For Pet Parents: Every classification on this page comes from the ASPCA toxic and non-toxic plant database, checked against it entry by entry. Two things it says that are worth repeating: "non-toxic" means not poisonous, not edible, and the ASPCA notes that eating any plant material can upset a cat or dog's stomach. Where a plant is toxic to one species and not the other, we say which. We are florists, not vets, so if your pet has eaten something, call your vet or the ASPCA Poison Control line on (888) 426-4435 rather than relying on a table.
100% Pet-Safe Flowers (ASPCA Verified)
| Flower | Notes |
|---|---|
| Roses | ✓ 100% Safe True roses only (not Desert Rose or Christmas Rose). Remove thorns. |
| Sunflowers | ✓ 100% Safe Bright, long-lasting, and completely non-toxic. |
| Gerbera Daisies | ✓ 100% Safe Colorful, cheerful, fully pet-safe. |
| Orchids (Phalaenopsis) | ✓ 100% Safe Elegant and safe for both cats & dogs. |
| Snapdragons | ✓ 100% Safe Safe and come in many colours. |
| Asters | ✓ 100% Safe Non-toxic and soft-looking filler option. |
| Zinnias | ✓ 100% Safe Hardy, long-lasting, fully pet-safe. |
| Baby's Breath | ✓ 100% Safe Listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs (Gypsophila elegans). Mild vomiting or diarrhoea is still possible if a pet eats a quantity of it. |
| Marigolds | Depends on the species Pot marigold (Calendula officinalis) is listed as non-toxic. Garden marigolds sold as Tagetes are a different genus and are not covered by that entry, so we do not treat "marigold" as a safe label on its own. |
Filler Greens
Greenery is where pet-safe bouquets usually come undone, and the ASPCA database covers fewer of these than you would hope:
- Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) - listed non-toxic to cats and dogs
- Asparagus Fern (Asparagus densiflorus) - listed toxic. Looks close enough to Boston fern to be mistaken for it, which is exactly how it ends up in a bouquet
- Eucalyptus - listed toxic to cats and dogs (salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, depression, weakness). We leave it out of pet-home arrangements rather than using it sparingly
- Ruscus, leatherleaf fern, lemon leaf (salal) - not listed either way in the ASPCA database. We treat unlisted greenery as unproven rather than safe, and keep it out of pet-home bouquets
Toxic to Both Cats & Dogs (AVOID These)
| Flower | Toxic Effect |
|---|---|
| Lilies (all true lilies) | TOXIC TO CATS Kidney failure in cats, from pollen or vase water alone. The ASPCA lists true lilies (Lilium spp.) as non-toxic to dogs, so this is a cat emergency specifically, not a general one. |
| Tulips / Daffodils | TOXIC Contain toxic alkaloids. |
| Chrysanthemums | TOXIC Contain pyrethrins (neurotoxic). |
| Azaleas / Rhododendrons | TOXIC Can cause severe vomiting, heart issues. |
| Hydrangeas | TOXIC Cyanogenic glycosides. |
| Peonies | TOXIC GI upset. |
| Carnations | TOXIC Mild irritation to cats and dogs. |
| Poinsettias / Sago Palm / Ivy | TOXIC Dangerous; avoid in any pet home. |
Order Pet-Safe Flowers
Both of the ranges we stock from the safe list above are available now: rose bouquets and sunflower bouquets. Avoid our lily arrangements if there is a cat in the house. For a pet birthday, a gotcha day or an adoption anniversary, our pet birthday and celebration flowers page pulls both safe ranges into one place.
CocoFlora specializes in pet-safe arrangements! Mention "pet-safe bouquet" when ordering via WhatsApp: +65 8885 8773
References
ASPCA Poison Control: aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants
Pet Poison Helpline: Available 24/7 for pet poisoning emergencies