Aloe Vera has very wide uses, both for humans and pets. However, it contains toxic elements, so munching on the succulent stems of these plants will not do your canine companion any good. It is therefore prudent to consult your veterinarian before administering aloe vera to your pet. On the other hand, gels and sprays, applied to your pet's external body, are by far the easiest and safest to administer. One of the main uses that we humans use Aloe Vera for is to soothe skin that has been damaged by burns, cuts and other abrasions. And while I hope not many dogs need it for burns, helping soothe your pet's skin from a wound or cut with Aloe Vera will go a long way in alleviating his discomfort. It is an ideal remedy for flea bites. In more severe cases where your pet has broken skin from biting and scratching, applying aloe vera will help fight possible infection and begin to reduce any swelling that has occurred, as well as soothe the skin. If your pet is unfortunate enough to suffer from constipation, applying a small amount of aloe vera to their food will help. However, as previously mentioned, to 'feed' your pet Aloe Vera you will need to consult your vet to determine the amount needed.2. How might you treat a dog for fleas? Provide two examples. Garlic, once considered harmful to pets, is now widely touted as beneficial to our pets' health. It is also believed to have positive effects on pets suffering from cancer. So by adding a small amount of crushed garlic to your dog's food every day to prevent fleas, you'll also be helping in other ways. If concerns about using garlic persist, perhaps a less controversial remedy would be to use fresh lemons.... half the paper... will be the cost. Flea treatments tend to be more expensive when prescribed by your vet, but the range of products available at the pet shop varies so much that perhaps an owner might decide not to bother at all. For me and many of my friends, the potential negative effects of reacting to these chemicals would be enough to abstain from their use.8. Name Two Uses of Licorice By researching and studying additional uses of offering licorice to your dog, beyond those mentioned in this unit, I have discovered that licorice can help stimulate dogs' anti-inflammatory systems. This will obviously help reduce the discomfort usually associated with joint pain and arthritis problems, as well as other areas of the body that suffer from inflammation and swelling. It can also help treat dogs suffering from urinary tract infections.