We encourage you to learn a bit about the little critters that surround you and how to control them in the most humane and caring way. Please click on the pictures below to access general facts, suggested control options and more!
Use a small plate to place the bait at the end of the live trap.
Suggested rabbit baits
◊ Brussel sprouts
◊ Carrots
◊ Lettuce
◊ Apples
◊ Spray the inside of the trap with apple cider
Suggested skunk baits
◊ Chicken entrails
◊ Cracknels
◊ Fish, canned (sardines)
◊ Fresh-insect larvae such as may beetles
◊ Crisp bacon
◊ Cat food
◊ Bread crust coated with peanut butter
Suggested squirrel baits ◊ Cereal
◊ Grain
◊ Nuts (especially peanuts)
◊ Sunflower seeds
◊ Anise oil (a drop or two on bread)
◊ Shelled corn
◊ Apples
◊ Mixed peanut butter and oatmeal or peanut butter and molasses
◊ Popcorn ◊ One trapper swears by almond extract on bread as bait
Live animal trapping is an effective animal control alternative that is both humane and earth-friendly. Whether you are successful in catching a live animal depends on choosing the right bait and location among factors. Havahart® brings you expert tips for first time trapping, inside trapping, outside trapping, and feral cat trapping that will make the task simple! There are many sites committed to providing
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Have questions?
We have tried to compile a library of frequently asked
questions and their respective answers under our
Critter Control FAQs section
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