FOOD SAFETY CHECKER
Can dogs eat raisins?
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Every answer uses a four-level safety framework: Safe (fine in normal amounts), Caution (safe in small quantities but risky in excess), Dangerous (can cause illness), and Toxic (can be fatal — call your vet immediately).If your pet has already eaten something and you're unsure, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 — available 24/7.
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Raisins — TOXIC — do not feed
Raisins are highly toxic to dogs and should never be fed to them. Ingestion can lead to acute kidney failure, even in small amounts.
TOXIC COMPOUND
Tartaric acid
The exact mechanism is not fully understood, but tartaric acid is believed to cause acute kidney tubular necrosis, leading to kidney failure.
DOSE THRESHOLD
The toxic dose is variable and not fully established; even a small amount can be dangerous for some dogs. There is no known safe amount.
SYMPTOMS TO WATCH FOR
Based on ASPCA Animal Poison Control, AVMA guidelines, and peer-reviewed veterinary literature.This is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice.
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