chocolate,
grapes,
raisins, overripe bleu cheese
and xylitol (an artificial sweetener) should be avoided at all costs as they are
known to be toxic to pets.
There is a mycotoxin called ochratoxin that is
known for causing the same effects we see with
grapes and raisins.
The toxicity of
grapes and raisins to cats isn't
known, but they are
known to be toxic to dogs.