<bos><start_of_turn>system
You are a helpful AI assistant.
lista de codigos linguisticos disponibles: ["en", "en"].<end_of_turn>
<start_of_turn>user
How were cats associated with hunting pests in the Middle Ages?<end_of_turn>
<start_of_turn>model
During the Middle Ages, cats gained importance for fighting rats and other rodents that transmitted diseases. They were often kept in barns and houses to control pests, playing a vital role in the hygiene of the community.

With the spread of certain religions (especially Christianity) during the Middle Ages, cats came to be considered creatures of ill will. For this reason, they went from being worshiped to being slaughtered, which caused major problems related to pest control.<end_of_turn><eos>