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No, polka dot plants are non-toxic to dogs.  The polka dot plant belongs to the Acanthaceae family, under the Hypoestes genus. Native to Southeast Asia, South Africa, and Madagascar, this plant is also called baby’s tears, freckle face, and measles plant. It is well-known for its leaves that come with uneven spots of colours. Popular… Continue reading Are Polka Dot Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Some umbrella plants are toxic to dogs.  Wikipedia states that there are six unrelated plant species named umbrella plants. These are: Cyperus alternifolius (umbrella papyrus), Darmera peltata (Indian rhubarb), Diphylleia cymosa (umbrella leaf), Eriogonum longifolium var. harperi (Harper’s umbrella plant), Podophyllum peltatum (American Mayapple), and Schefflera arboricola (dwarf umbrella or umbrella tree). Depending on the… Continue reading Are Umbrella Plants Toxic to Dogs?

No, cucumber plants are not toxic to dogs. Cucumber is a type of creeping vine plant that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. It bears edible, cylindrical fruits. These can be served to dogs freshly sliced or plainly cooked. Pickled cucumbers, however, are not recommended for dogs as they contain brine, sugar, vinegar, and other potentially… Continue reading Are Cucumber Plants Toxic to Dogs?

No, money plants are not poisonous to dogs. Pachira aquatica is a member of the Malvaceae family. Aside from money plant or money tree, it also goes by many names. These include French peanut, Guiana chestnut, Malabar chestnut, monguba, provision tree, pumpo, and Saba nut. This tropical wetland plant is native to Central and South… Continue reading Are Money Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Some pepper plants are toxic to dogs.  Capsicum is a flowering plant that bears pepper fruits. It is a member of the family Solanaceae, which are closely related to tomatoes and eggplants. Capsicum comes in a wide assortment of sizes, colours, and piquance. All of these are good for human consumption, but the same cannot… Continue reading Are Pepper Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Yes, dracaena plants are toxic to dogs.  Dracaena is a plant genus belonging to the family Asparagaceae. It has about 120 species of succulent shrubs and trees. These plants are native to Africa, Asia, Australia, and Central America. Popular varieties include corn plant (Dracaena Fragrans), lucky bamboo (Dracaena Sanderiana), mother in law’s tongue (Dracaena Trifasciata),… Continue reading Are Dracaena Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Yes, croton plants are mildly toxic to dogs.  A member of the family Euphorbiaceae, croton plants are also commonly known as fire croton, garden croton, and variegated croton. The tropical plant is native to countries such as Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, as well as islands in the western Pacific Ocean. The shrub stands out due to… Continue reading Are Croton Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Some garden plant varieties are toxic to dogs. Garden plants can range from ornamental plants to fruit or flower-bearing species. They can be grown because of their aesthetic appearance, culinary benefit, or medicinal purpose. It all depends on what the homeowner chooses to plant in his property and his intention for doing so.  Pet owners… Continue reading Are Garden Plants Toxic to Dogs?

No, calathea plants are not toxic to dogs. Popular potted plants, calatheas are known for their beautiful patterned leaves and colourful inflorescences. They belong to the Marantaceae family, and have about 60 species. Just like prayer plants, the bright-hued leaves of calatheas fold up in the night. They slowly unfurl in search of sunlight in… Continue reading Are Calathea Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Yes, fiddle leaf plants are mildly toxic to dogs.  Native to West Africa, fiddle leaf or fiddle leaf fig plant is a flowering and fruit-bearing species from the Moraceae family. Its lush leaves are said to resemble a fiddle or lyre, hence the scientific name Ficus lyrata.  Though this type of tropical plant is quite… Continue reading Are Fiddle Leaf Plants Toxic to Dogs?

No, air plants are not toxic to dogs. Air plants or Tillandsia are unique plants that can grow without being planted in soil. They come from the Bromeliaceae family, and have about 650 different species. Originally found in forests, deserts, and mountains in the North American region, air plants have successfully crossed over to households… Continue reading Are Air Plants Toxic to Dogs?

No, strawberry plants are not poisonous to dogs. Strawberries are sweet, juicy fruits that dogs can eat. They can be grown in most gardens with well-drained sandy loam soil. Similar to its fruits, strawberry plants are also safe for dogs and cats. Because of its non-toxic nature, they can be grown by canine owners inside… Continue reading Are Strawberry Plants Toxic to Dogs?