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Safe Sniffs | Tips to Keep Your Yard Pet-Friendly

24 Jul 2026 · 5 min

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Does your pet love to stop and smell the flowers? Take another look at your landscaping to make sure it’s pet safe. Dozens of common plants are poisonous to cats and dogs, so we’re sharing three easy ways to make your yard paw-proof, including which plants to dig up and why you should rethink garden sprays and say no to cocoa mulch. To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. And don’t forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks to help make your life a little easier — and happier!

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Today's Tips from AARP

AARP · Learning · English

Do you love learning practical new ways to help improve your life? Join AARP as we dish out tips to make the most of your health, money and happiness – all in five minutes or less. We’re sharing the latest life hacks, insights and innovations on everything from better sleep to affordable exercise. W

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