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Plants and flowers are great for the home and outdoors. They help purify the air, can repel pests, and also brighten up living spaces and yards. When it comes to plants and pets, some may choose not to have plants in the home or in their landscaping because of the potential risk to their pet. If you want to have your pet and plants too, check out this list of 5 plants and flowers that are okay to have around pets and which ones you should keep away.
Common Plants That Are Toxic to Pets
- True Lilies (Tiger, Day, Asiatic, Easter, and Japanese Show)
- Highly toxic for cats. Even ingested in small amounts can cause kidney failure.
- Azaleas and Rhododendrons
- Dumbcane
- Spring Bulbs
- Tulips, Daffodils, and Hyacinth contain a substance in the bulb that can be very harmful when ingested.
- Kalanchoe
Common Plants That Are Safe for Pets
- African Violet
- American Rubber Plant
- Blushing Bromeliad
- Hens and Chicks (Echeveria elegans)
- Snapdragon
Remember, if you are ever in doubt, contact your vet to make sure a specific plant is safe. You can also check out Pet Poison Helpline or the ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center.
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