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Is Flame Seedless Grape toxic to cats?

Vitis vinifera 'Flame Seedless'

Toxic to cats

Yes — flame seedless grape is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Grapes (Vitis species) are toxic to dogs. The ASPCA and veterinary toxicology sources confirm that grapes and raisins cause acute kidney injury (acute renal failure) in dogs, with no established safe quantity; tartaric acid is the leading suspected toxic principle. Vomiting, lethargy and reduced appetite are early warning signs. Keep fruit and prunings out of reach of dogs and consult a vet immediately after any ingestion.

What to do if your cat ate flame seedless grape

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move flame seedless grape out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of flame seedless grape to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten flame seedless grape, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is flame seedless grape toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is flame seedless grape toxic to cats?

Yes — flame seedless grape is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Grapes (Vitis species) are toxic to dogs. The ASPCA and veterinary toxicology sources confirm that grapes and raisins cause acute kidney injury (acute renal failure) in dogs, with no established safe quantity; tartaric acid is the leading suspected toxic principle. Vomiting, lethargy and reduced appetite are early warning signs. Keep fruit and prunings out of reach of dogs and consult a vet immediately after any ingestion.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats flame seedless grape?

Grapes (Vitis species) are toxic to dogs. The ASPCA and veterinary toxicology sources confirm that grapes and raisins cause acute kidney injury (acute renal failure) in dogs, with no established safe quantity; tartaric acid is the leading suspected toxic principle. Vomiting, lethargy and reduced appetite are early warning signs. Keep fruit and prunings out of reach of dogs and consult a vet immediately after any ingestion. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to flame seedless grape.

What should I do if my cat ate flame seedless grape?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is flame seedless grape toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Flame Seedless Grape is toxic to dogs as well. See the full flame seedless grape pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to flame seedless grape?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full flame seedless grape pet-safety