Pet Safe House Plants

Pet safe house plants

Look no further than a date palm. Also known as a Robellini palm, it's one of many varieties in the Arecaceae family (including the Bamboo palm, Areca palm, and Chinese Fan palm) that can flourish indoors while keeping your pets safe.

What indoor plants are safe for dogs and kids?

Non-Toxic Houseplants

• Christmas Cactus (or Easter or Thanksgiving Cactus) Holiday cactuses are popular houseplants in Iowa, with colorful and unusual shaped blooms.
• Boston Fern (also called Sword Fern) ...
• African Violet. ...
• Peperomia. ...
• Baby's Tears. ...
• Prayer Plant. ...
• Parlor Palm. ...
• Spider Plants.

What live plants are safe for cats?

Palms can be iffy for pets, but the parlor palm is considered non-toxic. Tall and elegant, this pet-safe plant thrives in indirect light and tolerates shadier spots too. They typically reach about four feet, but with care, they can reach eight feet tall.

What small indoor plants are safe for cats?

Houseplants that are non-toxic to cats

• African violets.
• Areca palm.
• Baby rubber plant.
• Baby's tears (can cause mild vomiting and diarrhea)
• Boston fern.
• Christmas cactus.
• Parlor palm.
• Ponytail palm.

What houseplants are toxic to dogs and cats?

10 Popular Houseplants That Are Poisonous To Cats And Dogs

• Snake Plant. This very common plant can cause excessive salivation, pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
• Philodendron (Monstera Included)
• Pothos. ...
• Peace Lily. ...
• English Ivy. ...
• Aloe Plant. ...
• Cactus. ...
• ZZ Plant.

Can I have a pothos with a dog?

Pothos/Devil's Ivy (Epipremnum Aureum) Also known as Satin or Silk Pothos, the plant is toxic to both dogs and cats as it can irritate the mouth and tongue. In addition, your pet may also suffer from vomiting, increased salivation and swallowing difficulties.

What plants are calming for cats?

Calming Herbs for Cats to Help Cat Anxiety Popular options for calming herbs for cats with cat anxiety are catnip, chamomile, hops, valerian root, lemon balm, skullcap, and California poppy (don't worry: it doesn't have any opiates).

What are the most toxic houseplants for cats?

Other common plants that are toxic to cats include:

• Croton (Joseph's Coat)
• Caladium (Elephant Ear)
• Dieffenbachia (Dumb Cane)
• Ficus (rubber plants, weeping and variegated fig plants)
• Philodendron.
• Monstera (Swiss Cheese Plant)
• Oleander.
• Poinsettia.

What plants can cats not go near?

Some common plants that are toxic to cats include:

• Amaryllis (Amaryllis spp.)
• Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale)
• Azaleas and Rhododendrons (Rhododendron spp.)
• Castor Bean (Ricinus communis)
• Chrysanthemum, Daisy, Mum (Chrysanthemum spp.)
• Cyclamen (Cyclamen spp.)
• Daffodils, Narcissus (Narcissus spp.)

Can cats be in the same room as plants?

But, even non-toxic plants can cause an upset stomach or a gastrointestinal obstruction if your cat eats them. It's also common for cats to gag or vomit as the leaves or fronds get stuck in their throat. Play it safe and keep your plants out of your cat's reach, even if they're non-toxic.

How toxic is snake plant to cats?

The plant: Snake plant However, it's toxic to cats, warns the ASCPA. Snake plants contain chemical compounds called saponins, which result in feline nausea, vomiting and diarrhea if consumed or chewed on. What to do: Like aloe, snake plant is milder in toxicity to cats.

What plants should dogs avoid?

The 16 Most Common Poisonous Plants for Dogs

• #1 Sago Palm. These ornamental palms are popular in warmer climates and every part of it is toxic to dogs.
• #2 Tomato Plant. With summer comes tomato plants in the garden. ...
• #3 Aloe Vera. ...
• #4 Ivy. ...
• #5 Amaryllis. ...
• #6 Gladiola. ...
• #7 American Holly. ...
• #8 Daffodil.

Can I have toxic plants with pets?

There are some plants — including many lily species — that are out-and-out dangerous to dogs and cats. Among them are iris, carnation, coleus, cyclamen, daffodils, dieffenbachia, philodendron, schefflera and even tulips. And that's far from all of them. Some, like those Easter lilies, are only toxic to cats.

What plants should not be around dogs?

Poisonous Plants for Dogs

• Castor bean or castor oil plant (Ricinus communis)
• Cyclamen (Cylamen spp.)
• Dumbcane (Dieffenbachia)
• Hemlock (Conium maculatum)
• English Ivy, both leaves and berries (Hedera helix)
• Mistletoe (Viscum album)
• Oleander (Nerium oleander)
• Thorn apple or jimsonweed (Datura stramonium)

Can I have a peace lily with a dog?

Peace Lily: The peace lily plant contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which are absorbed into the skin tissue and cause mouth and GI tract irritation. If a dog chews on any part of this plant, the crystals can cause intense burning and irritation of the mouth, tongue and lips.

Is an aloe vera plant toxic to dogs?

Although considered a medicinal plant for humans, aloe vera's level of toxicity is mild to moderate for cats and dogs. Vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, depression, anorexia, tremors, change in urine colour. Chinese evergreen's level of toxicity is mild to moderate, though symptoms can include liver and kidney damage.

Are succulents toxic to dogs?

Fortunately, most succulents are completely harmless to animals. Additionally, most animals instinctively avoid eating succulents. They just don't smell or taste very appetizing.

What plant has behavioral effect on cats?

It has been known for centuries that cats respond euphorically to Nepeta cataria (catnip).

Is spider plants bad for cats?

According to both the ASPCA and the National Capital Poison Center, aka Poison Control, spider plants are non-toxic to both cats and dogs.

What scent relaxes cats?

Lavender, which has natural sedative properties, may help soothe an anxious cat. Copaiba, helichrysum, and frankincense are also considered safe for cats. Before using essential oils, even in the form of diffused scents, around your cats, check with your holistic veterinarian for recommendations.

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