Yes, plenty of stylish houseplants are safe for cats and dogs. You do not have to choose between a green home and a safe pet. This is our master list of pet safe houseplants, grouped by type, with one line on look and care level for each. Every plant here is generally considered non-toxic to…
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…
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…
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…
Sweet pea plants are toxic to both cats and dogs. The seeds and pods carry the most risk, but no part of the plant is a safe snack for your pet. If a dog or cat eats sweet pea, symptoms can include weakness and lethargy. In serious cases, seizures are possible. If your pet has…
Contents What makes lantana toxic Triterpenoids are a group of natural compounds. In lantana, they are concentrated in the leaves, stems and flowers. When a pet eats them, these compounds are hard on the liver. They interfere with how the liver processes bile, and over time that can cause liver cells to die. Liver damage…
Yes, buttercups are toxic to cats and dogs. That includes the small yellow flowers popping up in your lawn and the lush ranunculus in a spring bouquet. They are cousins in the same plant family, and they carry the same irritant toxin. Here is the reassuring part. Buttercups taste sharp and bitter, so most pets…
Gladiolus plants are toxic to both cats and dogs. Every part of the plant can cause problems, but the corms, the bulb-like structures underground, are the most dangerous. If your pet chews a gladiolus, watch for vomiting, drooling and lethargy, and call your vet. The risk looks different depending on how the plant enters your…
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