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Pets and plants can share a home peacefully. Eight plants on the ASPCA's non-toxic list.
If you live with cats or dogs, these are all on the ASPCA's list of plants that are non-toxic to them:
Non-toxic doesn't mean "snack." Chewing on any plant can still upset a pet's stomach, so keep favorites out of reach. When you're unsure about a plant, check the ASPCA list or ask your vet.
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