Can Dogs Eat Mince Pies? No — Contain Toxic Dried Fruits
This food is NOT safe for dogs. Keep it away from your pet.
Mince pies contain dried fruits including raisins, currants, and sultanas which are all toxic to dogs and can cause kidney failure.
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Warning Signs & Symptoms
Vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, loss of appetite, kidney failure.
If Your Dog Ate This
Call vet or ASPCA Poison Control 888-426-4435 immediately. Raisin and currant content makes this a kidney failure emergency.
What to Avoid
all parts — dried fruit content
Preparation & Serving
Keep all mince pies away from dogs especially during Christmas season. Check holiday food platters carefully.
Safer Alternatives
- Plain apple slices as a festive fruit treat
Did you know?
A single traditional mince pie contains approximately 30-40g of mixed dried fruit including raisins, currants, and sultanas — all toxic to dogs. This is enough to cause kidney failure in a small dog.
Portions & nutrition
- Toxic dose (per kg body weight)
- Raisins and currants — unknown safe threshold, any amount requires emergency vet contact
- Calories (per 100g)
- 360
- Safe frequency
- Never
Source
What You Need to Know
Traditional mince pies are a common cause of dog poisoning during the holiday season. Even one mince pie can cause serious kidney damage. Keep all holiday baked goods out of reach.
Not sure what to do next? Read our emergency guide What to Do If Your Dog Eats Something Toxic
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