Can Cats Eat Grapes? NZ Safety Answer

Quick answer

No. Cats should not be offered grapes, raisins or currants. ASPCA lists grapes and raisins among people foods to avoid feeding pets, and VCA includes grapes and raisins in cat household hazard guidance.

Why

The cat evidence is less commonly discussed than dog cases, so this page does not invent a dose or home threshold. The safe NZ household rule is simple: keep grapes, raisin toast, hot cross buns, muesli and Christmas baking away from cats.

If your cat ate it

Contact your NZ vet, after-hours emergency clinic, or SPCA for advice.

Safer alternatives

A complete cat food should stay the main diet. For treats, use a cat-specific treat or a few pieces of the cat's normal food rather than pantry leftovers.

Related reading

• Cat Food Guide NZ
• Cat Care NZ Complete Guide
• New Kitten Checklist NZ
• Pet Emergency Kit NZ Civil Defence Guide

References

• ASPCA Animal Poison Control, People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets, checked 2026-06-11: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/aspca-poison-control/people-foods-avoid-feeding-your-pets
• VCA Animal Hospitals, Toxic Household Hazards for Cats, checked 2026-06-11: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/household-hazards-toxic-hazards-for-cats

Important notice

*General food-safety information for NZ pet owners, reviewed against ASPCA/VCA guidance (June 2026). For any suspected ingestion or illness, contact a NZ vet, after-hours emergency clinic, or SPCA for advice.*