7 best animal traps
Animal props for Halloween can be fantastic additions to create a spooky or playful atmosphere for your party or event. These props often fall under the categories of party favors, party supplies, toys, and games.Here are some popular animal-themed Halloween props:
Plush Animal Masks: Plush masks resembling various animals like cats, wolves, bats, and spiders can be worn by guests to transform into their favorite creatures for the night.
Skeleton Animals: Skeleton versions of animals like cats, dogs, birds, or snakes can add a creepy vibe to your Halloween decorations.
Inflatable Animals: Inflatable animal props, such as large spiders, bats, or black cats, can be placed around the party area to give a larger-than-life feel.
Animal-Themed Balloons: Balloons shaped like animals such as owls, bats, or black cats can be used as party decorations, creating a whimsical atmosphere.
Stuffed Animal Favors: Small stuffed animals representing spooky creatures like black cats, rats, or owls can be given out as party favors.
Animal Print Tableware: Party supplies like plates, cups, and napkins with animal prints (e.g., zebra stripes, leopard spots) can add a wild touch to your Halloween party.
Animal-Themed Piñatas: Piñatas shaped like animals, such as bats or spiders, filled with treats, can be a fun activity for the party.
Animal Masks for Photo Booths: Animal masks for guests to wear in photo booths can add an entertaining element to your Halloween event and make for great photo opportunities.
Rubber or Plastic Animal Figurines: Small rubber or plastic animal figurines, including bats, spiders, snakes, and rats, can be used for various games or as table decorations.
Animal-themed Costumes: Animal costumes, including bats, cats, werewolves, or any other creature, can be a great way to get into the Halloween spirit and set the theme for the party.
Incorporating these animal-themed Halloween props into your party can enhance the spooky or playful atmosphere and provide a memorable experience for your guests.
Below you can find our editor's choice of the best animal traps on the market
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HomGarden Live Animal Cage Trap 32'' Steel Humane Release Rodent Cage for Rabbits, Stray Cat, Squirrel, Raccoon, Mole, Gopher, Chicken, Opossum, Skunk, Chipmunks, Groundhog Squire
HomGarden
Product description
★★★Here is the assemble video for reference: https://youtu.be/PTuVmBX-py4
FEATURES
✓ Sturdy, high tensile, wire mesh keeps neighborhood pest contained
✓ Strong, solid door and large handle guard offers protection during transportation
✓ Safe for use around children and pets. Can be used indoors or outdoors
✓ Made with a sensitive trigger and smaller mesh opening to prevents any stolen bait
✓ Easily set up in minutes, can release unwanted animals simply
✓ Extra easy collapse just put it open, and you’ll be ready to trap stray animals in no time
Step-by-Step Trapping Guide:
Step 1: Place bait in back of trap
Armadillos: Meal worms, sardines.
Groundhogs: Cantaloupe, sweet corn, lettuce.
Opossums: Vegetables, sweet apples.
Stray Cats: Fish, sardines, canned tuna.
Raccoons: Fish, marshmallows.
Step 2: Set the trap
Set the live animal trap in the location of the nuisance animal. You can camouflage the trap by placing twigs and leaves on top. You can also leave an unset baited trap for a few days to entice the animal.
Step 3: Check the trap regularly
Animals can become stressed if caged for long periods of time. Hot and cold weather conditions can also harm the animal.
