General questions
1. What is smallpetsafeplants.com?
Smallpetsafeplants.com provides accurate lists of non-toxic houseplants that will not harm rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and other small animals. As such, it aims to assist pet owners in creating a green environment at home without harming their pets.
2. Are all of the plants listed on this site 100% safe for my pet?
The majority of houseplants we list as being safe for your pet are commonly accepted by veterinarians as being nontoxic (according to ASPCA), but remember that each animal is unique; therefore, it is recommended to always supervise your pet when introducing new plants into their environment and consult with your veterinarian if you suspect toxicity.
3. Which small pets do you cover in your guide?
Our guide focuses primarily on rabbits (our largest category), guinea pigs, hamsters, and other small rodents. Additionally, there may be limited information available regarding birds and other herbivorous pets.
Rabbit specific questions
4. Can rabbits eat houseplants?
While certain houseplants are safe for rabbits to eat and can serve as healthy chew alternatives, many common houseplants (such as lily varieties, pothos, and philodendron) are toxic to rabbits. Always verify the plant’s safety through our safe list before allowing your rabbit to ingest or consume the leaves.
5. What are some of the best beginner-rabbit safe plant options?
We highly recommend using the following plants as a starting point for any beginner looking to safely grow houseplants around their rabbits:
*spider plant
*boston fern
*areca palm
*prayer plant
*Cat Grass (also safe for rabbits)
All of these options are relatively easy to maintain and are known to be non-toxic to rabbits.
Pet safety & health
7. What should I do in case my pet has eaten a toxic plant?
Remove the plant and call a pet poison hotline or talk with a vet as soon as possible. Timing is everything.
8. How can I keep my home pet-proofed? Remove all toxic plants (keep plants in hanging containers/planters) or get rid of them.
Provide pet-safe alternatives for your pet to chew. Check our “Toxic Plant” page frequently.
9. Do you add new plants to your list?
We always have new additions to our plant lists based on the most recent veterinary research. Practical questions
10. Do you sell plants?
No. We link to places that sell plants safely, so you can go there.
11. Are the lists for any other types of pets?
The majority of these plants are listed for small herbivorous animals. However, before allowing any type of animal to ingest the leaves off of a plant; check with your vet about your dog or cat. All animals are different when it comes to toxicity.
12. Is the information provided here accurate?
This information was compiled by reputable resources. The information is intended to be an educational resource, not to replace the advice from your veterinarian.
