Animal Detectives Rise To Prominence In China's Expanding Pet Industry
NDTV
What used to be a rare service you wouldn't expect to be a real job is now a good way to make a living by helping people find their lost animals.
An unusual career path known as "pet detectives" has arisen in response to China's growing animal population. According to The South China Morning Post, these professionals specialise in finding missing dogs and cats, taking advantage of a spike in demand brought on by Chinese pet owners' strong emotional bonds with their animals.
Almost entirely self-employed, these detectives promote their services through social media and e-commerce platforms, where they can earn up to US$4,200 (Rs 3,50749) monthly, according to Liu Wei, a practicing pet detective cited by the South China Morning Post.
According to the SCMP, the job demands stamina, physical fitness, keen eyesight, and logical reasoning skills. Technological tools such as thermal imaging cameras, which cost around US$2,800 (Rs 2,33832), are also employed to aid in searches.
