Cats and houseplants often share the same rooms, so it helps to know which plants suit a home with cats. In the UAE, where so much greenery is kept indoors, it is worth a few minutes.
Remove these
Houseplants to Keep Out of Reach
Some of the most popular indoor plants in the UAE are better kept where your cat cannot reach them. Here are the ones to know, with cat-safe swaps below.
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Lilies
Even a small amount, including pollen or water from the vase, can cause kidney failure in cats. If your cat has touched one, call your vet straight away. Orchids and roses make lovely alternatives. -
Pothos (Devil's Ivy)
Contains calcium oxalate crystals that irritate the mouth and throat. -
Philodendron
A close relative of pothos, with the same crystals. -
Aloe Vera
Can cause vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy. -
Snake Plant
Mildly toxic. Can cause nausea and vomiting if chewed.
Keep these
Cat-Safe Alternatives
You can keep your greenery. The plants below are non-toxic to cats and do well in UAE homes, and cat grass is grown for your cat to nibble.
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Spider Plant
Non-toxic to cats and easy to grow indoors. -
Boston Fern
Non-toxic, lush, and happy in humid rooms. -
Areca Palm
Non-toxic, with a tropical look. -
Calathea
Non-toxic, with beautiful leaf patterns. -
Cat Grass
Grown for cats to nibble, and helps with hairballs.
Practical steps
Making Your Home Cat-Safe
Think about placement
Cats can reach most shelves, so keep plants you are unsure about in a room your cat does not use.
Know when to call your vet
Drooling or vomiting after time near a plant is worth a call to your vet, who can tell you what to do next.
Offer a safe alternative
Keep a fresh box of cat grass within reach, so your cat has a plant of its own to nibble.
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