SPECIFICATION
- Dimensions: 32 x 12.5 x 12 Inches
- Weight: 9.3 pounds
- Surface Finish: Metal
- ★ Constructed of sturdy rust-resistant wire mesh with steel reinforcements for long life and is galvanized for maximum resistance to rust and corrosion. No poisons, chemicals, sprays, or glues
- ★ Mesh openings are smaller than competing traps of comparable size to prevent escapes and stolen bait. Easy to use, bait, set & release
- ★ Spring loaded door and sensitive triggers ensure quick, secure captures that target the specific animal size, eliminating undesired catches
- ★ Solid doors and handle guards protect users during transportation, while smoothed internal edges protect and prevent injuries to animals. Trigger rod is located outside of the trap so animal cannot damage it while in the trap
- ★ Live animal trap cage is good ideal designed for large rodent animals, such as huge raccoon, groundhogs, possum, voles, rats weasels, for relocate or rescue streetwise wild animals
User questions & answers
| Question: | How tall is it |
| Answer: | 12" tall |
| Question: | Is it collapsible to store |
| Answer: | No if I tried to take it apart I wouldn’t know how to put it back together. Try you tube but it catches great don’t put the food on the sliver plate in the trap u have to put the food inside close to the back door . I had one animal get a free meal and walked out |
| Question: | Seller ... do you have a picture (other than the 2nd one down), where bait is placed behind the spring mechanism plate? more success that way |
| Answer: | To whom it may concern: I have a similar trap. I always place the bait beyond the trigger plate, which is the mechanism for releasing the trap door. I have no idea why anyone would put bait in front of the trigger plate. I have had trouble with raccoons reaching in and getting the bait from the closed end of the trap, so I built a wooden cover for that end (completely covers the top, back, sides for the rear 12 inches). Now the only way for an animal to get the bait is to enter the front and step on (or otherwise jostle the trigger plate. I do put a little bait at the front door :-) I've caught 4 racoons in the past 3 to 4 weeks. Full disclosure: I don't have this particular trap, but it is VERY similar. |
| Question: | Does it come in a unmarked box |
| Answer: | Box is clearly marked that it contains a live animal cage trap. |
Smartxchoices 32" X 12" X 12.5" Large Live Animal Trap Cage Humane One-Door Solid Steel Catch and Release Rodent Cage for Raccoon, Rabbits, Stray Cats, Squirrel, Groundhogs, Opossums, Armadillos
Smartxchoices
Product description
Even though your pest might be a bad little critter, he probably has someone he calls family. That is why this live animal trap is a humane way to stop little critters from creating a disturbance day in and day out at your house.
Smartxchoices Live Animal Trap Catch and Release Humane Rodent Cage for Rabbits, Stray Cat, Squirrel help take care of your pest problem while doesn't harm the cute little critters!
Features:
-No pain - pure gain.
-It doesn't hurt the animals.
-This is sturdy, reliable and a quick trigger mechanism.
-The rear door makes it very easy to add food and water.
-Frame and wire are heavy gauge, will hold up for many years.
-Smoothed internal edges to protect and prevent injuries to animals.
-It can be set manually, which makes it easier to tweak the trigger sensitivity.
-Proven efficacy derived from extensive field testing means high catch rate and fewer escapes.
-Ideal for catching raccoons, stray cats, opossums, groundhogs and similar size nuisance animals Gravity action door.
-Easy to use and comes fully assembled so all you have to do is set the bait and wait for your greedy little trickster to come to roost.
Specification:
32 Inch Long
Dimensions: 32" x 12.5" x 12"
Weight: 9 lbs.
Surface Finish: Metal
- 【Large Size - Trap Cage for Rodent Animals】32 in x 12.5 in x 12 in; This preassembled trap is easy fully open or collapse, super simple operation and portable transport while energy saving; Ideal for trapping rats, ground hogs, weasels, chipmunks, flying squirrels, rabbits, mink, squirrels, muskrats, ferrets, possums, skunks, woodchucks, porcupines, stray cats, opossums, raccoons and other similar-sized undesired animals.
- 【Premium Construction - Durable & Sturdy 】This cage trap constructed with high quality, rust-resistant wire mesh and heavy duty steel for long time use galvanized for maximum resistance to rust or corrosion. More sturdy with thicker gauge wire and a stronger door,sturdy enough to contain and transport large animals while they can't get away or harm you.
- 【Sensitive Trigger with One Loaded Door】One gravity action door, mesh openings are smaller than competing traps of comparable size to prevent escapes and stolen bait; The solid door and handle guard protect user during transportation, while smoothed internal edges protect and prevent injuries to animals. There's plenty of room inside the trap for the average size cat,they can freely move inside the trap, saves tails and baby animals.
- 【No Assembly - Easy Catch & Release】Lift the tab on top, raise the door, and move the trigger rod's hooked end into place. With the high sensitive trigger mechanism, once the trigger is touched, the door will be auto-locked immediately and keep the critters in it. Trigger rod is located outside of the trap and the animals won't hurt themselves. Easy to use and comes fully assembled so all you have to do is set the bait and wait for your greedy little trickster to come to roost.
