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Is Canadice Grape toxic to dogs?

Vitis labrusca 'Canadice'

Toxic to dogs

Yes — canadice grape is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog 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 document that grapes and raisins can cause acute kidney injury (acute renal failure) in dogs, with no reliably safe dose; tartaric acid is the leading suspected toxic principle. Early signs include vomiting, lethargy and loss of appetite. Keep fruit and prunings away from dogs and seek veterinary care after any ingestion.

What to do if your dog ate canadice grape

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

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

Is canadice grape toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is canadice grape toxic to dogs?

Yes — canadice grape is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Grapes (Vitis species) are toxic to dogs. The ASPCA and veterinary toxicology sources document that grapes and raisins can cause acute kidney injury (acute renal failure) in dogs, with no reliably safe dose; tartaric acid is the leading suspected toxic principle. Early signs include vomiting, lethargy and loss of appetite. Keep fruit and prunings away from dogs and seek veterinary care after any ingestion.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats canadice grape?

Grapes (Vitis species) are toxic to dogs. The ASPCA and veterinary toxicology sources document that grapes and raisins can cause acute kidney injury (acute renal failure) in dogs, with no reliably safe dose; tartaric acid is the leading suspected toxic principle. Early signs include vomiting, lethargy and loss of appetite. Keep fruit and prunings away from dogs and seek veterinary care 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 dog has had access to canadice grape.

What should I do if my dog ate canadice grape?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your dog'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 canadice grape toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to canadice grape?

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

Full canadice grape pet-safety