Pet safety
Is Boston Fern 'Dallas' toxic to dogs?
Nephrolepis exaltata 'Dallas'
No — boston fern 'dallas' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Boston fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) appears on the ASPCA non-toxic plant list and contains no insoluble calcium oxalates or other toxic principle; the 'Dallas' cultivar shares this status. Eating large amounts may cause mild, transient stomach upset from fibre, not poisoning.
Is boston fern 'dallas' toxic to dogs? — FAQ
Is boston fern 'dallas' toxic to dogs?
No — boston fern 'dallas' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to dogs. It is a sensible choice for a home with a dog; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Boston fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) appears on the ASPCA non-toxic plant list and contains no insoluble calcium oxalates or other toxic principle; the 'Dallas' cultivar shares this status. Eating large amounts may cause mild, transient stomach upset from fibre, not poisoning.
Is boston fern 'dallas' safe for dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists boston fern 'dallas' as non-toxic to dogs and dogs. A dog that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.
Is boston fern 'dallas' toxic to cats too?
The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Boston Fern 'Dallas' is non-toxic to cats as well. See the full boston fern 'dallas' pet-safety guide for both species.
What other plants are safe for dogs?
Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a dog home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best dogs-safe plants list to check more before you buy.
Full boston fern 'dallas' pet-safety
- Is boston fern 'dallas' toxic to cats and dogs? — the full guide for both pets
- Is boston fern 'dallas' toxic to cats?
- Best dogs-safe plants — the full ASPCA non-toxic list
- Complete boston fern 'dallas' care guide