Back to Pet Safety
Toxic to Pets
Aloe Vera
Aloe barbadensis miller
🐱Toxic to Cats
🐶Toxic to Dogs
Toxic Parts
Latex layer beneath the skin. Contains saponins and anthraquinones.
Symptoms if Ingested
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Lethargy
- Tremors (in severe cases)
- Change in urine color
What to Do Immediately
- 1Remove plant access immediately
- 2Do not induce vomiting
- 3Contact your veterinarian
- 4Bring a sample of the plant for identification
Emergency Contact
ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435
If your pet has ingested any plant material, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Safe Alternatives
Haworthia
Echeveria
Sempervivum
Christmas Cactus
Sources: ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline
Toxicity information referenced from ASPCA and other publicly available pet safety databases. Always consult your veterinarian if your pet has ingested plant material.