[header] How to catch an escaped pet rat [title] Choose the right kind of trap. [step] There are a number of rat traps on the market, but it's important that you choose the right kind to keep your rat safe. Many traps are designed to catch a rat or mouse using bait and a trap door.
[header] How to catch an escaped pet rat [title] Choose the right kind of trap. [step] There are a number of rat traps on the market, but it's important that you choose the right kind to keep your rat safe. Many traps are designed to catch a rat or mouse using bait and a trap door.
Use small traps if possible-these tend to be the more humane options, but won't clog rat's hammocks. [substeps] For mice, you should use heavy traps, which provide more control. Speak to a vet to get information about the appropriate type of trap and which type of bait to use. [substeps] Wire traps require wire so which type you use varies by rat species. [substeps] Read the instructions on the trap door. Most traps feature a small hole in one side of the door so that the rat has easy access to the trap door without having to make your first encounter. These are often the safest types of traps for catching your pet rat. [substeps] Only purchase traps that state " humane " or " live trap " on the packaging.