Three Indoor Plants That Are Dangerous For Your New Cat

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When you don't have pets, you don't need to worry about the types of indoor plants that you use to decorate your home. However, when you decide to get a cat, you need to worry that your curious new friend will ingest your house plants. These plants need to be removed before you get your cat. Here are three indoor plants that are dangerous for your new cat.

Aloe

You may have a container of aloe growing on your kitchen counter. While this plant can help provide relief from minor burns you suffer while you're cooking, it can also poison your cat. Since you probably won't be able to keep your cat from jumping onto your counter, your aloe plant needs to go.

If your cat nibbles on your aloe plant, they can suffer from stomach problems, including diarrhea and vomiting. Cats who've ingested aloe may also lose their appetites and seem depressed. Tremors are another clue that a cat has ingested aloe.

Corn plants

Corn plants, also known as dragon trees or ribbon plants, are another indoor plant that can pose problems for your new cat. This plant contains saponins, the same toxic compound that's found in aloe, so it's no wonder that corn plants are similarly dangerous.

If your cat eats part of your corn plant, they may vomit. This vomit can even contain blood, which is scary for any cat owner to see. Affected cats can also develop dilated pupils or start drooling in addition to seeming depressed.

Jade plants

Jade plants are also called dwarf rubber plants, and they're houseplants that look like miniature trees. While these plants are attractive, you need to get rid of them before your cat arrives. All parts of these plants, including the flowers and the leaves, are considered toxic to cats.

The toxin within these plants hasn't been identified, but the plant is known to be toxic to cats. When cats ingest any part of it, they can become depressed and lethargic, and they may even stop eating. Vomiting and a lack of coordination are also possible signs of jade plant poisoning. In rare cases, your cat's heart rate can even become slowed due to the toxins!

Cats can be poisoned by many common houseplants, including aloe, corn plants, and jade plants, so make sure to get rid of these plants before you bring your new cat home. If your cat eats any toxic plants, make sure to take them to a vet right away. For more information, contact local professionals like Mid Cape Pet and Seed Supply, Inc.

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2 November 2016