Our Top 5 Questions From Cat Parents in 2021
When it comes to pets, cats sure make us ponder some puzzling questions! We received dozens of questions from cat...
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We’re planning to get a kitten soon. I have a plant that I know is not safe for cats. I’ve owned it for years and it is one of my favourites, but I’m willing to replace it with something safe if I have to. Is it okay if I hang it from the ceiling, or keep it in a room the cat can’t access?
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To be able to answer your question, I’d really need to know what kind of plant it is. If it is something that cats like to chew on but that is worse for the plant than the cat (e.g., spider plant), hanging or sequestering it is fine; but if it is a lily, no way! This list tells you whether a plant is “just” irritating or whether it is deadly. https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/cats-plant-list Hopefully your favourite plant isn’t on it! If it is and you have to find it a new home, check out this list of pet-friendly plants: https://www.aspca.org/news/liven-your-space-these-pet-friendly-plants.