18 Best Pet-Friendly Plants That Are Safe for Cats and Dogs
Take good care of your furry friends!
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There are plenty of things that make a house a home but if you ask us, two of the big ones are pets and indoor plants! Each one adds so much to your space and to your life in general. The only issue is making sure that the houseplants you choose to bring into your home are non-toxic for your furry friends like cats or dogs.
To help you find plants that are safe for you and your pet, we've rounded up the best pet-friendly plants. There's something for everyone here, whether you have a green thumb or just getting your start as a cat or dog owner. You'll find everything from dramatic, tall plants that would make a statement in any space to tiny succulents that will add interest to your window sill or side table. There are also a couple plant bundles and subscription plants that would make great gifts for plant lovers and gifts for animal lovers! Can't decide on just one plant? Surprise your furry friend—and yourself!—with a subscription from Lively Root for pet-friendly plants. Every three months, you'll receive a new pet-friendly plant in its own pot. Or spring for The Sill's Pet-Friendly Bundle, which includes a parlor palm and peperomia obtusifolia—enough to get your own little indoor garden started!
No matter which plant you choose, you can rest easy knowing that your furry friend can take a sniff—or even a nibble!—and scamper off totally safe.
Spider Plant
No green thumb? No problem. The spider plant can survive in many light, moisture, and soil conditions. And not only is it non-toxic for pets, but it will also help purify the air in your home.
Parlor Palm
If you love palms but don't have room for a big one, the pet-friendly parlor palm will be perfect for you. Put it on your nightstand or a windowsill for added beauty.
Gloxinia
Looking for a plant that will add a splash of color to your space? Try a flowering gloxinia. Its purple, pink, red, or blue blooms are safe for cats and dogs—and absolutely stunning to boot!
Friendship Plant
Be a good friend to your pet by buying an adorable friendship plants! This dog and cat-friendly cutie thrives in high humidity and moderate to bright, indirect light.
Herbs
If your pet can't resist snacking on your plants, you might as well get some that taste good! Herbs like basil, rosemary, or thyme are safe for your pet, and you enjoyable for you!
Baby's Tears
This one may be called baby's tears but there won't be any tears for your pet! Be sure to water this one regularly and place it in an area with filtered light.
The prayer plant's patterned leaves are beautiful and unique. Most importantly, they're safe for cats and dogs!
Cat Grass
The proof is right there in the name with this one! Not only is it safe for your feline friend, but it's also a tasty treat for them.
This easy to care for plant grows beautiful blooms in a range of colors, not just violet. They thrive in warm temperatures and indirect light.
This accent plant can grow up to eight feet tall, but no matter how high or low it is to the ground, it's 100 percent safe for your furry friends.
Ponytail Palm
We love a plant with good hair! All jokes aside: at under two feet, this one is the perfect size to perch on a side table.
This large plant will make a statement in any room, while also being totally safe for your pets to take a sniff or even a nibble of!
Chinese Money Plant
This trendy plant is also known as a pancake plant or UFO plant for the shape of its circular leaves. It's also considered non-toxic to cats and dogs and it likes a lot of indirect light.
The money tree is known for bringing good luck and prosperity, but did you know that it's also pet-friendly and air-purifying? This plant has got it all!
This colorful plant is a member of the pepper family. It's sure to add spice and everything nice to your space!
This non-toxic succulent is perfect for pet owners and beginner green thumbs alike. You only have to water it when the soil is completely dry, typically every one to two weeks.
This pretty pink flowering plant will add a pop of color to your indoor garden. Mist this one regularly and place it in bright indirect light.
Also known as zebra plants, calathea plants fit right into pet-friendly homes and add a nice tropical touch.
Tierney McAfee is a freelance writer and Country Living and The Pioneer Woman contributor who covers entertainment, holiday & entertaining, food & drinks, design ideas, DIY, and more.
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