Is Grape Jelly Toxic to Dogs?

Q: I've been reading that grapes can be toxic to dogs. Can grape jelly also be toxic, or does the process of making jelly get rid of whatever is toxic in grapes?Q: I've been reading that grapes can be toxic to dogs. Can grape jelly also be toxic, or does the process of making jelly get rid of whatever is toxic in grapes?

A: You are correct in that grapes (and raisins) can be toxic to dogs. Unfortunately, the toxic component has not yet been identified but we do know that the flesh part of the grapes is toxic. We also know that in order for grapes to be toxic to a dog, a certain amount must be ingested. For these reasons I would recommend staying clear of anything grape flavored.

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Dr. Lauren Brickman Dr. Brickman started as a veterinary technician at Garden City Park in 1997 and went on to…

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Comments (3)

Fantine (Unverified)
Posts like this brgtihen up my day. Thanks for taking the time.
Helpful (Unverified)
I just spoke with a neighbor of mine, who told me to make sure my dogs never eat grape jelly. His reason: His dog had licked up some jelly that spilled on the floor, and became so severely ill, he thought it was going to die. He took it to the vet, they administered an IV and meds and told him Grape Jelly can be fatal to a dog. I had never heard of this before, so I was looking it up.
Anonymous
Grapes and raisin can cause kidney failure in dogs especially when they consume a huge amount. Also peanut butter. -GAR Labs