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    Is Aloe Vera plant poisonous to dogs?

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       If a dog ingests the leaves and gel, the saponins act as a a dog poison. Symptoms of Aloe Vera plant's poisonous effects in dogs include:


      Darkened urine
      Depression
      Diarrhea
      Muscle spasms
      Weight loss


      Read more: What Plants Are Poisonous to Dogs? 

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        jhharlan

        Wow. I wouldn't have thought it would be bad for dogs...It is so good for humans...I guess it's like chocolate....I won't share my aloe vera either........lol
        commented 14 years ago
        Colleen

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        It's good for humans externally. I'm not so sure we would do so well if we ingested it.
        commented 14 years ago


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