Although grapes and raisins are treats for people, even a few can
cause sudden kidney failure in dogs and, potentially, cats, she says.
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.
Over the past few years the National Animal Poison Control Center (NAPCC) has documented numerous cases
of sudden kidney failure caused by the ingestion of grapes or raisins by dogs.
A computerized animal toxicity database helped veterinarians see a trend in 1989 by noticing that in some cases
of sudden kidney failure dogs shared a common history: the consumption of raisins or grapes just prior to the kidney failure.
Grapes and raisins: Though these make great treats for people and are often found in healthy summer salads, even small numbers of grapes and raisins can cause
sudden kidney failure in dogs and, potentially, cats.
Lepto causes
sudden kidney failure and can also cause liver problems as well.
The ingestion of just one or two leaves or petals can cause
sudden kidney failure.