Aloe Vera
Aloe barbadensis miller
Dogs: Mild
Cats: Mild
Plant Information
Aloe, Burn Plant, Medicine Plant
Asphodelaceae
houseplant
Mildly Toxic
Toxicity Details
gel and latex (yellow layer under skin)
Saponins, anthraquinones
6-12 hours
mild
Symptoms to Watch For
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Lethargy
- Tremors (rare, large ingestion)
What to Do
Monitor at home for mild cases. Offer water. See vet if vomiting persists or lethargy develops.
About Aloe Vera
While Aloe Vera is wonderful for human skin, it's mildly toxic to pets. The saponins and latex cause gastrointestinal upset. Most pets recover without treatment, but the bitter taste usually limits how much they eat.
Safe Alternatives
These plants provide a similar look but are non-toxic to pets: