Live Animal - Traps - The Home Depot

Question 1

How do I properly bait and set a cage trap?

Accepted Answer

The right bait and set technique ensures success and safety. Select the right sized cage trap and the preferred bait for the specific species, positioning the trap along the animal's natural travel paths or feeding areas. Put the bait behind the trigger plate, scattering a few small pieces outside and inside the entrance to lure the animal in. Open the door, engage the trigger mechanism, and check the trap at least every 12 to 24 hours. Cover the trap with a cloth after the capture to calm the animal, and relocate or release it wearing gloves while following local wildlife relocation laws.

Question 2

For what areas or zones around my home and property do you offer pest control traps?

Accepted Answer

You can place pest control traps in different zones around your home and property, depending on the type of pest and trap. We carry a wide range of traps suitable for use in the interior home, personal, and lawn. The best areas are indoors along walls or behind appliances for snap traps, outdoors near burrows or garbage bins for cage traps, indoors in dry areas for electronic traps, and in gardens, attics, and inspect-prone zones for specialty traps.

Question 3

What makes your mouse traps effective?

Accepted Answer

The best mouse traps combine sensitive trigger mechanisms with quick activation, powerful snap action for an instant and humane kill, and optimized bait placement for increased success. Our mouse traps are also made with strong materials, reusable designs, safety enhancements, and a discreet low profile for the most effective household pest control.

Question 4

Which traps are the best selling?

Accepted Answer

When it comes to keeping unwanted pest populations under control, we know you need the right tools for the job. The Large 1-Door Professional Live Animal Cage Trap for Raccoon, Opossum, Groundhog, and Feral Cat is one of our best-selling traps, available today with free and easy returns in-store or online.

Question 5

Are there specific bait types that work better for different animals?

Accepted Answer

Yes, different animals are attracted to different bait types due to their natural diets and habits. Rodents prefer high-fat, high-protein foods like peanut butter, cheese, nuts, and seeds, while raccoons prefer sweets like marshmallows or sweet corn, and oily foods with fishy smells like canned tuna and sardines. Squirrels prefer nuts and seeds, especially aromatic ones, while opossums prefer sweet fruits and protein-rich foods. Research the food your target animal prefers, use fresh bait for a strong scent, and place your bait deep inside the trap so the animal fully enters for the best results.

Question 6

Which brands of traps are available at The Home Depot?

Accepted Answer

The Home Depot is your one-stop shop for high-quality traps made by the top names professionals know and trust. We carry a wide variety of the top brands of traps, such as PIC, JT Eaton, and Bird-X.

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HarrisRat and Mouse Glue Trap Super-Size (10-Pack)

SVOPESLive Animal Cage Trap, 42 in. x 16 in. x 18 in. Galvanized Iron, Humane Trap for Stray Dogs, Raccoons, and More

Round Solar Mole Ultrasonic Mole Repellent Stakes Garden & Patio Tools for Groundhog, Vole, Snake (2-Pieces)

Live Animal Cage Trap 50 in. x 20 in. x 26 in. Humane Cat Trap Galvanized Iron Folding Animal Trap with Handle

Square Solar Mole Ultrasonic Mole Repellent Stakes Garden & Patio Tools for Groundhog, Vole, Snake (2-Pieces)

TOMCATGlue Traps Mouse Size with Eugenol for Enhanced Stickiness 4CT (2-Pack)

HavahartSmall 2-Door Professional Humane Catch-and-Release Live Animal Cage Trap for Rat, Squirrel, Chipmunk, and Weasel

ITOPFOXMotion Sensor Repeller Outdoor Ultrasonic for Deer Raccoon Cat Dog Rabbit Squirrel Bird Pest Repellant Trap (4-Pack)

Pest-A-CatorPestacator 1000

SVOPESHumane Live Animal Trap, 50 in. x 20 in. x 26 in. Galvanized Iron, Foldable with Carry Handle for Stray Dogs, Raccoons

ITOPFOXMotion Sensor Repeller Outdoor Ultrasonic for Deer Raccoon Cat Dog Rabbit Squirrel Bird Pest Repellant Trap (2-Pack)

HarrisRat and Mouse Glue Trap Super-Size (5-Pack)

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HarrisRat and Mouse Glue Trap Super-​Size (10-​Pack)​

SVOPESLive Animal Cage Trap, 42 in.​ x 16 in.​ x 18 in.​ Galvanized Iron, Humane Trap for Stray Dogs, Raccoons, and More

Round Solar Mole Ultrasonic Mole Repellent Stakes Garden & Patio Tools for Groundhog, Vole, Snake (2-​Pieces)​

Live Animal Cage Trap 50 in.​ x 20 in.​ x 26 in.​ Humane Cat Trap Galvanized Iron Folding Animal Trap with Handle

Square Solar Mole Ultrasonic Mole Repellent Stakes Garden & Patio Tools for Groundhog, Vole, Snake (2-​Pieces)​

TOMCATGlue Traps Mouse Size with Eugenol for Enhanced Stickiness 4CT (2-​Pack)​

HavahartSmall 2-​Door Professional Humane Catch-​and-​Release Live Animal Cage Trap for Rat, Squirrel, Chipmunk, and Weasel

ITOPFOXMotion Sensor Repeller Outdoor Ultrasonic for Deer Raccoon Cat Dog Rabbit Squirrel Bird Pest Repellant Trap (4-​Pack)​

Pest-A-CatorPestacator 1000

SVOPESHumane Live Animal Trap, 50 in.​ x 20 in.​ x 26 in.​ Galvanized Iron, Foldable with Carry Handle for Stray Dogs, Raccoons

ITOPFOXMotion Sensor Repeller Outdoor Ultrasonic for Deer Raccoon Cat Dog Rabbit Squirrel Bird Pest Repellant Trap (2-​Pack)​

HarrisRat and Mouse Glue Trap Super-​Size (5-​Pack)​

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HarrisRat and Mouse Glue Trap Super-Size (10-Pack)

SVOPESLive Animal Cage Trap, 42 in. x 16 in. x 18 in. Galvanized Iron, Humane Trap for Stray Dogs, Raccoons, and More

Round Solar Mole Ultrasonic Mole Repellent Stakes Garden & Patio Tools for Groundhog, Vole, Snake (2-Pieces)

Live Animal Cage Trap 50 in. x 20 in. x 26 in. Humane Cat Trap Galvanized Iron Folding Animal Trap with Handle

Square Solar Mole Ultrasonic Mole Repellent Stakes Garden & Patio Tools for Groundhog, Vole, Snake (2-Pieces)

TOMCATGlue Traps Mouse Size with Eugenol for Enhanced Stickiness 4CT (2-Pack)

HavahartSmall 2-Door Professional Humane Catch-and-Release Live Animal Cage Trap for Rat, Squirrel, Chipmunk, and Weasel

ITOPFOXMotion Sensor Repeller Outdoor Ultrasonic for Deer Raccoon Cat Dog Rabbit Squirrel Bird Pest Repellant Trap (4-Pack)

SVOPESHumane Live Animal Trap, 50 in. x 20 in. x 26 in. Galvanized Iron, Foldable with Carry Handle for Stray Dogs, Raccoons

ITOPFOXMotion Sensor Repeller Outdoor Ultrasonic for Deer Raccoon Cat Dog Rabbit Squirrel Bird Pest Repellant Trap (2-Pack)

HarrisRat and Mouse Glue Trap Super-Size (5-Pack)