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Ratcatcher Garment in the Horse World

Robin, in Jacksonville, Florida, has long wondered why the traditional collar word by equestrians is called a ratcatcher. There’s a long history in the horse world of referring to various forms of attire as a ratcatcher, including blouses and jackets, or to a ratting jacket or a ratting suit. All of these are in opposition to the very formal traditional fox-hunting clothing. This is part of a complete episode.

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