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    Is Aloe Vera plant poisonous to dogs?

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    Yes


     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? 

    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
    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.


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