Grape and Raisin Toxicity
Vitis spp
Nota anche come: Grape and raisin poisoning, Grape toxicity, Raisin toxicity
In breve
Grape and raisin toxicity in dogs is a sudden, life-threatening medical emergency that can cause acute kidney failure. Even tiny amounts can be highly toxic, and immediate veterinary intervention is crucial to protect your dog's kidneys.
TL;DR. Emergenza critica: insufficienza renale acuta.
Grave minaccia tossica.
Cos'è?
Vitis spp. (grapes, raisins, currants, sultanas) can trigger acute tubular necrosis and kidney failure in dogs. Toxin unknown; response unpredictable.
"The toxic agent (or agents) has so far defied detection. Analysis for a variety of substances has proved negative, including mycotoxins, heavy metals, pesticides and vitamin D3... It is postulated that the cause may be a nephrotoxin"
Cause e fattori di rischio
Fresh or dried fruit, trail mix, baked goods. No safe dose; even a few pieces may be fatal. No breed/age predisposition.
Segni da osservare
- Vomiting (cardinal) often within 6-12 h
- Abdominal pain, anorexia, lethargy, diarrhea, ataxia, weakness (common)
- Oliguria/anuria (late, critical)
Letargia e vomito precoci.
Come diagnosticano i veterinari
History plus serial BUN/creatinine, phosphorus/calcium, urinalysis. No rapid toxin assay.
Opzioni di trattamento
Early emesis (2-4 h if stable) then Activated Charcoal. Hospital IV fluids ≥48 h. Furosemide if oliguric. Hemodialysis if available for anuria.
Prognosi
Excellent if decontaminated before azotemia; guarded after AKI; poor if anuric.
Prevenzione
No grapes/raisins ever; secure fruit bowls and baking goods; educate family and guests.
Quando chiamare il veterinario
Any grape or raisin ingestion: call vet/poison control immediately. Do not wait for vomiting or lethargy.
Fonti
- FEDIAF Scientific Advisory Board Nutrition Fact Sheets, 2024, pages 66-67.
My highlights & notes
Segni e sintomi
Come si diagnostica
- Blood urea measurement
- Renal histopathology
- Serum creatinine measurement
- Serum phosphorus measurement
- Total calcium level measurement
Approcci di trattamento
Il trattamento deve essere prescritto da un veterinario abilitato in base al vostro animale. Le dosi specifiche non sono mostrate di proposito.
Domande frequenti
What is Grape and Raisin Toxicity?
Grape and raisin toxicity in dogs is a sudden, life-threatening medical emergency that can cause acute kidney failure. Even tiny amounts can be highly toxic, and immediate veterinary intervention is crucial to protect your dog's kidneys.
What are the symptoms of Grape and Raisin Toxicity?
Vomiting (throwing up)、Loss of appetite、Ataxia (wobbly, unsteady walking)、Lethargy、Weakness (low energy, no strength)、Belly pain、diarrhoea、unable to pass urine
How is Grape and Raisin Toxicity diagnosed?
Blood urea measurement、Renal histopathology、Serum creatinine measurement、Serum phosphorus measurement、Total calcium level measurement
How is Grape and Raisin Toxicity treated?
Il trattamento deve essere prescritto da un veterinario abilitato in base al vostro animale. Le dosi specifiche non sono mostrate di proposito.
Fonti
- fediaf-nutrition-2024 · p. 67
- fediaf-nutrition-2024 · p. 67
- fediaf-nutrition-2024 · p. 66
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