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Cats love to dig in the earth in household potted plants – and much to your dismay you may find them using it as a litter box. But a more serious issue is that cats like to nibble on household plants, many of which are toxic to cats.
The “Danger List” is so long (it’s in “The Cat Bible,” if you’re curious) – and cats are naturally drawn to greenery – that the only way to be really safe is to make sure that you designate your potted plants as “off limits” to your cats.
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Your cat can’t resist them. So leafy, so luscious, your indoor plants make a lovely lunch. But nibbling on leaves and buds can be bad news for her health. Many common houseplants and flowers can actually be toxic to kitties.
Lucky for your feline gourmand, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center site keeps a whole list of toxic and non-toxic plants online. Visit it for the lowdown on specific plants and flowers. Or, if you think your kitty’s already been snacking in the greenhouse, call the hotline at 1-888-426-4435. They’re open when you need them, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – a $60 fee may apply.
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Cats love to dig in the earth in household potted plants – and much to your dismay you may find them using it as a litter box. But a more serious issue is that cats like to nibble on household plants, many of which are toxic to cats. The “Danger List” is so long (it’s in “The Cat Bible,” if you’re curious) – and cats are naturally drawn to greenery – that the only way to be really safe is to make sure that you designate your potted plants as “off limits” to your cats. |
