There are 2 basic ways that aloe vera gel can help your dog.
Aloe vera for dogs.
However dogs should not be given the whole leaves of the aloe vera plant.
Adaptogens are purported to be plants which.
It s not only rich in vitamins a c and e but it is a clinically proven antibacterial antiviral and anti inflammatory.
Aloe vera is safe to eat and a good way to obtain its many benefits.
The properties it is claimed to provide include refreshment healing and toning.
Both are said by many sources to have advantages for our animals and for us.
There are two types of aloe vera which have been used for dogs.
Aloe vera is one of my favourite plants on the planet.
Using aloe vera for dogs skin will never cause problems since it has multiple benefits for our pets.
Adapting the properties mentioned in the above section of the article to the dogs.
Certain claims say that this plant is an adaptogen.
To be sure the latex is removed purchase a food grade aloe or avoid whole leaf products and your dog should be just fine.
Aloe is best used for digestive skin and lymph problems.
Its many vitamins minerals and anti inflammatory compounds can aid in healing but also is recommended as a daily supplement in your dog s diet.
Either fresh juice from aloe or a gel that has been commercially prepared features a pile of minerals proteins enzymes and other.
It s in our cosmetics and many of us put it on those nasty summer sunburns but did you know you can use it on your dog too.
The following information is based on veterinary surgeon dr.
We will see that aloe vera is very useful for the following cases.
If a large amount of the plant is eaten your dog may experience vomiting diarrhea loss of appetite depression and urinary changes.
When ingested these glycosides are metabolized by intestinal bacteria forming compounds that increase mucus production and water in the colon.
The leaves contain saponins glycosides and other compounds that are mildly toxic for domestic animals.
Aloe vera for pets why and how.
Aloe vera for dogs is perfectly safe.
Therapeutic uses of aloe vera for dogs.
The first is as a dietary supplement and the second is as a gel to massage into the skin of the affected area.
So in answer to this reader s email aloe isn t really poisonous although some gels and whole leaf applications should be used with caution if being used internally.
Aloe vera is a plant we hear a lot about.
What kind of aloe to use for dogs.
Aloe vera which is from the aloaceae family is a common houseplant aloes contain anthraquinone glycosides which are purgatives medications that encourage bowel movements.
The most common use of aloe vera gel for dogs is as a topical skin application as you re probably familiar with.
David urch s book aloe vera nature s gift.
Aloe vera for dogs has seen increasing popularity in recent years.
