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Can dogs eat raisins?

Toxic

No. Raisins can cause kidney failure in dogs.

Raisins carry the same risk as grapes in a smaller package, so it's easy for a dog to eat a lot. Watch for raisin bread, cookies, cereal and trail mix.

Last reviewed September 2026. Based on the veterinary sources listed below. Every dog is different, so call your vet if you're unsure.

My dog ate raisins. What do I do?

  1. Call your vet or a pet poison line now, even if your dog seems fine.
  2. Tell them your dog's weight, how much they ate and roughly when.
  3. Don't make your dog throw up unless a vet tells you to.

Signs to watch for: Vomiting, diarrhea, low energy, not eating, and changes in thirst or peeing, usually within 24 hours.

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Why?

Raisins are dried grapes, and the tartaric acid that makes grapes dangerous is concentrated when they're dried. There's no known safe amount.

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