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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Pet Poisoning Prevention Week begins on March 17th.
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.
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“Bruting trees produce fruits such as cherries, peaches, and apples. Despite the toxicity of the seeds, their aroma and taste are attractive to dogs. One cup of apple seeds is toxic to adults. You only need a very small amount because there may be.”
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Flowering houseplants:
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These include gloxinia, laceflower vine, African violet, hoya, orchid, lipstick plant, and bromeliad.
Flowing plants, climbing plants, cascading plants:
Boston fern, Swedish ivy, spider plant, aluminum plant, baby's tears, staghorn fern
Foliage plant:
Royal Velvet Plant, Prayer Plant, Calathea, Swallow's Nest Fern, Chinese Money Plant
Herbs:
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Basil, rosemary, dill, thyme, sage, coriander, savory succulents: echeveria, barostelle, Christmas cactus
Some people on social media say they found this at their local hardware store.
It's very important for pet parents to be aware of which plants are safe to have around their baby's fur. Plants are his 8th most reported toxin among pet toxins, accounting for 40% of all animal poison control consultations.
What to do if your pet eats a poisonous plant
Despite how much we work like dogs to keep our pets safe, sometimes they still end up eating poisonous plants.
If you think your pet may have ingested a poisonous plant, seek help for your pet immediately. ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888) 426-4435 or Pet poisoning helpline (855) 764-7661.
Aside from chewed leaves and missing flowers, common signs that your pet may have ingested or come into contact with a poisonous plant include:
Creating a safe home for your pet doesn't mean you have to sacrifice other things you love. Being informed about the toxicity levels of pet-friendly plants and other plants can go a long way in creating a healthy haven that supports your overall health and, in turn, your pet's health.
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