A Amber B Guest Jun 30, 2008 #1 Did those living in commerical villages during the early 1800s (ie 1820-1840) have actual pets? Or were all animals only good to use as needed (ie having a cat simply for rodent control)?
Did those living in commerical villages during the early 1800s (ie 1820-1840) have actual pets? Or were all animals only good to use as needed (ie having a cat simply for rodent control)?
B Beau R Guest Jun 30, 2008 #2 Although some were treated as pets, it would seem that most were also "working" dogs.