Keep Your Pets Safe With Non-Toxic Houseplants

Non-Toxic Houseplants

When my cat adopted me last year, the last thing on my mind was checking to make sure my houseplants were safe for pets. Then I accidentally came across an article on pet-safe greenery and the light bulb came on: time to make sure the plants are up to code!

This post is dedicated to all you cat and dog owners out there. Keep in mind that today’s featured plants are safe for cats and dogs, but even non-toxic plants may have less-than-ideal effects if ingested.

In fact, it’s never a bad idea to check with your local nursery or vet for verification that a plant is in fact pet-safe, and I’ve found the ASPCA website to be incredibly helpful. Here are 10 unique plant finds that will help you create a stylish, pet-friendly interior…

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The following plants are non-toxic to both cats and dogs:

1. Blue Echeveria
2. Bamboo
3. Areca or Golden Palm
4. Burro's Tail or Lamb's Tail
5. Christmas Cactus
6. Cliff Brake or Button Fern
7. Hens and Chickens
8. Pearl Plant
9. Pony Tail Palm
10. Spice Orchid

But hey, don't limit yourself to my choices. For hundreds more healthy plant options, check out APSCA's full database. 

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