Cats are incredibly curious animals that don't stop at eating indoor plants. On the one hand, this is a great pity for the plant, on the other hand, there is a serious risk for the cat of poisoning itself. Protective measures are therefore urgently needed. You can find out what this could be in this article.
Not all plants are suitable as a treat for in between
Methods to keep cats away from indoor plants
prevent boredom
They are agile, always on their feet and always want to be kept busy. However, if masters or mistresses don't have time, they look for something to do themselves. Indoor plants with long, hanging shoots are the ideal toy for house tigers. Even better, however, are cat toys that are completely harmless to health. Offer your cat a wide range of alternatives, for example toys from specialist shops, balls of wool or styrofoam balls.
spoil the taste
When cats have a bad experience, they remember it well. By dripping tea tree oil on your houseplant, you create a bitter taste in the leaves. Your cat won't gnaw on it anytime soon. Tea tree oil is completely safe for both the plant and your pet.
cat grass
Cat grass is a houseplant specially designed for cats. The animals love to gnaw on the shoots, which form again after a short time. The high nutrient content also has a positive effect on your cat's coat and digestive health. Since the animals are downright addicted to the taste of the leaves, they ignore all other plants.
hanging plants
Indoor plants do not have to be on the windowsill as is so often the case. Many beautiful species also feel at home in the hanging basket. As long as the shoots do not climb to the ground, they are out of reach for the cat. This type of posture is also a visual enrichment.
These plants are poisonous to cats
- cyclamen
- aloes
- azaleas
- Philodendron
- birch fig
- dipladenia
- Dieffenbachia
- ferns
- geraniums
- window leaf
- Christmas star
- orchids
- holly
- yucca
- calla
Note: This list is far from complete. If you suspect poisoning, consult your veterinarian. One more visit to the doctor can save your cat's life. All the better if the suspicion is not confirmed.