Cat and dog safe plants: the definitive selection
Green at home without risks to your pets.
Updated on 2026-07-17 · 5 min
Living with pets does not mean giving up plants. Here are the most beautiful and resilient non-toxic plants, cross-checked against ASPCA safety data.
The top pet-friendly
Calathea (all varieties), Peperomia, Boston Fern, Areca Palm, Parlor Palm, String of Hearts, Fittonia, Hoya Kerrii, Prayer Plant.
To avoid
Monstera, Pothos, Philodendron, Sansevieria, Ficus, Dieffenbachia, Aloe, Sago Palm — all toxic in varying degrees.
How to protect plants from curious cats
Hanging pots, high shelves, natural sprays (citrus, vinegar) diluted on soil and leaves are naturally disliked by cats.