What were the primary responsibilities of a Dog Whipper?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Dog Whipper
A Dog Whipper was responsible for maintaining order in churches by ensuring that dogs, often brought by parishioners, did not disrupt services. They would remove any dogs that misbehaved or caused disturbances. Additionally, they sometimes had the duty of keeping the church grounds clean and ensuring a respectful atmosphere for worshippers.