Re: Problem - I think?-HOLD THE TEA TREE!!

2005-06-08 Thread Kat
Hi All, The part of the Aloe that is toxic is the Latex layer beneath the skin. This is NOT the part used for commercial Aloe preparations/gels. So as long as you don't cut open an Aloe leaf and rub it on your cat, it is okay to use the gel. As always, check the labels and try not to use a

Re: Problem - I think?-HOLD THE TEA TREE!!

2005-06-08 Thread tamara stickler
GOOD TO KNOW, Thanks for correction the info Kat! That's why I always write to check with the vet first! TKat [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi All,The part of the Aloe that is toxic is the Latex layer beneath the skin.This is NOT the part used for commercial Aloe preparations/gels. Soas long as you

Re: Problem - I think?-HOLD THE TEA TREE!!

2005-06-08 Thread Nina
Thanks for the clarification, Kat. And Tamara, thanks for the heads up about potential dangers. I have an aloe plant in the back yard that I've used medicinally for myself, (although it hadn't occurred to me to use it like that on my animals, thank goodness!). Nina Kat wrote: Hi All, The