Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera
plants
Scientific name
Aloe barbadensis miller
Alternate names
Barbados aloe, Gwarpatha, Sábila, Medicinal Plant, True Aloe
Toxicity to pets
Aloes contain anthraquinone glycosides which are purgatives (medications that encourage bowel movements). Ingestion of the Aloe Vera plant causes gastrointestinal distress including vomiting and diarrhea.
Disclaimer
The content of this page is not veterinary advice. A number of factors (amount of substance ingested, size of the animal, allergies, etc.) determine what is toxic to a particular pet. If you think your pet has eaten something potentially toxic, call Pet Poison Helpline or seek immediate veterinary treatment.
