Grapes are favorite fruits of humans but these innocuous looking fruits can kill a dog. The reasons why these luscious red, green and black sweet juicy fruits must not be given to dogs are unknown. The toxicity of grapes to dogs was verified although studies have failed to establish the cause of toxicity. Although the toxin in grapes is unknown, a twelve month study period has verified that grapes have indeed caused renal failure. Grape toxicity would cause the dog severe pain and similar to other cases of poisoning, it can result to the death of the dog.
Humans love grapes fresh fruits or as raisins as apart from being delicious grapes are rich sources of vitamins. Grapes are good source of antioxidants. Oxidant or free radicals are the good cells that turned into rebellious cells because of the unhealthy lifestyle of people . Alcohol, pollution, unhealthy foods, too much sun are the allies of oxidants. As good cells get contaminated by the bad cells or by the free radicals, people then suffer from health concerns like arthritis, heart diseases, cancer and many other more health concerns.
The antioxidants found in grapes will bind with the oxidants to prevent these free radicals from causing further harm. Now many people are aware of this fact but nevertheless, grapes are consumed in large quantities. Because of the low calorie content, people conscious about their figures would chose to snack on grapes as the fruit will not add inches to the waistline.
Not so long ago, grapes are not considered as harmful to dogs. Grapes were once given to dogs as treats and some pet owners would argue that nothing happened to their pets. The toxic effects of grapes has puzzled dog owners and scientists as not all dogs are affected by this fruit. Some dogs would consume significant amount without being affected while other dogs that has consumed a few pieces of the fruit would manifest signs of poisoning. The toxic effect of grapes, unlike that of chocolates is not dose dependent.
A dog that was affected by the toxic contents of grapes would start to show a change in behavior. The dog will be hyperactive and then it will be depressed and become lethargic. Vomiting and diarrhea are other signs. The dog must be rushed to a veterinary facility for aggressive treatment. Because the kidneys can no longer perform its function of filtering toxins, the dog will suffer from renal failure that can result to the death of the dog
Sarah’s Dogs has more answers to why dogs cannot eat grapes as well as information about first aid for dogs.
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