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A small apartment does not mean a plant-free apartment — and a cat does not mean a plant-free home either. In a small space every plant competes with the cat for the same few square feet of windowsill, shelf, and …
Most cat owners check the plant before they bring it home, looking up the botanical name to confirm it is non-toxic. Few check what the plant is sitting in. Choosing cat safe potting materials matters just as much as choosing …
Are philodendrons toxic to cats? Yes — every philodendron, from the trailing heartleaf to the large tree philodendron, contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. When a cat chews a leaf or stem, those tiny needle-like crystals pierce the mouth, tongue, and …
A dark room does not have to be plant-free, and a cat home does not have to be either. The trouble is that the plants famous for surviving low light include some of the most toxic for cats, such as …
Cat friendly plant care for beginners means looking after two living things at once: your plants and your cat. You do not need to be an expert gardener — just a short list of forgiving plants, a simple watering routine, …
Yes — sago palms are toxic to cats, and they are among the most dangerous plants a cat can eat. The sago palm, Cycas revoluta, is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. Every part contains …
Hanging plants solve a problem every cat owner knows well. A cat can reach almost everything at floor level. A basket hung from the ceiling lifts the plant out of easy reach and fills an empty corner. That height helps, …
A new houseplant should be exciting, not stressful — but in a home with a cat, it is also a new object to sniff, bat, and chew. If it turns out to be toxic, one curious bite can become an …
Every spring, cat owners ask the same question: are daffodils toxic to cats? The answer is yes. Daffodils (Narcissus spp.) are listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. A cat that chews …
Yes. Echeveria succulents are listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center as non-toxic to cats. The ASPCA entry, filed under “Hens and Chickens” (Echeveria elegans), lists the plant as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses. If you are wondering …