![]() ![]() It could be because the pooch has no interest in eating the plants, the plants are securely out of reach, or even that they eat some toxic plant but not enough to trigger any noticeable symptoms. On the other hand, many dogs live in houses and gardens alongside plants that are considered toxic to dogs but never seem to get sick. In many cases, a dog might vomit after eating plants because they can’t digest them or it has irritated their stomach, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that they are poisoned. Plus, individual dogs have unique reactions to certain plants and the natural chemicals inside them too. Both the ASPCA and PPH are American though, so again, there are limitations with these resources when it comes to UK plants.Įven plants that are safe for dogs can still potentially cause sickness from overeating, thorns, or choking hazards. You should then cross-reference the plant (just in case) with other sites, such as the ASPCA list of toxic and non-toxic plants, or the Pet Poison Helpline because some plants do have conflicting information. However, you will have to search each plant individually. The Gardener’s World website is very helpful, and each plant page lists if there are any known toxicity risks to humans or domestic animals. You’ll probably find that in most cases the plant is not specifically marked as safe for dogs, but it isn’t marked as toxic either. Unlike poisonous plants, there aren’t many extensive lists of “safe” plants. Spider plants (Ribbon plants, airplane plants, spider ivy)ĭog-friendly plants and flowers for the gardenįinding dog safe plants for your home or garden can be a bit of a minefield. Rabbit’s foot fern (Hare fern, deer foot fern, squirrel foot fern) Purple waffle plant (Waffle plant, red ivy) Ponytail palm (Elephant’s foot, bottle palm) Peperomia (Various: Radiator plants, Watermelon plant, baby rubber tree, etc.) Holiday cacti (Christmas cactus, Easter cactus) Some more dog-friendly houseplants include:Īreca palm (Golden cane palm, yellow palm, butterfly palm.)īoston fern (Sword fern, fluffy ruffles fern)Ĭalathea (Prayer plants, rattlesnake plants)ĭendrobium orchid (Tiger orchid, leopard orchid) So keep your cacti collection out of reach of any curious canines and you should be okay. However, the spines will definitely cause pup-set, either pricking your pups nose or causing internal injury if eaten. But are cacti safe for dogs? Well, surprisingly they are not toxic to dogs, although the sap of certain species can cause gastrointestinal trouble. ![]() I think everyone has owned a cactus at some point, since they’re so easy to care for and make a nice structural decorative plant. It’s a good idea to identify what type of succulent you’ve bought and double-check if it is toxic or not. Some families, such as Haworthia, are perfectly safe for both dogs and cats to be around, but others like the jade tree or aloe vera can cause sickness and are mildly toxic to dogs. ![]() Succulents make up a broad group of different families of plants, and in general, most of them are safe plants for dogs. You might also see these plants sold under names like “good luck palms'' or “bamboo palms”, so just be aware as long as the scientific name is “Chamaedorea elegans” it is perfectly safe for your pooch. And luckily for you and your furry friends, they are a houseplant safe for dogs and cats. Parlour palms are one of the most pup-ular house plants in the world thanks to their air-purifying quality and lush leaves. With a few of these dotted around and draping off shelves, you’re sure to start living your indoor jungle dreams. These plants breed prolifically and thrive in almost any environment, making them one of the most common houseplants around so it’s a good thing they’re dog-friendly. Yes, spider plants are perfectly safe houseplants for dogs to be around. This list is quite extensive but in no way exhaustive, so we encourage you to research anything rare or specialist you might be growing! Are spider plants dog safe? If you happen to grow herbs inside your house, you’ll find them listed in our list of safe plants for dogs below. We will go through a few common houseplants first and then list other “safe” houseplants. ![]() Most dogs usually won’t eat anything that seems unappetising, which helps to keep them safe from anything that could make them sick. For instance, if your pup considers the garden their personal salad bar, then you should avoid anything that’s known to cause sickness or toxicity in dogs because your pup is simply much more likely to explore the garden through their mouths and make themselves ill. Your dog’s habits are just as important to consider when deciding what is safe and what isn’t. ![]()
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