One of the most logical and valuable home decor improvements you can make to your home is adding new houseplants. Houseplants help purify the air by absorbing carbon dioxide and other pollutants while releasing oxygen. Research shows that houseplants promote relaxation. And houseplants can make your house look like a home.
However, if you have a dog or cat, you should take special considerations into account before heading to the plant store. Because not all houseplants are safe for pets. This is especially true if your pet tends to snack on things like plants.
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Honest Paws veterinarian Jamie Frayer shares plants that can pose a danger to pets. “Some plants, such as dahlias, chamomile, chrysanthemums, and calla lilies, can cause contact dermatitis or painful sores on the skin and mucous membranes. Daffodils, bluebells, hydrangeas, gladioli, baby's breath, and aloe Other plants, such as , can also cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea.