No pet can compare with a cat when it comes to catching rodents. Thanks to her dexterity, graceful physique and natural instinct, she is an excellent hunter. But do not immediately rush and start a pet, if you can not see the rescue from rats. These rodents are serious in size and can easily fight back, and not all cats are rat-catchers. Among domestic cats, there are many who don’t have a clue what to do with the mouse that is under their nose. Therefore, before making the right choice, you should better learn about the breeds that are really capable of fighting rodents.
Indestructible enemies
Rats in adulthood are rather large, so sometimes they dare to attack people, which is very dangerous. Their bite can cause a serious infection in a person, and food spoilage in the kitchen can cause food poisoning. Rat saliva remains on food and easily enters the human body. Not surprisingly, these noxious rodents killed more people than soldiers died in all wars.
Humanity has long been preoccupied with the question of the destruction of numerous rats. To this end, various poisons, sophisticated traps and even ultrasound scare are used. But ongoing measures to reduce the population of rats do not always give a positive result.
How to choose a rat hunter
Domestic thoroughbred cats accustomed to comfort do not always succeed in exterminating rodents. Cat-catchers, picked up on the street, cope much better with this business. Street habits and real natural instincts do their job.
Another point worth paying attention to is the sex of the animal. Typically, cats produce more agile and brave rat-catchers than cats. They love and know how to hunt. Cat moms from birth accustom their offspring to this, teaching certain skills. The constitution of the Pied Piper also plays an important role. When choosing a kitten, preference should be given to that which is stronger and bigger.
There are certain signs by which rat-catchers are determined. The appearance of such an animal can tell how successful it is in rodent hunting. Usually they are small in size, but with a long tail resembling the letter G. Due to the wide and short legs such a cat looks quite strong. A long mustache allows you to concentrate, and a powerful jaw with fangs allows you to instantly grab the victim. The triangular shape of the head, the large size of the ears, on the ends of which there are small tassels - all this suggests that we have cat-rats (the breed, photo and description of some of them are presented in this article).
How to raise a Pied Piper kitten
If you plan to take a kitten from the street, then first you need to give him time to get acquainted and make friends with the future owner. You can do this by feeding the homeless and accustoming him with his benevolent behavior. Only after the establishment of contact between the animal and man is it possible to “move” the kitten to a new home.
If the kitten got as a gift, then accustoming to catching rats should be started as early as possible, forming the necessary skills. At the same time, the stay of the baby with the mother should not exceed 6 months.
There are several different tricks with which the owners of the Pied Piper help the pets to tune in the right way before the hunt. So, for example, a hungry predator is more likely to find prey than well-fed.
Along with non-pedigree cats, there are also "titled" cats that no less successfully cope with the functions of the rat-catcher.
British hunter
One of the thoroughbred representatives of rodent hunters is a short-haired Briton. The noble appearance of a cat makes him particularly attractive. They are also decent neat, but very friendly and calm. The cat is unlikely to attack large prey, but it can easily cope with mice.
Kimr handsome
This breed is known for its unusual appearance. Fluffy hair and a short tail can have several colors. Fidelity and excellent health make Kimra a good friend, and speed and sharpness - an excellent Pied Piper. The only thing you should pay attention to when starting a kimrik is space. Cats of this breed are very fond of freedom of movement, and a private house is ideal for them.
Kuril defender
The famous Kurilian bobtail, despite their pretty cute appearance, are magnificent cat-catchers. They are aggressive towards attackers, are able to repel even the invasion of dogs in the territory they guard, and even rodents are killed mercilessly. Bobtails also love a lot of space to play enough. Moreover, they are well trained and not at all afraid of water.
Majestic Maine Coon
These cat-catchers are one of the largest breed. But behind this harsh appearance lies a sweet, gentle creature that can hum with a purr under the owner’s ear. Maine-coon is smart, so he is very selective for strangers. This is a strong, playful hunter with a lightning reaction. And his powerful graceful body leaves no chance for rodents.
Independent Pied Piper
Representatives of the Russian blue breed are Pied Piper cats, who prefer detachment and freedom. Usually they give their heart to only one permanent owner. The beauty and grace of Russian cats does not prevent them from being high-class hunters of rats and mice.
True hunter
Siberian Pied Piper is a breed, the description of which is noted primarily by its powerful rounded paws with sharp claws, helping in the extermination of rodents. Such cats prefer a solitary or even detached lifestyle. They are distinguished by a calm and balanced character.
Sports French
Chartrez cats have a beautiful athletic physique, which helps them a lot in catching rodents. Pets are very affectionate and domestic, they miss in the absence of their owners. To avoid this, it is enough to make Chartreza a thoroughbred friend or girlfriend. Then all mice are guaranteed to leave the house forever.
Having become acquainted with such diverse breeds of Pied Piper cats, it is quite possible to find a suitable pet for yourself and at the same time get rid of annoying rodents.