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Dogs β€Ί Food Safety β€Ί Raisins

Can Dogs Eat Raisins? No β€” Here's What to Do If They Did

βœ“ Verdict verifiedSources: PetMD Β· ASPCAVerified: Oct 17, 2026
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Verdict: TOXIC β€” never feed raisins to dogs

No β€” raisins are dried grapes and are toxic to dogs, with the same kidney-failure risk in a more concentrated form.

Dog ate raisins just now? Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: (888) 426-4435 (a consultation fee applies). Do not wait for symptoms. This page is educational β€” not a substitute for veterinary advice.
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Why raisins are dangerous to dogs

Same unidentified toxin as grapes; drying concentrates it. Causes acute kidney injury which can be fatal.

How much raisins is dangerous?

Zero. Zero. Any ingestion = emergency call.

Also covers sultanas, currants, grape juice, trail mix, baked goods with raisins.

Symptoms of raisins poisoning β€” timeline

Time after eatingWhat you may see
0–6 hVomiting, diarrhea, lethargy
6–24 hIncreased thirst, urination changes
24–72 hAcute kidney injury β€” can be fatal without treatment

What to do if your dog ate raisins (4 steps)

  1. Note amount and time
  2. Call vet / ASPCA APCC (888) 426-4435 immediately
  3. Do not wait for symptoms
  4. Bring packaging if possible

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FAQs

Are raisins worse than grapes?

They are more concentrated by weight, but the same rule applies: any amount is an emergency.

My dog ate raisin bread β€” is that dangerous?

Yes β€” the raisins make it an emergency call, regardless of the bread.

Can one raisin hurt a dog?

For some dogs, yes. There is no established safe dose β€” always call.

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