Why it has to be this way. 2

A 4-month-old girl who lost four toes after they were gnawed on by a family pet is out of the hospital but remains in the custody of Child Protective Services today.

Three of the baby's toes were completely off, and the fourth had to be removed, said spokesman. Authorities say the couple's 6-week-old puppy chewed off the baby's toes, although a ferret was also inside the house.

According to authorities, which animal bit the baby doesn't matter.

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