What to do if your pet ate it
Contact your vet or a poison line right away, report how much Raisins was eaten and your pet's weight, and keep any packaging or leftovers. Do not induce vomiting unless your vet tells you to.
Signs to watch for
- Vomiting and diarrhoea
- Lethargy and weakness
- Loss of appetite
- Severe: tremors, breathing trouble, collapse
If your pet shows vomiting, lethargy or any unusual behaviour after eating Raisins, go to the nearest emergency vet immediately.
Dogs and cats carry the same rating (Do not feed), so the notes below hold for either pet.
Other foods that are toxic or dangerous
The full A–Z food list groups every food by verdict for each species.
Why these cautions matter
Grapes and raisins are linked to kidney failure in dogs, and no safe amount is reliable — some pets react after only a few.
Frequently asked questions
Can cats eat Raisins?
NO — do not feed. Toxic, like grapes — a small amount can cause acute kidney failure. Even one raisin for a small dog deserves a vet call.
What if my cat already ate Raisins?
Call your vet or a poison line now with the amount of Raisins eaten and your cat's weight, and do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to. If Raisins was eaten and you then see vomiting, lethargy, tremors or breathing changes, go straight to the nearest emergency clinic.
Is there a safe amount of Raisins for cats?
There is no accepted safe dose of Raisins for cats; it is classed as toxic or dangerous, and reactions vary with the individual animal, so it is not something to feed at any amount.
How often can cats have Raisins?
Raisins is not something to feed at any interval; it stays off the menu entirely.
What are safer treats than Raisins for cats?
Pick from the safe list instead — Quail or Goose carry none of the risk that Raisins does, and they work better as an everyday treat.