- 【Collapsible Design - Secure & Space Saving】Folded size: 32 in x 12 in x 3 in; It folds up flat which is really practical when you are going to be putting it away for periods of time unless you are a professional cat trapper. Space saving storage without taking up too much room in your garage, shed, attic or other storage place. Safe for use around children and pets, can be used for both indoors or outdoors. 1 year limited WARRANTY.
User questions & answers
| Question: | lost rod for this trap can I. replace some how |
| Answer: | Short answer: I also lost a trigger rod and was not able to find a replacement. Fortunately, I had two traps and was able to fabricate a copy of the trigger bar from a piece of heavy gauge wire. The copy works perfectly. |
| Question: | Food for racoons |
| Answer: | They like dry cat and dog food. Also, peanuts shelled and unshelled. |
| Question: | Which size would work best for a average size feral cat? Thank you |
| Answer: | 24/31 inch one is best. |
| Question: | Witch trap works best for rats |
| Answer: | I would use a rat trap to catch rats. A witch trap will catch wicthes. |
HomGarden Live Animal Trap 32inch Catch Release Humane Rodent Cage for Raccoon, Rabbit, Groundhog, Stray Cat, Squirrel, Mole, Gopher, Chicken, Opossum, Skunk & Chipmunks Nuisance Rodents
HomGarden
Product description
Do you have any unwanted pests or rodents that you just can’t get rid of? Perfect animal trap for you. Our animal trap is safe and humane and build durable to last for years to come. It comes preassembled and easy to bait, set and release. Perfect for homes, farms and your entire domestic wild animal needs. It has a rear door for quick animal release
Features:
- Easy bait, set and release
- Separate Release (exit) door
- A sturdy door lock ensures that the animal won't escape
- Heavy duty and Durable,fights rust and corrosion
- Trap features a solid plate covering the top and door that serves as a hand guard
- Mesh openings are smaller than competing traps of comparable size to prevent escapes and stolen bait
- Our humane animal cage trap is super easy to bait those feral cats or rogue raccoons
★★Refer to assembling videos: https://youtu.be/PTuVmBX-py4
Step 1: The trap will arrive already flat packed (folded) which will be tied together, simply un-tie to release the trap
Step 2: Whilst unfolding the trap ensure the metal plate in the middle of the trap is on the floor, this is the plate which will trigger the trap door
Step 3: Pull down the framework support arms and fix them
Step 4: Wire lock (Small square U shaped wire) can be inserted through the designated holes and door rings to ensure the rear door can not open
Step 5: The hook in the right through the metal plate inside the trap, the left hook onto the spring clip. The rod hooks onto the U bend spring clip whilst the L shape metal hook goes onto the door whilst in the cocked position
Step 6: When the trap is set correctly, the rod will raise the metal plate, put some bait just past the plate so the pest goes past the plate
>Product Specification:
- Dimensions: 31 x 12 x 12.5 Inches
- Weight: 9.3 pounds
- Surface Finish: Metal
- ◆ Built to last: Constructed of sturdy rust-resistant wire mesh with steel, galvanized for maximum resistance to rust and corrosion. No poisons, chemicals, sprays, or glues. Safe for use around children and pets
- ◆ Catch & Release: Spring loaded door and sensitive triggers ensure quick, secure captures that target the specific animal size, eliminating undesired catches. Release any animals caught unintentionally
- ◆ Safe & Humane: Keep the animal protected with smooth internal edges and a wire mesh exterior, and trigger rod is located outside of the trap so animal cannot damage it while in the trap
- ◆ Trap Cage: Solid doors and handle guards protect users during transportation. Ideal for humanely capturing raccoons, stray cats, groundhogs (woodchucks), opossums, armadillos and similar-size nuisance
User questions & answers
| Question: | What lure to catch a squirrel |
| Answer: | yes, the trigger plate is made out of the same mesh as the rest of the cage. You can see it about a 1/3 of the way from the right side in the picture. |
| Question: | Can this trap catch a snapping turtle |
| Answer: | The thinnest cage wire is about .088 inches in diameter, while the door and frame wire/rod is .220 inches. Mine is strongly made and works well. I often put a rod through to hold up the door --which I pulled away with a length of black fishing line --in order to catch the feral cats we hadn't neutered yet --instead of racoons. |
