Rat control or pest control refers to the
regulation or management of a species ie. rats, mice which are defined as a
pest, and usually because it is seen to be detrimental to t
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ecology, a persons health or even to the economy. Rat control/ Pest control is
as old as agriculture as its always been needed to keep crops, food stocks
protected from the competition of such pests. Rats and other pests have become a
problem due largely to the direct actions of humans. Changing these actions can
often reduce the pest problem. Rat control methods vary and some methods
include, poisoning, and trapping. More natural methods can be used such as the
removal of garden debris, domestic waste and construction waste etc. Other
preventative methods can also be used like sealing openings into the
home/premises etc. with the use of wire mesh, concrete and metal. Catch and
release traps are sometimes used as a more humane solution.