These rabbit traps are also ideal for trapping large squirrels and rabbits.

Havahart® Easy Set® live skunk and traps are the new standard in live animal traps.  The patent pending design is easy to set, easy to release.  Perfect for first time trappers, one simple move and the traps are set!

Havahart® Easy Set® traps are constructed of sturdy rust-resistant wire mesh with steel reinforcements for long life and are galvanized for maximum resistance to rust and corrosion.  Mesh openings are smaller than competing traps of comparable size. 

Spring-loaded doors and sensitive triggers ensure quick, secure captures that targets the specific animal's size, eliminating undesired catches. 

Solid doors and handle guards protect users during transportation, while smoothed internal edges protect and prevent injuries to animals.  These squirrel and rabbit traps have been field tested. Made in the U.S.A.

Humane Live Easy Set® Animal Traps from Havahart® - the recognized brand leader in nuisance animal control.

• Dimensions: 24”L x 7”W x 7"H
• One handed set – One handed release
• This animal trap is ideal for first time trappers
• Simply lift lever to the back of the trap – trap is set
• Lever is ideally positioned for releasing animal.  Stand behind trap to open trap door and set animal free
• One spring loaded door
• Live trap: Ideal for catching squirrels, rabbits, skunks, mink and similar-size nuisance animals
• Smoothed internal edges protect and prevent injuries to animals
• Proven efficacy derived from extensive field testing means higher catch rate and fewer escapes
• Made to last. Resists rust and corrosion
• Trigger rod is located outside of the trap so animal cannot damage it while in the trap
• Instructions and tips on baits and trap setting are included
• Comes fully assembled and ready to use
• Designed by professional trappers
• Made in the U.S.A.

Critter Control

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!

Havahart® Recommends the Following
Baits

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

Expert's Corner

Animal Trapping Tips

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! 

First Time Tips  |  Basic Tips  |  Indoor Tips  |  Outdoor Tips

LIVE ANIMALTRAPPING FAQs

          Q:   Why should I buy Havahart® live animal cage traps? 

A:   Havahart® live animal traps are a great purchase – They’re Safe, Easy to Use, and Effective!

       Not all live animal traps are the same.  Listed below are some features that make Havahart the
       leader in live animal trapping:

1.  Havahart® traps are constructed of durable wire mesh, galvanized for maximum resistance to rust and corrosion.  Most people have their Havahart traps for years and years.   more>>

          Q:   The bait is gone, but the trap is empty. What happened? 

A:   There are a few reasons for this occurence … and it even depends on what trap you are using...

One common possibility is that, the animal was able to lightly grab the bait without touching the trigger.  It’s important to place the bait in an area where the animal is forced to engage the trigger in order to recover the bait.    more>>

          Q:   I noticed you listed fox urine as a bait. Why does it attract rabbits?

A:   Red Fox urine works as a lure, drawing rabbits to the trap. We're not sure exactly why it works

       but it's an old trick used by experienced fur trappers for quite some time.