| Question: | If I have a possem in my home whats the best bait to use |
| Answer: | It may be possible for animal to trigger door drop without being in trap, but unlikely. Open door, when set, is slightly above the top frame. |
| Question: | what is the best bait to catch a raccoon |
| Answer: | Flip the trap upside down and then upright and it's set. An animal would have tip tip the trap completely upside down to escape which is highly unlikely. But you can always put something on top to keep an animal from flipping the trap. |
HomGarden Humane Live Animal Cage Trap 32inch Steel Catch Release Rodent Cage for Rabbits, Groundhog, Stray Cat, Squirrel, Raccoon, Mole, Gopher, Chicken, Opossum, Skunk, Chipmunks
HomGarden
Product description
New Arrival Humane Live Animal Trap Catch and Release
Do you have any unwanted pests or rodents that you just can’t get rid of? This is perfect animal trap for you.Ideal for Rabbits, Groundhog, Stray Cat, Squirrel, Raccoon, Mole, Gopher, Chicken, Opossum, Skunk & Chipmunks Nuisance Rodents .Safe and Humane design ,build durable to last for years to come. It comes preassembled and easy to bait, set and release. Perfect for homes, farms and your entire domestic wild animal needs. It has a rear door for quick animal release .
Features:
✓ Sturdy, high tensile, wire mesh keeps neighborhood pest contained .
✓ Strong, solid door and large handle guard offers protection during transportation.
✓ Safe for use around children and pets. Can be used indoors or outdoors.
✓ Made with a sensitive trigger and smaller mesh opening to prevents any stolen bait .
✓ Easily set up in minutes, can release unwanted animals simply .
✓ Extra easy collapse just put it open, and you’ll be ready to trap stray animals in no time .
Specification:
Dimensions: 32 x 12.5 x 12 Inches
Weight: 9.3 pounds
Surface Finish: Metal
Tips of Set Up the Trigger
☛ Set the release lever for the door very lightly and make sure the hook is not angled to the side, have it straight, and as centered as possible.
☛ The length of the trigger rod/pin as short as possible in order that the trigger is sensitive enough .
- 【Solid Construction】- Constructed of sturdy rust-resistant wire mesh with steel reinforcements for long life and is galvanized for maximum resistance to rust and corrosion. No poisons, chemicals, sprays, or glues
- 【Humane Design】- Solid doors and handle guards protect users during transportation, while smoothed internal edges protect and prevent injuries to animals. Trigger rod is located outside of the trap so animal cannot damage it while in the trap
- 【Multi-purpose】- This live animal trap cage is designed for trapping raccons, opossums, cats, rabbits, and other similar-sized undesired animals, relocate or rescue streetwise wild animals . Relocates or rescues streetwise wild animals
- 【Easy to Use】- Mesh openings are smaller than competing traps of comparable size to prevent escapes and stolen bait. Easy to use, bait, set & release. Once the pedal touched slightly, the trap will be triggered and the door will shut up immediately
User questions & answers
| Question: | Would a tiny kitten trigger the trap? Maybe 4 to 5 weeks old. Many thanks |
| Answer: | maybe - but if you want the feral kitten caught, do like I did, put a brown paper shopping bag flat on the bottom (cats don't like to walk on the wire) put the food in a paper bowl, then hold the trap open with your finger, when the kitten goes in, let the door snap shut, I caught 4 in one try, one went in and the others followed it in |
| Question: | Will this product work for armadillos |
| Answer: | We do not have Armadillos up here in Chancellorsville VA; but we do have raccoons which are about the same size. This trap is useless as the raccoons have no problem escaping. I bought my trap thru Amazon so asked for a refund thru them--NO JOY; |
| Question: | Does this come assembled |
| Answer: | it comes folded flat in a box; which will then unfold and you put a long pin (comes with the trap) to lock it in place; then connect the trigger rod in place; pull the trap door up and lock in place; you are then ready to go; picture instructions are provided; VERY EASY; footnote (ha ha) put a large brown paper bag on the bottom (free at most grocery stores, just ask for one or a couple); some animals are sensitive where they walk; like feral cats |
| Question: | I am trying to catch a very small feral cat. She (named pumpkin) is about 6 lbs. . Would her weight be enough to set off the trap |
