Can cats eat raisins?
Raisins are dried grapes. They cause kidney failure in dogs; for cats there are only isolated reports, but Cornell lists raisins as toxic – so don't give any.
Did your cat eat some?
Call your vet or an emergency vet clinic right away, even if your cat seems fine. Tell them what your cat ate, how much and when.
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 (a fee may apply)
- Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661 (a fee may apply)
- Don’t make your pet vomit unless a vet tells you to.
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Questions
My cat ate raisins. What should I do?
Call your vet or an emergency vet clinic right away, even if your cat seems fine. You can also call ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661 (a fee may apply). Don’t make your cat vomit unless a vet tells you to.
Can dogs eat raisins?
No – toxic. Raisins are dried grapes and can cause acute kidney failure just like grapes. They are often hidden in bread, granola, baked goods and trail mix.
Sources
- Cornell Feline Health Center – Common Cat Hazards
- Merck Veterinary Manual – Grape, Raisin, and Tamarind Toxicosis in Dogs
- Merck Veterinary Manual (Pet Owner Version) – Food Hazards
- Pet Poison Helpline – Raisins
Last checked: October 2026