Veterinary Technician

Category - Pharmacology

Which of the following human foods will, if consumed in sufficient quantities, elicit renal failure in household pets?
  1. Persimmons
  2. Hops
  3. Coffee
  4. Raisins
Explanation
Answer: D - Raisins will, if consumed in sufficient quantities, elicit renal failure in household pets. The exact cause of toxicity is not known, but affected animals will develop renal failure within seventy-two hours of ingestion. Other signs include lethargy, anorexia, abdominal pain, weakness, dehydration, polydipsia, and tremors (shivering).
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