Ep. 33: Our Lovable, Dangerous Pets — An Exploration of Cat and Dog Injuries
Description
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Summary
This episode of the Rules of Thumb podcast discusses the injuries caused by cats and dogs and helps listeners decide whether to get a dog or a cat based on the injuries they are likely to cause. The episode explores the spectrum of injuries caused by household pets, focusing on bites and other orthopedic injuries. It compares dog bites and cat bites, highlighting the differences in the severity and infection rates. The episode also discusses the surprising number of injuries caused by walking dogs and emphasizes the need for caution. The main takeaways are that cat bite injuries have worse outcomes due to the risk of infection, and walking dogs can result in serious injuries.
Keywords
cat bites, dog bites, injuries, orthopedic injuries, infection, walking dogs, pet injuries
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:00 Dog Bites
04:25 Cat Bites
06:33 The Dangers of Walking Dogs
08:16 Considering the Downsides of Pet Ownership
09:14 Conclusion
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