Humane Mouse Trap

Mice are one of the most common home invaders. These little pests pose a danger to humans because they can carry diseases and spread airborne allergens that cause allergies and asthma. Even though rodents are a nuisance for many people, they are still able to feel pain. Many traps used to catch and kill mice cause pain and suffering. Glue board traps are one of the cruelest devices to capture mice. Once a mouse is stuck to one of these traps, it can suffer for days. It will stave to death, suffocate, or even chew off its own limbs to try and free itself. Glue traps, snap traps and poisons are not only harmful and inhumane for mice. These methods can also be hazardous to children and pets. Humane mouse traps are an alternative to these cruel and dangerous devices.

Humane traps for mice have recently become more popular. There are several available that have different means of capturing these intruders. The Mouse Depot humanely traps mice with bait (like peanut butter) without harming or killing them. The mice can then be released outdoors in their natural habitat. The trap is reusable and washing it with liquid detergent and water is recommended. This product is currently available at the company website: themousedepot.com. The cost is $13.99 plus shipping and handling. Visa and Mastercard are accepted or you can print out a form and mail it along with a check or money order.

The Smart Mouse Trap is another reusable trap that allows a painless catch and release and is very simple. Just dab a little peanut butter on a cracker and place it in the bait holder. When the mouse seeks out the aroma of food, its weight will cause the spring door to snap shut. This trap is recommended by PETA and is available on their website: petacatalog.org. The cost is $11.00 each or $20.00 for two.

There are also humane multi mouse traps available if there is more than one mouse invader. The Multi-Catch Mouse Trap will hold up to 25 mice at a time. Setting of the trap is not required since there are two one-way doors at both ends. This product can be used with or without bait since mice will naturally go into and explore small holes. It has a clear see through lid and allows for easy release of the mice. The cost of this trap is $14.50 plus shipping and is available at pestproducts.com.

The humane mouse trap is a better and safer alternative to the more traditional traps for mice. Using this friendlier method will ensure a healthier and safer you along with knowing that you saved a living being from unnecessary suffering. It will also set a good example for your children and others.

If you are having a problem with other pests I have also had great results with a mole trap and squirrel trapping. So there are other types of animal traps to be used to suit your particular situation.