If your dog ingests a grape or raisins, this is truly an emergency. You should call your vet or a local emergency vet if yours does not offer emergency services.
Recently, someone I know had a dog that ate some grapes. The grapes were on the counter and the dog was counter cruising, as Newfoundlands do. Thankfully, the dog survived, and was no worse for the ware, but this is something I feel should be shared.
Grapes can result in death 24 hours after ingestion.
While not every dog will have the same reaction to eating grapes, it is important to note that grapes are considered toxic to dogs. Even just one grape or raisin (dried grape) can kill your dog.
I think this is especially important for families of young children. Grapes are a pretty common snack for kiddos. Kids don’t always understand that they aren’t supposed to be sharing their food with the family dog. If the dog asks by nudging or learning in to smell what they have, they probably will share. I can’t even begin to imagine how many beloved family pets have sadly passed away because the family didn’t know any better.
Symptoms of Grape Toxicity in Dogs
- Decreased appetite
- Lethargy or weakness
- Vomiting and/or diarrhea within a few hours
- Tenderness in the abdomen
- Dehydration
- Increased thirst and urine production
- Decreased or no urine production
Will One Grape Hurt My Dog
Unfortunately, the answer to that question is yes. Even just one grape or raisin could prove fatal to your dog and lead them to acute kidney failure.
Treatments for Dogs that have Eaten Grapes
Treatments can vary depending on your dogs reaction.
In the example I started the post with, the vet induced vomiting in the dog. Only the stems of the grapes came out, not the grapes themselves. So they did a blood panel and gave the dog some activated charcoal. They required the dog be brought back the following day for more blood work to ensure everything was still okay.
In most cases, the vet will try to induce vomiting. Due to the toxicity of grapes, you should not try to induce vomiting yourself. You should take your dog to the vet.
Animal Poison Control Center
If you suspect your dog has eaten something toxic, time is not on your side. Call your local vet or emergency vet if yours does not provide emergency services.
Another option is the Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) at (888) 426-4435
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