Dog Raisin Toxicity Calculator
Assess raisin toxicity risk for your dog based on weight and consumption
Calculate Raisin Toxicity Risk
Enter your dog's current weight in kilograms or pounds
Total number of raisins your dog has eaten
Select the approximate size of the raisins consumed
Toxicity Assessment
Enter dog weight and raisin consumption to calculate toxicity risk
Example Calculation
Small Dog Scenario
Dog: 2kg Chihuahua
Consumption: 6 standard raisins (6g total)
Toxic threshold: 2kg × 2.8g/kg = 5.6g
Result: 107% of toxic dose - EMERGENCY
Assessment
This exceeds the toxic threshold and requires immediate veterinary attention.
Action: Emergency veterinary consultation needed immediately!
Toxicity Risk Levels
TOXIC - EMERGENCY
≥100% of toxic threshold
HIGH RISK
75-99% of toxic threshold
MODERATE RISK
50-74% of toxic threshold
LOW RISK
25-49% of toxic threshold
MINIMAL RISK
<25% of toxic threshold
Symptoms to Watch For
Vomiting (within 6-12 hours)
Diarrhea
Lethargy and weakness
Excessive thirst
Loss of appetite
Abdominal pain
Critical: Kidney failure can occur within 24-72 hours
Understanding Raisin Toxicity in Dogs
Why Are Raisins Toxic?
The exact toxic agent in raisins is still unknown, but several potential causes have been identified:
- •Mycotoxins: Toxic compounds produced by fungi
- •Salicylate: Natural aspirin-like chemical
- •Tartaric acid: High concentrations in grapes
- •Metabolic disruption: Dogs process foods differently
Toxic Threshold
2.8 grams per kilogram of body weight
This is the lowest reported dose that caused acute kidney injury in dogs.
Emergency Protocol
If Toxic Amount Consumed:
- 1. Contact veterinarian IMMEDIATELY
- 2. Do NOT induce vomiting unless instructed
- 3. Prepare for emergency vet visit
- 4. Note time of consumption
Treatment Options:
- • Decontamination procedures
- • IV fluid therapy
- • Kidney function monitoring
- • Supportive care
Prevention is key: Keep all grapes and raisins away from dogs, including trail mix, baked goods, and holiday foods.