SOLERA DIAMOND VALLEY | SEPTEMBER 2023 17
By Edith Reed, Resident
I recently received this newsletter from Veterinarian Dr. Marty
Goldstein which I'd like to share:
"Indoor air quality is oen worse than outdoor air quality,"
he says. "Between the unhealthy outside particles and pollution
getting trapped inside – and sometimes unavoidable things like
cleaning chemicals, the air quality in your house can actually be
unhealthy, which can seriously impact not just your own health –
but your pup's health too."
"Fortunately, a recent study found that plants can remove up
to 97 percent of harmful toxins from indoor air. ey can even
remove gasoline vapors. But, before you head to the nursery to
stock up on a few new houseplants – hold on. Some of the most
common house plants are actually toxic to your furry friend.
Here are five popular houseplants to avoid: Monstera, Jade plant,
Bird of Paradise, Fiddle Leaf Fig and Snake plant. ese might
help to purify your air, but if your pup tries to snack on one they
could end up with symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or
trouble swallowing. If you already have any of these plants in your
home, and your pup shows symptoms, contact your veterinarian
immediately."
"As for the non-toxic houseplants – there are actually lots of air-
purifying plants that don't pose any risk to your pup. Here are
some of my personal favorites: Parlor palm, Spider plant, Prayer
plant, Money tree, Venus fly trap."
Dr. Goldstein continues, "If your dog has a habit of munching
on your houseplants, they just might be feeling a little bored."
Indoor Plants That
Are Unhealthy For
Your Pup
