What is Aloe Vera?
Aloe Vera is a type of succulent plant that is most often found in arid climates. Transparent gel from the pulp of the meaty leaves of Aloe vera has been used topically for thousands of years to treat wounds, skin infections, burns, and numerous other dermatologic conditions.1
How can Aloe Vera help my dog’s skin?
Aloe Vera can help your dog’s skin in many ways. Aloe Vera can soothe your dog’s skin, assist with healing wounds, moisturize your dog’s skin, and relieve itchiness caused by flea allergies and hot spots. Along with Vitamin E, Aloe is one of the main ingredients in Sprinks Wipers.
- “Aloe (Aloe vera).” Mayo Clinic. N.p., 02/01/2010. Web. 4 May 2010. <http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/aloe-vera/ns_patient-aloe>.
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