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Dogs aren't the only smart animals that have jobs. This might come as a surprise, but some adorable cats don't shy away from getting their paws dirty as well. And to prove that they got more important things to do than knocking stuff over, people are posting pictures of the most hardworking felines. Some help their owners promote a garage sale, some are busy mousekeeping, but no matter big or small, their efforts are always appreciated. Scroll down to enjoy the pics and upvote your favorite employees of the month!

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The Incredible Nursing Cat

The Incredible Nursing Cat

Rademenesa was diagnosed with an inflamed respiratory tract when he was 2 months old. He survived the ordeal and now lives at the animal shelter and keeps other sick animals company and tries to nurse them back to health

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There have been numerous cute cats who held real jobs as well. For example, when Empirical Brewery in Chicago noticed that their grain is being eaten by rodents and insects, they started thinking about the best way to solve this problem and decided to get four cats who now stroll around the 8,000 square foot brewery and look for anything they can catch.

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Meanwhile, In Iceland

Meanwhile, In Iceland

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Another intelligent animal, Felix, has been working as the senior pest controller at Huddersfield Railway Station for years. He even has his own name tag and a neon vest to go with it. This mouse-catching master also loves filling in at the ticket station and chat with travelers.

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You Come At The King, You Best Not Miss

You Come At The King, You Best Not Miss

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Ben Steinberg
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the fact that there was "international backlash" over the car losing his job. And what kind of a**hat councilman goes after a cat?

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Andrew Reyes
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hunger, crime, poverty...Pfffft!! Lets use our governmental resources to FIRE A CAT from the library........ uuuuummmmmm, ok

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gave me so much joy when I first read the whole story :)

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Kathy Baylis
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Idiot councilman probably doesn’t read, so can’t appreciate having a cat in a library. Obviously had no clue as to the benefit of having a good mouser in residence. Ever seen books chewed—-and defecated/urinated—-on by mice? Browser was more than earning his keep, which I’ll wager is more than the now ex-councilman ever did.

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Mary Rose Kent
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My favorite bookstore in San Francisco (which, sadly, just closed after 45+ years) always had cats. There was a big orange stripey guy who was there for years and was such a sweetie.

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Joannie Goulet
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The cat is super cute but as an allergic person, I would probably get a reaction just from reading or handling those books. :( I'm SUPER allergic.

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Pamela Storer
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Be nice to step outside your immediate zone IN St. Petersberg, Russia, the Hermitage Museum and Art Gallery discovered they needed to keep their wild cats, because they protect the exhibits, especially are ones, from mice. Now they have a cat cafe, where the cats come and cuddle with you while you have your coffee. If you bond with one, and pass their scrutiny, you can take it home.

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Bob Beltcher
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's awesome. There are way bigger problems than this that need more focus.

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Louis Holler
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

https://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/beloved-cat-job-local-library-international-backlash/story?id=40351635

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Natalie KS
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Happy that the cat outlasted the councilman of the town, "White Settlement, Texas"!!! Wtf?!

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TomiSmith
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Get rid of anyone who tries to come between a cat and his job, be it as a mouser or comforter or any other job they can do. I think every office building should have a cat or cats on the job, for whatever reason besides rescuing a shelter cat and giving it a life.

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Pamela Scott
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hooray for the library cat! Boo and down with the councilmen!

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Roberto Durante
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

fire this concilman that wanted him out, or learn this concilman to catch mice's

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ispeak catanese
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We have three kitties in one of our local bookstores, they sometimes lounge on the cashier's desk, it's wonderful to see them😻

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Karen Klinck
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I knew an antiques store with 2 long-haired cats, who liked to walk among the glassware (the more expensive the better, of course) to make it jingle--and never broke a thing.

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E A M
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That last headline! Too bad the same can't be said for Fire Cat Edna...

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Marnee DeRider
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So, pretty soon someone with cat or dog allergies won't be able to comfortably go to: the doctor, the dentist, the library, won't be able to ride on planes or go to most stores. But pet owners' need to carry around a living stuffed animal are more important! They might be sad if they had to leave home without the pet, like an adult.

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Jack Lambrecht
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was allergic to dogs- and then got a dog. I am now immune. Science is getting rid of allergies. And we love our pets enough to not leave them in a house all day. Animals are sweet, and so worth it. Once you get a pet, you’ll understand. For now, look up the following words in a dictionary: sympathy, care, kindness, humanity, happiness, compassion, and anything else related to kindness and being open-hearted.

