Is Aloe toxic to dogs?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Aloe is toxic to dogs. Vomiting (not horses), lethargy, diarrhea. The gel is considered edible. Toxic principles: Saponins, anthraquinones This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Is Aloe toxic to horses?

Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Aloe is toxic to horses. Vomiting (not horses), lethargy, diarrhea. The gel is considered edible. Toxic principles: Saponins, anthraquinones This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.

Which pets are most at risk from Aloe?

Our database flags Aloe as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.

What should I do if my pet eats Aloe?

Remove remaining plant material, do not induce vomiting unless a vet instructs you to, and seek professional help immediately with the plant name ready.

Is Aloe toxic to cats, dogs? (Aloe vera)

Aloe (Aloe vera) is marked as potentially toxic to cats, dogs, horses in the Plants4Pets database. Keep this plant out of reach of curious pets and read the species-specific notes below.

Photos of Aloe (Aloe vera)

Aloe (Aloe vera) — plant photo 1 of 3, pet toxicity guide

Aloe (Aloe vera) — plant photo 2 of 3, pet toxicity guide

Aloe (Aloe vera) — plant photo 3 of 3, pet toxicity guide

Is Aloe toxic to cats, dogs or horses?

Cat Toxic Not verified

Vomiting (not horses), lethargy, diarrhea. The gel is considered edible. Toxic principles: Saponins, anthraquinones
Dog Toxic Not verified

Vomiting (not horses), lethargy, diarrhea. The gel is considered edible. Toxic principles: Saponins, anthraquinones
Horse Toxic Not verified

Vomiting (not horses), lethargy, diarrhea. The gel is considered edible. Toxic principles: Saponins, anthraquinones

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Aloe plant details and common names

Family: Liliaceae

Other language names: Aloes zwyczajny

Safety advice if a pet eats Aloe

Many popular houseplants and garden species can cause vomiting, drooling, skin irritation or more serious symptoms when chewed by cats, dogs or horses. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not replace a veterinary consultation.

If your pet has eaten any part of Aloe (Aloe vera), note the amount ingested, watch for unusual behaviour and contact a veterinarian or pet poison helpline immediately.

Found outdated or incorrect data? Use the report form below or e-mail kontakt@plants4pets.pl with the plant name, species affected and your source — we review every submission.

FAQ: Aloe and pet toxicity

Is Aloe toxic to cats?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Aloe is toxic to cats. Vomiting (not horses), lethargy, diarrhea. The gel is considered edible. Toxic principles: Saponins, anthraquinones This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Aloe toxic to dogs?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Aloe is toxic to dogs. Vomiting (not horses), lethargy, diarrhea. The gel is considered edible. Toxic principles: Saponins, anthraquinones This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Is Aloe toxic to horses?: Yes. According to Plants4Pets, Aloe is toxic to horses. Vomiting (not horses), lethargy, diarrhea. The gel is considered edible. Toxic principles: Saponins, anthraquinones This entry has not been manually verified yet — treat it as guidance only.
Which pets are most at risk from Aloe?: Our database flags Aloe as toxic to: cats, dogs, horses.
What should I do if my pet eats Aloe?: Remove remaining plant material, do not induce vomiting unless a vet instructs you to, and seek professional help immediately with the plant name ready.

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