Tag: Pet Safety

Posted on 11/12/2023

Epipremnum Aureum & Philodendron: What Pet Owners Should Know About These Popular Houseplants

Unfortunately, plants and pets can't always coexist. Many plants have toxic qualities that can harm both animals and humans if ingested. Some of the most popular houseplants, such as epipremnum aureum or pothos, can pose a risk to cats and dogs if not kept well out of reach. To help you choose the best houseplants for your home,...

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Posted on 02/19/2023

Pet-friendly home: The best floors for dogs

If you’re a dog owner thinking about remodeling or...

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Posted on 11/13/2022

Umbrella Plants: Basic Care Tips to Know

Schefflera, also called umbrella plant, is a popular indoor tree. The plant gets its name from the whorl-like pattern of its leaves resembling the top of an umbrella. The vibrant, glossy foliage creates a dense canopy at heights up to six feet indoors. If you're interested in growing an umbrella plant at home, here are some basic tips:...

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Posted on 05/01/2022

ry These Trailing Plants for a Pet-Safe Alternative to Epipremnum Aureum

For some pet owners, hanging plants in baskets is not always enough to keep animals safe from eating them. Trailing plants such as epipremnum aureum and philodendron are beautiful and easy to care for, but toxic to cats and dogs if their vines hang down to nibbling height. Luckily, there are options for non-toxic trailing plants you can...

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Posted on 01/23/2022

What Type of Flooring is Best for Pets?

Photo by Zen Chung from Pexels When you have pets and are building a new home, you might want to take that into consideration when you choose the type of flooring for your home. All pets leave pet hair, scratches, dander and have accidents in the house. Some flooring types are hard to clean, and others scratch easily....

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Posted on 08/15/2021

Pet-Friendly Houseplant Alternatives to Monstera and Aloe

Photo by Sam Lion from Pexels Indoor plants have many benefits for humans, but can be dangerous for pets. Some of the most popular house plants can be toxic to cats and dogs. Keeping your pets healthy and safe is important, but it’s disappointing when your ideal houseplant won’t work in your home. Luckily, there are some comparable...

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Posted on 08/15/2021

Keeping houseplants can enrich our lives and beautify our homes. Unfortunately, many popular houseplants are toxic if ingested by your pets or fellow humans. To keep your furry friends and family safe it’s important to know which plants are safe to keep in your home. Here we’ll go over some of the best choices of pet-safe houseplants. Areca...

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