Unexpected vet visits can be costly but avoidable if you are knowledgeable about toxic vs. non-toxic plants. Be proactive in order to keep your furry family members away from harmful foliage. Our guide on how to keep pets safe from potentially poisonous and toxic plants will keep Fido from barking up the wrong bush.
Toxic Plants
Make informed decisions about the types of plants to include in your home and outdoor space to keep your home pet safe. The toxicity of plants differs between dogs and cats. There are some plants and flowers listed below that are non-toxic to dogs but can have seriously adverse reactions to cats. Examples of a few plants that can be hazardous to pets if ingested include:
- aloe vera
- autumn crocus*
- azalea*
- baby’s breath
- begonia
- calla lily
- chrysanthemum
- daffodil
- elephant’s ear
- foxglove*
- geranium
- hydrangea*
- japanese pieris*
- larkspur
- lupine
- morning glory
- oleander*
- yew
The plants denoted with an asterisk are cardiotoxic and pose the highest risk to pets. Avoid these plants in your home and always cross reference a full list of toxic and non-toxic plants, such as ASPCA’s Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant searchable database. Symptoms from possible ingestion include mild nausea to death caused by kidney failure or a number of different subsequent reactions. A few signs of potential toxicity include: cold extremities, racing or irregular pulse, vomiting, lethargy, and rapid breathing. As a precaution, it is strongly suggested that if you suspect your dog or cat may have nibbled a potentially toxic plant, visit the vet immediately and bring a small sample of the plant that your dog or cat may have ingested.
Non-Toxic Plants
Non-toxic plants are just as beautiful and can brighten up any indoor or outdoor space where your pet may roam. A few examples include:
- African violet
- bamboo
- blue echeveria
- burro or lamb’s tail
- hens and chickens (evergreen succulents)
- jasmine
- marigold
- petunia
- ponytail palm
- rose
- tiger orchid
- wild hyacinth
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