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Is Aloe Vera gel safe for my dog's skin? What are the risks?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Female | 10 months and 23 days old | 11.0321 lbs

Can i apply aloevera gel to my Pomeranian's body???

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Answered By Jeffrey Milner

Veterinarian

Published on June 10th, 2017

I would shy away from the use of Aloe Vera in dogs, particularly those which are small breeds. If ingested, it can cause severe diarrhea resulting in dehydration and the clinical signs associated with that.

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