Chipmunks can be cute when they’re scurrying around in the woods, but they’re a lot less charming when they’re digging up your garden, raiding your bird feeders, or setting up camp in your garage. If you’re thinking about using rat traps to deal with a chipmunk problem, you might be wondering if they’ll actually work. … Read more
If you’re dealing with a rat problem and you have a dog at home, you’re probably worried about whether those rat traps you want to set out could hurt your pet. It’s a real concern, especially if your dog is the curious type that loves to stick their nose into everything. So can a rat … Read more
When you’re dealing with a rat problem, you want a solution that’s effective but also humane. Nobody wants to cause unnecessary suffering, even to a pest. Snap traps are one of the most common rat control methods, but there’s always that nagging question in the back of your mind. Does a rat trap kill instantly? … Read more
Finding a rat stuck to a glue trap can be really disturbing, especially if the animal is still alive and struggling. Whether you set the trap yourself or discovered one that someone else placed, you’re probably wondering how long the rat will have to suffer before it dies. How long can a rat survive in … Read more
Glue traps are one of the most common tools people use when they’re trying to catch rats or mice in their homes. You’ve probably seen them in stores, small flat boards covered in what looks like sticky paper. They seem simple enough to use, but you might be wondering exactly how they actually catch rats. … Read more
Gophers can destroy a beautiful lawn or garden in just a few days with their underground tunnels and constant eating of plant roots. If you’ve got rat traps lying around, you might be wondering if they’ll work on the gophers that are tearing up your yard. It seems like it could be a simple solution … Read more
Ground squirrels can cause serious damage to your yard, garden, and even the foundation of your home with their constant digging. If you’re dealing with these pests, you might be looking at the rat traps you already have and wondering if they’ll do the job. After all, ground squirrels and rats seem pretty similar in … Read more
Groundhogs digging up your yard can be just as frustrating as having rats in your home, and you might be wondering if you can use the same traps for both problems. Rat traps are cheap, easy to find, and you might already have some sitting around. But groundhogs are much bigger than rats, which raises … Read more
Finding a live rat stuck to a glue trap can be really distressing, especially if you hear it crying or struggling. Maybe you didn’t mean to catch it, or maybe you’ve changed your mind about how you want to deal with the rat problem in your home. Either way, you’re probably wondering if there’s a … Read more
Rats are smart, cautious creatures that won’t just walk into any trap you set. If you want to catch them, you need the right bait that they can’t resist. The food you choose can make the difference between an empty trap and actually catching the rat that’s been causing problems in your home. So what … Read more