| Answer: | If she gets to the rear where the plate is mine is sensitive enough that she would trip mechanism if she walks on the plate. The only problem I've had was when I trapped a coon that likely weighed 25 - 30 lbs and he knocked out the rear portion escaping [we have cameras]. I've caught squirrels and they likely weigh similar to your cat foe. |
HomGarden Live Animal Trap Catch Release Humane Rodent Cage for Rabbit, Groundhog, Stray Cat, Squirrel, Raccoon, Mole, Gopher, Chicken, Opossum & Chipmunks Nuisance Rodents 24inch
HomGarden
Product description
Do you have any unwanted pests or rodents that you just can't get rid of?This newest design animal trap is the perfect choice for you, which is safe and humane and build durable to last for years to come. It comes preassembled and easy to bait, set and release. Perfect for homes, farms and your entire domestic wild animal needs. It has a rear door for quick animal release
Features:
- Easy bait, set and release
- Separate Release (exit) door
- A sturdy door lock ensures that the animal won't escape
- Does not kill or cause any injury to the captured animal
- Heavy duty and Durable,fights rust and corrosion
- Trap features a solid plate covering the top and door that serves as a hand guard
- Mesh openings are smaller than competing traps of comparable size to prevent escapes and stolen bait
- Our humane animal cage trap is super easy to bait those feral cats or rogue raccoons
►►Step-by-Step Trapping Guide:
Step 1: Place bait in back of trap
Armadillos: Meal worms, sardines; Groundhogs: Cantaloupe, sweet corn, lettuce; Opossums: Vegetables, sweet apples; Stray Cats: Fish, sardines, canned tuna; Raccoons: Fish, marshmallows
Step 2: Set the trap
Set the live animal trap in the location of the nuisance animal. You can camouflage the trap by placing twigs and leaves on top. You can also leave an unset baited trap for a few days to entice the animal.
Step 3: Check the trap regularly
Animals can become stressed if caged for long periods of time. Hot and cold weather conditions can also harm the animal
>Product Specification:
- Dimensions:24"x 8.5" x 8"
- Weight: 4 lbs
- Surface Finish: Metal
- 【Easy Trap and Release】This preassembled animal trap is easy fully open or collapse, super simple operation,portable transport, energy saving. Trigger rod is located outside of the trap so animal cannot damage it while in the trap
- 【Solid Construction】Constructed of sturdy rust-resistant wire mesh,heavy duty steel and smooth internal edges protect and prevent injuries to animals and to you. Solid doors and handle guards protect users during transportation
- 【Safe & Humane】 No poisons, chemicals or glues. Safe for use around children and pets. Can be used indoors or outdoors. Mesh openings are smaller than competing traps of comparable size to prevent escapes and stolen bait
- 【Space Saving】Dimensions: 24'' x 8.5''x 8''. Collapsible design is ideal for space saving storage without taking up too much room in your garage, shed, attic or other storage place
User questions & answers
| Question: | If the trigger rod gets lost, can I order another trigger rod |
| Answer: | I don't know the true answer to the question, but I bought mine for the same reason. Unfortunately I never found my iguana (two sightings, but I never saw her), but they seemed like they could go as small as you needed (like a centimeter). Maybe someone from the company will see your question. Good luck! |
| Question: | Would this work to catch kittens that are about 6-8 weeks old their mama got killed by a dog and they on their own |
| Answer: | There are lots of videos on youtube. |
| Question: | What are the dimensions of the holes |
| Answer: | I was able to catch a ground squirrel with these. |
| Question: | Would this work for catching medium size feral cats |
| Answer: | I use these for ground squirrel. I find where they enter and exit my yard. Or set at the opening of their burrows. When. When new the snare is a little difficult to set. I found if you open the loop to the proper size and put a small kink in the cable it stays in place better. You do have to check the trap multiple times a day because sometimes critters will knock it over or not get snared the first time. Attach the swivel to the fence, tree or a tent stake with wire or heavy zip tie. A pellet pistol like the Beeman P19 is good for dispatching angry squirrels caught in the snare. |
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