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Are dogs' mouths really cleaner than humans'?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the cleanliness of dogs' mouths compared to humans' mouths, with some participants extending the conversation to compare dogs' mouths to cats' mouths as well. The scope includes informal observations and humorous anecdotes rather than scientific analysis.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants express disgust regarding the cleanliness of dogs' mouths, with one stating "EEEEEEWWWWWWWWWWW!"
- There is a humorous inquiry about whether dogs' mouths are cleaner than cats', suggesting a comparative angle.
- Participants share anecdotes about the gross things dogs eat, including frozen cat feces and fresh diarrhea from a goat, which may imply a view on the hygiene of dogs.
- One participant humorously notes that the cleanliness could depend on the type of bacteria involved, mentioning Eikenella and Pasteurella in the context of bite wounds.
- Another participant adds a humorous twist by questioning the cleanliness of a dog’s mouth if it has a cat in it.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
The discussion does not reach a consensus on whether dogs' mouths are cleaner than humans' or cats'. Multiple competing views and humorous anecdotes remain without resolution.
Contextual Notes
The discussion lacks scientific evidence or definitions regarding what constitutes "cleaner," and relies heavily on personal anecdotes and humor.
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neutrino
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Now to the next obvious question: Are dogs' mouths cleaner than cats'?
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shmoe
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Winter is a great time for dogs, frozen cat poopsicles are a special treat. This is relatively tame on the 'gross things dogs eat" scale though.
The second grossest thing I've seen a dog eat is fresh diarrhea off the ground from a baby goat. The grossest thing is when the dog decided to get it fresher straight from the source and headed for the goat.
The second grossest thing I've seen a dog eat is fresh diarrhea off the ground from a baby goat. The grossest thing is when the dog decided to get it fresher straight from the source and headed for the goat.
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Evo
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shmoe said:
Yes, my dogs love snacking in the cat box and vomit is a special treat.- #5
Curious3141
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Depends on whether you'd rather have a bite wound infection with Eikenella or Pasteurella. 
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TuviaDaCat
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if the dog has a cat in his mouth...neutrino said: