Why it is poisonous to dogs
Just under the skin of aloe leaves is a yellow, bitter sap that acts strongly on the gut. A dog that bites off a leaf can vomit, have diarrhoea, become dull and go off its food.
The clear gel inside the leaf is less harmful, but a dog chewing a leaf swallows both the gel and the sap. Do not let your dog lick creams or gels containing aloe either.
If your dog chewed aloe and vomits, has diarrhoea, seems dull or will not eat, contact a vet.
What to watch out for
- Vomiting and diarrhoea can follow.
- The dog can become dull and go off its food.
- With diarrhoea the dog can lose a lot of fluid.
Which parts are dangerous
Not every part of the plant is equally dangerous.
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Leaf skin and yellow sap
Not safeThese are what cause the vomiting and diarrhoea.
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Clear gel
Not safeIt is less harmful, but there is no reason to give it to a dog.
What it can cause
Signs that can appear after eating it. Each page explains what to look out for and when to hurry to a vet.
Safe plants instead
Plants that are safer to keep.