Money trees are generally considered non-toxic to both cats and dogs. That makes Pachira aquatica one of the friendlier statement plants you can bring into a home with pets. Good money tree care comes down to a few simple things: bright indirect light, a deep drink only when the soil dries out, and a pot…
Ponytail palms are non-toxic to both cats and dogs. That is the short answer, and it is good news, because this plant is one of the most charming pet-safe options you can buy. Despite the name, a ponytail palm is not a palm at all. It is a succulent, with a swollen trunk that stores…
Good news first: the cat palm (Chamaedorea cataractarum) is generally considered non-toxic to both cats and dogs. Despite the name, it was not named after your cat. The 'cataractarum' in its Latin name refers to the waterfalls of its native Mexican habitat, where it grows along riverbanks. That makes it one of the few fuller,…
Parlor palms are generally considered non-toxic to both cats and dogs. That makes them one of the easiest palms you can keep in a home with pets. They also tolerate the low to medium light of a real apartment, grow slowly, and forgive the occasional missed watering. If you want greenery in a darker room…
Good news first: the areca palm (Dypsis lutescens) is non-toxic to cats and dogs. If your cat chews a frond or your dog sniffs the pot, this plant will not poison them. That makes it one of the safest ways to get that lush, tropical look indoors. Many popular tropical statement plants, like the Monstera,…
Prayer plants are non-toxic to cats and dogs. If your pet takes a nibble, the ASPCA lists maranta as a safe plant, so you can keep this beauty in your home without worry. That said, even a non-toxic plant can cause mild stomach upset if your pet eats a lot of it. If your cat…
Calatheas are not toxic to cats or dogs. They are generally considered non-toxic to both, which makes them one of the best choices if you love bold, patterned leaves and share your home with a curious pet. That is the short answer. The longer answer is that calatheas have a reputation for being dramatic about…
Good news first: Boston ferns are generally considered non-toxic to both cats and dogs. If your cat nibbles a frond or your dog sniffs around the pot, the plant itself is not the problem. The real challenge with Boston fern care is the plant itself. It loves humidity, dislikes dry air and sheds little leaflets…
Good news first: spider plants are generally considered non-toxic to both cats and dogs. If your pet chews a leaf, you do not need to panic. That makes the spider plant one of the easiest, safest ways to start a plant collection in a home with pets. This guide covers everything you need for spider…
Dahlias are mildly toxic to both cats and dogs. Eating the plant can cause an upset stomach, and skin contact can lead to irritation. That sounds worrying, but the realistic risk is low. Most pets take one bite and walk away. Serious poisoning from dahlias is rare. Here is what actually happens, why tubers matter…
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