Interestingly enough, James Cagney never used this exact phrase, and famous cinema icons like Bugs Bunny, and Cagney impersonators have been misquoting him for decades. But the phrase is dead on when it comes to the furry rodents that infest your home. They're not only dirty but also a major health risk!
Unlike the cute (depending on the person), furry domesticated mice and rats you find at the pet shop, wild rats have some pretty sickening scavenging habits. Their superior GI tract allows them to eat some of the grossest things you can imagine. That is why you'll find them in a bacteria-infested garbage can, or exploring a sewer pipe.
"The rat that just feasted on a five-day-old piece of meatloaf, and slid over a maggot-infested clump of mayonnaise, is the same rodent sliding over your plates and silverware."
-American Pest -
What do These Filthy Rat Habits Mean for You?
Bacteria spread by rats can produce some undesirable health problems, including dysentery, pneumonia, diarrhea, urinary tract infections, and more.
Laying a few traps from the grocery store may not be enough to protect you from rats living in your home.
If you think you may have a rat or other rodent problem, call Stride to schedule a full inspection. Our specially trained technicians know exactly what to look for and can offer multiple solutions to rid you of those "filthy rats."
