Pampas grass is not toxic to cats and dogs. The ASPCA does not list it as poisonous, so a nibble will not poison your pet. That said, non-toxic does not mean risk-free. Fresh pampas blades have sharp edges that can cut your pet's mouth, and dried decor stems shed fibers that can irritate the stomach…
Garden mint is mostly fine for cats and dogs in tiny nibbles. A leaf or two off your windowsill pot is unlikely to cause harm. Larger amounts can upset your pet's stomach, and one type of mint, English pennyroyal, is genuinely dangerous for dogs. Mint also hides in places you might not expect, like essential…
Are orchids toxic to cats? No, and dogs are in the clear too. Moth orchids (Phalaenopsis), the ones you see in every supermarket, garden center and Instagram feed, are generally considered non-toxic to both cats and dogs. That is a reassuring answer for one of the most gifted houseplants in the US. Safe does not…
Good news: sunflowers are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. If your dog grabs a petal or your cat chews a leaf, the plant itself is not a poisoning emergency. The main caveat is volume. A big serving of any plant can sit badly in a small stomach, and sunflower snacks for people come…
Yes, primroses are mildly toxic to cats and dogs. If your pet nibbles a leaf or flower, the most common reaction is mild vomiting. Most pets recover quickly without treatment. Primroses show up in US supermarkets, garden centers and hardware stores every late winter and early spring. They are cheap, cheerful and often one of…
Paperwhites are toxic to both cats and dogs. These fragrant white narcissus are a holiday favorite, but every part of the plant contains lycorine, a compound that upsets the stomach and can cause more serious problems in larger amounts. The bulbs hold the highest concentration, which matters because paperwhites are usually grown indoors as loose…
Lucky bamboo is toxic to cats and dogs. Despite the name, it is not bamboo at all. It is a dracaena, Dracaena sanderiana, and dracaenas contain compounds that can make your pet sick. The good news: true bamboo is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. So if you love the look, you have safe…
Shamrock plants are toxic to both cats and dogs. The plant sold as a shamrock is usually Oxalis, a wood sorrel with clover-like leaves, and it contains soluble oxalates. Most pets that nibble a leaf end up with drooling and an upset stomach. Eating a large amount is more serious, because soluble oxalates can affect…
Hibiscus plants are a mixed bag for pet owners. Most hibiscus varieties are considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, but one common type, rose of Sharon, is toxic to dogs and can cause stomach upset. That split answer matters, because 'hibiscus' covers hundreds of species. The tropical hibiscus with big bright blooms you see in…
Yes, tomato plants are toxic to both cats and dogs. The leaves, stems, and unripe green fruit contain natural toxins that can cause stomach upset and lethargy if your pet chews on them. The good news: ripe red tomatoes are generally safe for pets in small amounts. And if you grow tomatoes on a balcony…
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