Are Grapes Toxic to Pets?
Yes — grapes are toxic to cats. Yes — grapes are toxic to dogs.
PawSafe Check is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. Always contact your veterinarian or a poison control service if you think your pet has been exposed.
- Scientific name
- Vitis vinifera
- Toxic compound
- Tartaric acid (suspected)
- Toxic parts
- Fruit, including skins; raisins, currants and grape juice
- Also known as
- green grapes, red grapes
Symptoms
Cats (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Dogs (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
What to do
If your cat ate grapes
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your cat ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
If your dog ate grapes
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your dog ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
Good to know
Grapes can cause sudden kidney failure in dogs, and there is no known safe amount. Cats are rarely reported but should be treated the same way.
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Frequently asked questions
Are grapes toxic to cats?
Yes — grapes are toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Are grapes toxic to dogs?
Yes — grapes are toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Which parts of grapes are toxic?
Fruit, including skins; raisins, currants and grape juice.
What makes grapes toxic?
Tartaric acid (suspected).