Overview Grape and raisin toxicosis happen when a dog ingests fruits from the Vitis genus. Eating grapes, raisins, Zante currants, or sultanas can cause acute kidney injury (AKI) in dogs. The exact amount of fruit that causes toxicity is unknown, and some dogs may become sicker than others. Since its impossible to predict which dog will be affected or how much fruit will cause signs of ...
Just had a canine patient ingest grapes, raisins, currants or anything from the Vitus species? Grapes and raisins (Vitis spp.) have been recently associated with development of acute kidney injury (AKI) with ingestion. All types have been implemented with toxicosis, including organic grapes, commercial grapes, homegrown grapes, and seedless or seeded grapes. Common kitchen items
Raisin and grape toxicity in dogs are a poorly understood veterinary emergency that can result in acute kidney injury and anuric kidney failure. Increased client and veterinary team awareness and education along with detailed practice protocols can ensure each veterinary healthcare team member understands their role in preventing or responding to raisin or grape toxicity in dogs.
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If your dog just ate grapes, call your veterinarian or an emergency animal clinic right now. Do not wait for symptoms to appear. Grapes are toxic to dogs and can cause kidney failure, but early treatment dramatically improves the outcome. Speed matters more than almost anything else here. What to Do Right Now Pick up the phone and call your vet or the nearest emergency animal hospital. If it ...