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Experts say that this method of pest control is much more cost effective and humane. The use of these adorable animals eliminates the need for harsh chemicals and poisons, which is better for the environment. As for the humanity of it, the introduction of cats to a vermin-ridden area alone can eliminate pests without any killing — the feline scent and droppings alone are enough to drive out rodents, because rats won’t even reproduce near such predators.

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My Tow Truck Driver Has A Cat Named Dixie With A Matching Safety Vest

My Tow Truck Driver Has A Cat Named Dixie With A Matching Safety Vest

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But cats can hold other positions, too. Most of us have heard of therapy dogs, but cats can apply for this job as well. Thula is a great example of that. She was paired with a 6-year-old girl named Iris who lives with Autism, and the situation has improved for the better ever since.

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I Was Once A Kitty In A Shelter & Now I’m A Cop. Chase Your Dreams. Signed, Pawfficer Donut

I Was Once A Kitty In A Shelter & Now I’m A Cop. Chase Your Dreams. Signed, Pawfficer Donut

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nanashi
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

cop: stop, or I will release the kitty! me, the criminal: *dropped immediately to the ground to pet the kitty* KITTY!

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Cat Scan Assistant

Cat Scan Assistant

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This Stray Cat Snuck Into A Nursing Home, And Got A Job

This Stray Cat Snuck Into A Nursing Home, And Got A Job

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Meet ‘Dirt’, The Nevada Railway Cat That Always Looks Like He Needs A Bath

Meet ‘Dirt’, The Nevada Railway Cat That Always Looks Like He Needs A Bath

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#9

The Best Way To Advertise Your Garage Sale Nearby

The Best Way To Advertise Your Garage Sale Nearby

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#10

Security Guard

Security Guard

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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

'Finally, our plans to take over zie wurld are set in motion my love...'

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#11

Hardware Store Cat Is Skeptical Of Your Purchase

Hardware Store Cat Is Skeptical Of Your Purchase

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#12

Dedicated Cockroach Manager

Dedicated Cockroach Manager

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#13

Colonel Mittens At Your Service!

Colonel Mittens At Your Service!

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#14

Store Security

Store Security

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#15

Meowtain Rescue, Standing By

Meowtain Rescue, Standing By

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#16

A Cat Wearing An Orange Hard Hat

A Cat Wearing An Orange Hard Hat

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Slinkman
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Everyone is looking so serious: Guys, there is a fat cat with a miniature red helmet amongst you getting interviewed! Daily s**t for them i guess....

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Tama Was A Female Calico Cat Who Gained Fame For Being A Station Master And Operating Officer At Kishi Station On The Kishigawa Line In Kinokawa, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

Tama Was A Female Calico Cat Who Gained Fame For Being A Station Master And Operating Officer At Kishi Station On The Kishigawa Line In Kinokawa, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

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nanashi
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

she has passed now, but was enshrined as a goddess to honor her memory.

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#18

Hennessy Is Always My Liquor Store’s Employee Of The Month

Hennessy Is Always My Liquor Store’s Employee Of The Month

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Local Ace Has Greeter Pirate Kitty Named Ace— He Loves Grooming Customers

Local Ace Has Greeter Pirate Kitty Named Ace— He Loves Grooming Customers

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Therapy Cat On Patrol In The Nursing Home

Therapy Cat On Patrol In The Nursing Home

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#21

The Doctor Will See You Meow

The Doctor Will See You Meow

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“I don’t think the cat likes the idea of helping yourself to cat ears”

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He's On His Break. He Greets People At The Drive Thru.

He's On His Break. He Greets People At The Drive Thru.

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nanashi
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd be one of those who lined up not order anything but just to pet the kitty

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Oscar The Truck Repair Cat Offering To Help Us Out With Our Paperwork

Oscar The Truck Repair Cat Offering To Help Us Out With Our Paperwork

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#24

Oscar The Police Station Cat

Oscar The Police Station Cat

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#25

This Cat Is The Manager At A Local Pet Store

This Cat Is The Manager At A Local Pet Store

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nanashi
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want to see the manager. nothing's wrong, I just want to see the manager!

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