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Is Thompson Seedless Grape toxic to cats?

Vitis vinifera 'Thompson Seedless'

Toxic to cats

Yes — thompson 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) are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs; grapes and raisins (including sultanas from this cultivar) can cause acute kidney failure in dogs even in small, unpredictable amounts, with vomiting, lethargy, and decreased urination. Keep berries, raisins, and fallen fruit out of reach of dogs.

What to do if your cat ate thompson seedless grape

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move thompson 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 thompson seedless grape to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is thompson seedless grape toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is thompson seedless grape toxic to cats?

Yes — thompson 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) are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs; grapes and raisins (including sultanas from this cultivar) can cause acute kidney failure in dogs even in small, unpredictable amounts, with vomiting, lethargy, and decreased urination. Keep berries, raisins, and fallen fruit out of reach of dogs.

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

Grapes (Vitis) are listed by the ASPCA as toxic to dogs; grapes and raisins (including sultanas from this cultivar) can cause acute kidney failure in dogs even in small, unpredictable amounts, with vomiting, lethargy, and decreased urination. Keep berries, raisins, and fallen fruit out of reach of dogs. 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 thompson seedless grape.

What should I do if my cat ate thompson 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 thompson seedless grape toxic to dogs too?

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

What is a cat-safe alternative to thompson 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 thompson seedless grape pet-safety