These 8 Job Titles Are Real Jobs That Are Held By Cats
Some cats are doing a lot more than napping in sunbeams. Across the world, a few of them have real jobs, complete with titles, duties, and in some cases, tiny uniforms.
From brewery patrol to bookstore security, these cats have found themselves in roles that help businesses, comfort people, and keep pests in check. Some are adored by customers, some are local legends, and some are basically the unofficial bosses of the place.
Here are eight real cats with surprisingly official careers, and a few of them are more qualified than most humans.
1. Rodent Control at The Brewery: Venkmon, Ray, Egon, and Gozer
Empirical Brewery in Chicago noticed that their grain was being eaten by rodents and insects, and they had to solve this problem quickly. So, what did they do? They, of course, brought in the rodent squad! They are four cats who get to stroll around the 8,000-square-foot brewery and look for anything they can catch.
They receive remuneration in the form of delicious meals and shelter. What a sweet deal for the kitties! Another cool thing is that three of them are even named after the movie Ghostbusters.
That is one very fluffy pest control team.
2. The Bookstore Guard Cat: Page
Page is as cranky as any librarian, but she takes her job very seriously. She lives in a bookstore in Charlotte, NC, and was found as a stray on the streets.
She was adopted and even given her own Facebook page that reads, "I help guard book buyers and love receiving your adoration (from afar)." The owners, however, warn book buyers that she doesn't have the best people skills, but she will keep them and the books safe.
3. Senior Pest Controller at Huddersfield Railway Station: Felix
Felix has been working at the station for five years. His hard work and determination paid off, and he got promoted to Senior Pest Controller! He even received his own name tag and a neon vest to go with it. He is a mouse-catching master and apparently loves filling in at the ticket station and chatting with travelers.
Felix clearly takes the title seriously.
Also, remember the cats who would turn office life into chaos, sending your boss to therapy.
4. The One-Eyed Grocery Store Greeter: Diesel
A local family in New Zealand has a one-eyed cat named Diesel, and he never seems to be at home. Why? Because he is at his local grocery store working, of course! He loves his customers as they give him all the cuddles he asks for and sometimes nibble on scraps that come his way. Diesel is so integrated into the place that the staff even bought him his own food bowl and bed. Thanks to his great customer service skills, he now has his very own spot where he can observe everything and anything.
5. The Mayor of Talkeetna, Alaska: Stubbs
Yes, believe it or not, Stubbs, a tailless cat, was elected mayor over 20 years ago and is still going strong! Because she is so unique, she attracts a lot of tourists to the small town, which in turn boosts their little economy through the roof. We hope she has many more successful years!
Not every town can say its mayor has whiskers.
6. The CEO of a Bookshop: Catsby
Another kitty in charge of a bookstore, but the only difference is that Catsby actually likes people, especially the snuggles he receives daily. This has led the team at the Second Edition Book Shop in Florida to appoint him CEO. He is now enjoying his golden years as the best manager and snuggler.
7. The Therapy Cat: Thula
Everyone has heard of therapy dogs, but therapy cats? Nope, we haven't, but Thula is a great example of a therapy cat! Thula was paired with a 6-year-old girl named Iris, who has autism. Ever since Thula came into her life, it has changed for the better, and Thula will even go into the water with Iris. That's how much she loves and adores her human!
Thula and Iris sound like quite the team.
8. Rodent Management: Shelter Cats
In Washington, there is a society named SpokAnimal, and they were out to solve two problems that needed addressing. They started pairing stray cats with farmers and warehouses that need rodent management. How awesome is that? The kitties get a place to stay, and the companies get rid of their rodents. Everyone wins! The venture is now called the Farm Livin’ program.
After Venkmon, Ray, Egon, and Gozer “rodent duty,” see which cats could run the office.
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