Unusual Jobs: Exploring 10 Vanished Professions from History

9. Rat Catchers: Guardians Against Urban Pests

In the past, cities faced a significant challenge in controlling urban rat populations, which posed a serious threat due to disease transmission. Rat catchers were hired to combat this problem. Armed with traps, poisons, and trained animals (such as terrier dogs, also known as ratters), these individuals played a crucial role in protecting public health. Their work helped prevent the spread of disease by effectively reducing the rat population.

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