🚫 NO EATING – GRAPES & RAISINS ARE DEADLY TO DOGS
Grapes and all their derivatives are highly toxic to dogs. Even a very small amount can trigger acute renal failure.
🍇 What Makes Grapes Dangerous?
Current research points to certain acidic substances or flavonoids as the unknown toxic agents.
🔬 How they harm:
- Directly damage kidney cells
- Cause renal tubular necrosis (death of kidney tissue)
⚠️ Symptoms of Grape Poisoning
Symptoms can appear within hours of ingestion.
| Symptom | Description |
|---|---|
| 🤮 Vomiting | Often the first sign |
| 💩 Diarrhoea | May be watery or bloody |
| 🍽️ Loss of appetite | Refuses food |
| 😴 Lethargy | Unusual tiredness, drowsiness |
| 🤕 Abdominal pain | Dog may whine or adopt a hunched posture |
| 💧 Oliguria | Decreased urine output |
| 🚫 Anuria | Complete cessation of urine (very serious) |
⏰ Time Course – Rapid Deterioration
Severe cases can progress to acute renal failure within 24‑72 hours after ingestion.
- ❗ High mortality rate
- 🚑 Requires urgent dialysis treatment
🚨 Not Just Fresh Grapes – All Forms Are Toxic
Any grape product is dangerous:
- 🍇 Fresh grapes
- 🍇 Raisins (dried grapes)
- 🍷 Wine and grape juice
- 🧁 Grape‑flavoured products with real grape extract
⚠️ There is no safe amount. Never let your dog near grapes or raisins.
🧾 What to Do If Your Dog Eats Grapes
- Do not wait for symptoms – contact your vet immediately.
- Induce vomiting only if instructed by a professional.
- Bring the grape product (or packaging) to the vet.
- Act fast – early treatment improves chances of survival.
✅ Final Takeaway
| ❌ DO NOT FEED | ✅ SAFE ALTERNATIVES |
|---|---|
| Grapes | Apple slices (no seeds) |
| Raisins | Blueberries |
| Wine / grape juice | Carrots, cucumber |
📢 Remember: Grapes kill dogs. Keep them out of reach – always.
