Keeping Cats Or Dogs Clear Of Dangerous Plants! (Part 1)
Naturally, inquisitive dogs and cats might take a taste of any plant. An pet may need to self-medicate (like cats eating grass), and so the plant in the pot might interest them. They may just be curious. Despite being poisonous, some plants are tasty (for instance, the taste of a berry is no indication of its safety, as some berries may taste good but be very poisonous).
It’s also no guarantee if a plant is safe for us. Some plants can be poisonous for animals, yet perfectly fine for us. For example, onions are extremely poisonous for cats. As well, the quantities that cats and dogs need to consume to be poisoned is less than we would have to eat, since they are smaller.
However, although many houseplants are perfectly safe, many aren’t, and it is necessary to take note of what ones to avoid.
For dogs, the dangerous plants include (but aren’t limited to): apricot, hyacinth, aloe, daffodil, ficus, virginia creeper, green potatoes (especially the skins), apple, easter lilly, iris, schefflera, mother-in-laws tongue, apple, pear seeds, black-eyed susan, mushrooms, english ivy, peace lily, almond, mountain laurel, lily of the valley, croton, umbrella plant, mushrooms, poinsettia, plum, cherry, apricot, peach, pits, honeysuckle, jade, wisteria, tomato plants (and green tomatoes), hydrangea, potato, walnuts and other nuts, holly, jasmine, philodendron, corn plant, chinese evergreen, baby’s breath, and yews. These would include many plants in your home and kitchen.