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What Houseplants Are Toxic for Cats and Dogs: Things to Know and Remember
16.07.2024 17:26
Not only cats – dogs also don’t mind chewing on indoor plants or snatching a bit of grass during a walk.
This is a completely normal phenomenon for pets, unless, of course, we are talking about plants that pose a threat to the animal’s health.
The idea that dogs and cats know what is good and what is bad for them does not stand up to criticism, experts say.
So often animals encroach on indoor plants that are toxic to them. Why do they do this?
Reasons
Basically, cats and dogs start eating grass if they lack vitamins or have digestive problems.
The cause may also be a game or hunting instinct.
Toxic Plants
1. Philodendrons - these plants cause cramps, pain and swelling in cats.
2. Spathiphyllum – in cats and dogs can cause diarrhea, vomiting, loss of appetite and other ailments.
3. Kalanchoe – causes inflammation of the tongue, mucous membranes and other problems of the oral cavity.
4. Aloe – causes food poisoning.
5. Dieffenbachia - causes burns and breathing problems.
In addition, a number of side effects can be caused by geranium, as well as hydrangea, ficus, begonia and sansevieria.
