Unlike in China and Vietnam, where cat meat is considered a delicacy, South Koreans tend to prefer
dog over cat meat and primarily consume cat in the form of soups, stews or «health tonics» called goyangi soju (liquid cat).
They can be contracted in many ways, including raw
meat and fish (had sushi lately), polluted water (like open water triathlon swims), contaminated fruits and veggies (all
over the place), contact with pets (yes, including your beloved
cat or
dog), insect bites and travel outside of the country.