Told that your cuddly indoor cat is completely harmless and that a little nip from kitty is nothing to worry about? Think again! 

Today on our weekly pet segment, we’re looking at why cat teeth act like hypodermic needles, sealing dangerous bacteria deep beneath your skin and causing nasty infections in up to half of all bite cases. Why are indoor cats just as capable of sending you to the hospital as outdoor roamers, and what warning signs mean you need medical help immediately? Joining Brent is our resident vet, Dr. Andrew Cornwell from the Cardiff and Cameron Park veterinary hospitals, to break down the science of cat bites.


The "Hypodermic Needle" Effect: Why slender, needle-like cat teeth push bacteria deep into tissue and joints rather than letting a wound bleed cleanly out.


The 50% Infection Rate: Unpacking Pasteurella and other native bacteria that cause rapid swelling, intense redness, and throbbing pain within hours.


Indoor vs. Outdoor Risks: Dispelling the myth that strictly indoor cats are risk-free when it comes to deep punctures and pathogen transmission.


First Aid & Red Flags: Knowing how to clean a puncture wound at home and when a swollen bite means you need to head straight to the emergency department.

If you are a cat owner who wants to keep playtime safe and know what to do if things go wrong, this is an absolute must-listen.

Told that your cuddly indoor cat is completely harmless and that a little nip from kitty is nothing to worry about? Think again!&nbsp;
Today on our weekly pet segment, we&rsquo;re looking at why cat teeth act like hypodermic needles, sealing dangerous bacteria deep beneath your skin and causing nasty infections in up to half of all bite cases. Why are indoor cats just as capable of sending you to the hospital as outdoor roamers, and what warning signs mean you need medical help immediately? Joining Brent is our resident vet,&nbsp;Dr. Andrew Cornwell from the Cardiff and Cameron Park veterinary hospitals, to break down the science of cat bites.
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The "Hypodermic Needle" Effect: Why slender, needle-like cat teeth push bacteria deep into tissue and joints rather than letting a wound bleed cleanly out.
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The 50% Infection Rate: Unpacking Pasteurella and other native bacteria that cause rapid swelling, intense redness, and throbbing pain within hours.
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Indoor vs. Outdoor Risks: Dispelling the myth that strictly indoor cats are risk-free when it comes to deep punctures and pathogen transmission.
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First Aid &amp; Red Flags: Knowing how to clean a puncture wound at home and when a swollen bite means you need to head straight to the emergency department.
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If you are a cat owner who wants to keep playtime safe and know what to do if things go wrong, this is an absolute must-listen.

Join Brent Bultitude every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.

Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

Join&nbsp;Brent Bultitude&nbsp;every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.
Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

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Brent&rsquo;s Business background and personality are fundamental to asking the right people the right questions with interviews, the latest news, quizzes, music and your calls on 13 12 69. Plus Brent interviews many more people that are going to tell us what&rsquo;s going from stories in the news to the things you care about.