This is a seasonal ritual at our house. I hear the mice move in with the cool weather and I get out the mousetraps. A tiny bit of peanut butter in the bait cup and they are caught. If I don't get all of them with the trap the rest seem to move on to safer pastures somewhere else after enough of their buddies have been killed.”

I would like to thank your company for making the "perfect" mouse trap. I have tried at least 20 other trap brands and they have all had various degrees of success, but none work as well as yours. My daughter bought me six (6) of your mouse traps for my birthday and after setting all of these traps around two of our properties, I was amazed at the response. Best traps I have found on the market.”
- Duane Schenck

Within thirty minutes or less of placing the Snap-E® Mousetrap, I had a dead mouse. I used some candy a mouse had eaten into as bait. I am ordering six more. These traps work! I have had about twenty of the old wooden ones sitting out around the house for three week and caught NOTHING!”
- Anne Smith

I'm catching mice every night in my greenhouse with these Snap-E® Mousetraps. They are so easy to set that I don't even flinch any more as I reset them - they never snap while they are being set. I've tried lots of different brands of mousetraps and these are far superior to the rest.”
- Mark Parsons

I love being able to catch multiple mice with one setup. This way I can let it sit for a couple days and catch multiples. The Ketch-All® Multiple Catch Mousetrap is the best mousetrap I've found. I'll be buying several more.”
- David Benn

You guys are great! Just a note to say 'Thank You' for the 2 Metal Lid Replacements for our Mousetraps. A great benefit was when I saw 'Proudly' made in America. That is what America is made of and we need to get back on track with showing the world! Great products, made by great people who back up what they produce! Look out mice... 2 traps back in service. Thank you!”
- Janine Hatt

I have set thousands of these traps while running Thoroughspect and have never found a better trap ever. The traps are exactly what a mousetrap should be in that they are fast-reacting, easy to set and release. In addition, they have a visible yellow bar that can be seen in crawl spaces and attics to see if they have been triggered.
- Brian M. Sweig

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Five Tips and Methods for Preventing and Trapping Raccoons

Racoon Raccoons are very clever and resourceful creatures that can pose a problem to homes and buildings. If they become a nuisance, there are a few different ways to trap this pest. This article will focus on capturing these critters with live traps, such as the Kness Kage-All® Small Animal Trap. The Kness Team has assembled some helpful tips to make live trapping raccoons effective and straightforward.

1. Trap Placement

Before you do any raccoon trap placement, be sure to check the laws in your area regarding trapping these or any other small animals. Raccoons can make shelter and dens in various areas of people’s homes, such as in chimneys, attics, walls, and tree hallows in your yard. So place your live trap in areas where you see signs of raccoon activity. Setting multiple traps in different locations along their pathways can yield better results.

2. Baiting the Raccoon Trap

Several different types of bait can be used to attract raccoons into your trap. While raccoons will eat just about anything, it’s a good idea to stay away from using meat as bait, as it can more easily bring non-target animals – like cats – into your trap. Alternative food can be used, such as marshmallows or bread as bait. Commercial baits are also available and can work in tandem with other traditional bait.

3. Setting the Trap

Raccoons are very intelligent and have great memories, which could make them wary of traps. Try getting them acquainted with your trap by tying it open and leaving bait inside for a few days before setting it. Carefully set the door(s) to the open position. Each trap sets differently; follow your trap's unique instructions. Once set, test the trigger and close mechanism by pressing on the trigger plate. Be sure to securely anchor all raccoon traps to a stable surface.

4. Check the Trap

It’s very important to check on your trap regularly, as trapping raccoons can take anywhere from a few minutes to a couple of days. Since raccoons are nocturnal animals, inspect the traps in the morning. When a raccoon is captured, be careful handling the trap to avoid getting bit. Place a blanket over the trap to keep the raccoon calm before moving the trap for release. Local and state laws may prohibit you from relocating raccoons in public areas. Call a pest professional or local DNR/wildlife officials for information and assistance with raccoon relocation and disposal. Never leave an animal trapped for an extended period of time.

5. Keep Raccoons Away

Raccoons are most likely invading your property to search for food, water, and shelter. After removing the raccoons, keep them out by doing the following:

Eliminate food and water sources
Remove trash or material that can be used as a den
Secure the lid on any garbage receptacles
Remove tree branches or shrubbery that extends near rooflines
Cover potential building access points

By utilizing these tips, you will be better prepared to address raccoon problems. For more information about trapping small animals or other pests, visit our pest control center.