My dog licked aloe vera. Is it toxic? What symptoms to watch for?

I'm sorry to hear that Molly isn't feeling well! You are correct that the aloe vera plant itself is toxic to dogs, but the gel within the plant is actually considered edible. If Molly licked pure aloe vera gel of off someone, it is unlikely that her vomiting is related to this ingestion and may be related to a virus, stomach upset from eating something else, parasites, etc. However, if the product was an aloe vera after sun product, it likely contains a variety of other ingredients that could be causing her vomiting. If she licked an after sun product, first try to determine the exact product that was used, then call the ASPCA animal poison control center to determine if there are any associated toxicities with this product (888-426-4435; there is a $65 consultation fee). If there are no other toxicities, you can try withholding food for 12 hours, then offering small frequent meals of boiled white meat chicken and white rice for several days. After that time, gradually transition back to Molly's normal diet over another 5-7 days. If the vomiting continues, or if she also develops diarrhea, a loss of appetite and lethargy, Molly will need to go to her vet for evaluation. I hope that all goes well!

I would just keep an eye on Buddy. Aloe vera ingestion can cause vomiting and diarrhea, but it is usually self-limiting, meaning it usually gets better without treatment. If he starts to have symptoms, offer him plenty of fluids (water, broth, pedialyte). Since he is so tiny, I would not recommend withholding food, but try for bland foods like chicken breast and cooked white rice. If the symptoms last long than 24 hours, he needs to be treated by a vet. Here is info on aloe vera ingestion: https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/aloe-vera/

This would definitely not be enough to cause any major problems and likely won't cause any problems at all. Benzoyl peroxide primarily toxic as an irritant, so at-most she may vomit, but I would not expect anything more than this. I hope that helps to make you less concerned and all goes well with Bella.

Hello, and thank you for your question. Aloe vera should not be toxic by itself. I am also assuming he did not lick very much if it was rubbed into your face previously. However, if you notice vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite, or lethargy within the next 24 hours, I would advise you to visit your veterinarian, in case there were other ingredients in the gel that caused stomach upset. I hope this helps, and that Tigger does well!

It isn't recommended since the dog would likely lick it off as soon as it was applied. It isn't toxic, but it could cause stomach upset. Ideally, the dog should be physically examined by a veterinarian to diagnose and treat the underlying cause. Place an e-collar (cone) on the dog to prevent licking until he sees the doctor.

Certain chemicals in hair dye is known to be toxic to dogs, but it usually takes more than a lick to cause serious complications. However, I would expect some vomiting and excessive drooling from this. If you are not seeing this within the first hour after she licked it, then it's a good sign that she will not have any toxic effects. However, you should monitor her for signs of excessive vomiting, difficulty breathing, and/or lethargy as a sign that she is having serious complications. If you notice this, then take her to the vet immediately for treatment. In-fact, if there is any concern about toxicity, then it's best to take her to the vet for treatment and monitoring. If you don't notice any signs of toxicity within the next 12 hours, then most likely she will be fine. For now, it's best to give a little milk (about 1cup) and plenty of water. This will help to dilute the toxins in the stomach. I hope that helps and all is well with Lola

The oil isn't toxic, but it can cause vomiting and/or diarrhea. Some dogs can develop pancreatitis, which can cause illness that lasts for several days. If Narla is sick for more than 12-24 hours, she should get checked out by the vet. Her stools may be loose and greasy for a few days as the oil passes through.