Maidenhair ferns are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. That is the good news, and it is genuine. The bad news: this is one of the most demanding houseplants you can bring home. The plant looks delicate, and it is. Fan-shaped leaflets on dark, wiry stems dry out fast. It wants constantly moist soil,…
Good news first: the bird's nest fern (Asplenium nidus) is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. If your cat takes a curious nibble, this fern is not on the danger list. It is also a genuinely handsome plant. Wide, wavy leaves grow from a central rosette, giving it a sculptural look that works on…
Banana plants are generally considered non-toxic to both cats and dogs. If you want a huge, lush jungle look without worrying about a curious pet taking a bite, this is one of the safest big plants you can buy. Indoor banana plant care is simpler than its size suggests. Give it lots of light, generous…
Bromeliads are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. If your pet takes a curious bite, you can stay calm. That makes them one of the few houseplants that give you bold, tropical color without the worry. No trading style for safety. Here is everything you need for easy bromeliad care: the famous central water…
African violets are generally considered non-toxic to both cats and dogs. If you want flowers on your windowsill without worrying about your pet, this is one of the safest picks you can make. The ASPCA lists African violets as non-toxic to cats and dogs. That does not mean a chewed leaf is a free pass….
Good news first: Christmas cactus is generally considered non-toxic to both cats and dogs. That makes it one of the safest holiday plants you can bring into a home with pets. This guide covers everything you need for Christmas cactus care: the right light, a simple watering rhythm, and how to trigger those famous holiday…
Good news first: echeverias are generally considered non-toxic to both cats and dogs. If your cat nibbles a leaf or your dog knocks the pot over, these rosette succulents are one of the safer choices you can bring home. That said, no plant is completely harmless. Eating any plant material can cause mild stomach upset,…
Haworthia is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. If you love the striped, spiky look of aloe but worry about your pets, this is the plant for you. Aloe vera is toxic to cats and dogs, so it is off the table for many pet owners. Haworthia gives you a nearly identical look with…
Hoyas are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. That makes them one of the best trailing plants for a pet household. If you have been looking for a hanging-basket plant that is safe around curious paws, the hoya is your answer. It trails beautifully, tolerates some neglect, and rewards patience with clusters of star-shaped…
Peperomias are non-toxic to cats and dogs. That is the short answer, and it is a good one. If you want a plant that looks interesting, stays small and does not put your pet at risk, peperomia is one of the easiest choices you can make. It also forgives the occasional missed watering, which makes…
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