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When you have a pup thats a notorious nibbler, selectingpet-friendly plantsis a priority.
Fortunately, mostorchids arent toxic to catsor dogs.
However, taking steps to discourage your dog from devouring any plants in your home is a sensible precaution.
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Generally,indoor orchid careinvolves providing a warm, humid position out of direct sunlight.
Are Orchids Toxic to Dogs?
A big bonus of cultivating these fascinating flowers is that most orchids are not toxic to dogs.
The ASPCA lists the most popular orchid genus, Phalaenopsis, as non-toxic to dogs and cats.
Also, whileladys slipper orchids(Cypripedium spp.)
And its not just the plants themselves that can cause a problem.
However,fertilizing your orchidwith an organic, pet-safe solution, likefish emulsion, reduces this concern.
Tackling any underlying issues and protecting your plants keeps your pup and plants safe.
However, if they have eaten many plant stems or petals, watch closely for any concerning signs.
There are lots of orchid species to choose from.
While there are no reports of any being toxic to dogs, many rare orchids wont have been tested.
If you want to err on the side of caution, select an orchid from the Phalaenopsis genus.
Ingestion of even just a few seeds can lead to liver failure.
Fortunately, there are also many pet-friendly plant species to choose from.
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