Dog, Cat, and Pet Safe Plant Buying Guide
You can be a great parent to both plants and pets when you shop the pet friendly plant collection from BWH Plant Co. We’ve checked the ASPCA, PetMD, or AKC to help make sure that your new house plant is safe for cats, dogs, and other household pets.
If you’re worried about how the plants are grown, good news, each pet safe plant is grown in our greenhouse so we quality control the soil, sun, and growing conditions ensuring that the plants are grown in a way that we would feel comfortable having them in our homes and around our own pets.
Stuck trying to choose which pet safe plant will be best for your home? Try a bundle where we select three of our favorites and ship them directly to you. If you don’t need three, here are a few staff favorites to help you decide which one to buy.
Calathea
Calathea, also known as prayer plants, are pet-friendly houseplants known for their colorful, patterned leaves. They prefer bright, indirect light and high humidity, making them ideal for bathrooms or well-lit living spaces. The Calathea ‘Lancifolia’ (Rattlesnake Plant) is a favorite for its wavy, green leaves with deep purple undersides—and it’s a great cat-safe plant for tabletops or shelves.
Fern
Ferns are popular indoor plants that grow well in low to medium light and love humid conditions. Their soft, feathery foliage adds a lush, natural feel to any room, and they're safe for dogs that like to sniff around greenery. The Boston Fern is a classic variety that works well in hanging baskets or on plant stands out of reach from curious pets.
Hoya
Hoya plants are low-maintenance, vining houseplants with thick, waxy leaves that are less tempting for cats and dogs to nibble. Many varieties, like the Hoya Carnosa ‘Compacta’, also produce fragrant, star-shaped flowers when mature. Train them to climb or trail, and you’ll have a beautiful, pet-safe plant that keeps growing with minimal fuss.
Peperomia
Peperomia are compact, easy-care houseplants with a wide range of leaf shapes, textures, and colors. They thrive in bright, indirect light and don't need frequent watering—making them ideal for pet parents who want something low-effort but still visually fun. The Peperomia ‘Obtusifolia’, or baby rubber plant, has thick, glossy leaves and is a popular choice for cat- and dog-friendly homes.
