🍎 Fruits

Currants

🚫 Toxic for Cats

Danger — seek vet help

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For Dogs

🚫 Toxic

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For Cats

🚫 Toxic

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⚠️ Symptoms to Watch For

Vomiting, diarrhea, kidney failure

📋 What You Need to Know

Like grapes and raisins, currants (both Zante currants and true currants) can cause kidney failure in dogs. Treat any currant ingestion as a grape/raisin emergency.

Source: ASPCA Animal Poison Control

🚨 If your cat ingested this, act fast

Call ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 or your emergency vet immediately.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is currants safe for cats?

Currants is considered TOXIC for cats. Like grapes and raisins, currants (both Zante currants and true currants) can cause kidney failure in dogs. Treat any currant ingestion as a grape/raisin emergency.

What are the symptoms if my cat eats currants?

Symptoms may include: Vomiting, diarrhea, kidney failure.

What should I do if my cat eats currants?

Contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by a professional.