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Is Aloe Vera toxic to dogs and cats?

Aloe vera (syn. Aloe barbadensis) · Asphodelaceae

Yes — Aloe Vera is toxic to pets (moderate). Dogs and cats

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Why it is toxic

Anthraquinone glycosides and saponins in the yellow latex just under the leaf skin

How fast symptoms appear: Within a few hours

Symptoms of poisoning
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Lethargy
  • Change in urine colour
  • Tremors after large ingestions
What to do first
  1. Remove the plant and note roughly how much was eaten.
  2. Offer water; do not induce vomiting.
  3. Call the vet if vomiting repeats or any tremor appears.
(888) 426-4435ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (855) 764-7661Pet Poison Helpline
What your vet will do
Fluids and anti-sickness medication. Consider swapping the plant for a haworthia, which looks similar and is on the ASPCA non-toxic list.

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Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center plant list; Pet Poison Helpline. PetPlantGuard is complementary to veterinary care and never replaces your vet.