Finally, some reliable info on grapes & raisins

[for_dogs_sake]

Hi Julieandchilli,

I have a list, if you PM me with your email address or email me at for_dogs_sake@yahoo.co.uk i will email it across to you. I love my dogs and have gone through a lot of lengthy research to compile this list for my own reference but am more than happy to share it with others if it helps.

As well as toxic foods it also has other toxic substances and plants as well as signs of poisoning.

A lot of stuff even i was amazed at even though both my boys have eaten some before. Just because they didn't get sick doesn't mean that they wont in the long run, so now i avoid everything on my 'bad food bible' LOL

Megan, Hannibal & Ralphie

[LareP]

Raisins & Grapes are dangerous for only a small percentage of dogs,
just like peanuts are dangerous to a small number of people.

Not only that, but it takes a LARGE dose of raisins or grapes to
make even a sensitive dog ill or very sick.

If you have given your dog raisins or grapes in the past as small
treats, not to worry. If it had no effect, your dog is immune to
small amounts and quite probably even to larger amounts.

I've given my dogs raisins and grapes as rewards for years, as do
my 6 boys and their large numbers of dogs, and I mean dozens and
dozens of dogs, and not one of them ever became ill.

There is still no proof that a few raisins or grapes will harm
your pooch, however, to be safe, and to offer safe advice, here
is an excerpt from studies I've encountered;

"Veterinary toxicologists at the Animal Poison Control Center
are currently investigating cases where dogs have developed
kidney failure after ingestion of large quantities of grapes and
raisins. The veterinary toxicologists are attempting to determine
the causative agents or disease processes. Pet owners, whose
dogs have ingested large quantities of grapes or raisins, or
veterinarians managing such cases, are encouraged to call the
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center"

Again, keep in mind that all dogs, just like all people, are not susceptible
to this issue.

The large quantities mentioned are from nine ounces to two pounds!
Hardly a snack or small reward you might give to your dog.

So, if you've given your pooch this wonderful and healthy treat
in the past with no side effects why would you stop just because
a few dogs have developed sensitive issues with this healthy food?

Have you stopped eating peanut butter because your neighbors son
is allergic to peanuts?

Far too often people get caught up in the hysterics of old and current
unfounded news issues and rumors.

Don't let this happen to you, or your dog.

[little liz]

This is scary stuff! I have given Minnie a grape here and there. Fortunately she doesn't like them LOL. She will play with one for ages like a kitten with a ball of wool and pop it in and out of her mouth but I think she has only ever squished one all over the floor...she has never ventured to eat any. Perhaps I shouldn't give them to her and tempt fate that she gets to like them though

[nica]

Thought might as share what I just wrote in my blog about forbidden food for your pet. I have consolidated this for pass few years of my readings and research. Healthy stuff for human may be toxic to our dogs!

[Shadow945]

I had never heard about the concerns over grapes and raisins, but it's nice to hear.

[jv17]

that's nice i really like your recipe though..