Keep toxic plants out of your dog's reach.
It's common knowledge that plants such as poison ivy and nightshade can be toxic to humans and animals alike. Even plants that are safe for humans, however, may not be safe for your pets. Before moving a new dog into your home or buying a new houseplant, check with a reputable source such as the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to make sure it's not going to cause your pet harm.
Fruits
Many fruits eaten by humans can pose a serious threat to dogs. The pits of apples, apricots, peaches and pears contain cyanide and can result in sickness or fatality if consumed by your dog. Look for symptoms such as redness in the eyes, panting and difficulty breathing. The fruits from avocado, lemon, lime, orange and grapefruit trees may not prove fatal, but can cause diarrhea, vomiting and dehydration.
Flowering Plants
Dozens of flowering plant varieties cause a variety of symptoms when ingested by dogs. Examples include periwinkle, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, coma or death. A dog that ingests peace lily may suffer from difficulty swallowing and increased drooling. Lady of the night causes tremors and seizures lasting for several days, as well as a general lack of coordination. Symptoms may also vary depending on which part of the plant your dog eats. For example, eating the bulb of a daffodil can cause irregularities in heartbeat and convulsions. Given the variety of possible symptoms, it's best to keep all flowering plants out of your dog's reach.
Herbs
Herbs work well as houseplants as they don't require much space to grow, many common herbs are toxic to dogs. Garlic, for example, causes irritations in the stomach resulting in vomiting and diarrhea. Parsley causes sensitivity to bright lights.
Leaves
The leaves of several common houseplants can not only cause problems when ingested, but may also create negative effects by simply contacting your dog's skin. The oils found on chamomile and fig leaves, for example, cause irritable rashes, in addition to vomiting, diarrhea, depression or increased salivation.
Medicinal Plants
Houseplants grown for their herbal medicinal properties can prove troublesome if ingested by dogs. In addition to the aforementioned chamomile, eucalyptus and aloe also have toxic properties. Ingesting eucalyptus may cause weakness, depression and diarrhea. Aloe can cause symptoms ranging from discolored urine, tremors, depression and anorexia.
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