In the gritty urban battleground of Vallejo’s Ferry Terminal, an unexpected hero has emerged to tackle a rodent invasion that would make most city dwellers run screaming. Enter SCRAT (Sacramento Canines’ Rat Annihilation Team), a volunteer squad of furry four-legged warriors ready to take back the streets - one rat at a time.

The Rat Takeover

What started as a minor nuisance quickly escalated into a full-blown rodent rebellion. Local coffee shop worker Ryder Lopez witnessed the horror firsthand, watching up to 15 rats scurrying into bushes during his first shift. “I’ve never seen that many before,” he said, probably contemplating an immediate career change.

Canine Crusaders to the Rescue

Founder Emily Iniguez and her team of terrier warriors - Nora, Raven, and Creature - descended upon the terminal like a furry special ops unit. In just 90 minutes, they caught an impressive 27 rats, bringing their weekend total to a staggering 57. These aren’t your average dogs; they’re eco-friendly pest control with a conscience, avoiding rat poison to protect local wildlife.

Community Celebration

The local community wasn’t just passive observers. Onlookers cheered and watched in fascination as the terriers worked their magic, transforming a rat-infested nightmare into a remarkable pest control success story. As Iniguez noted, the rat problem didn’t happen overnight - and neither did its solution.