Almost everyone knows the situation when a mouse begins to cross in the attic or basement. Despite the fact that it is a pest, many experience some pity for tiny creatures and do not want to kill them or hurt them. Of course, if we are talking about the attack of a whole flock on a barn with food, then there is no place for compassion. But in order to catch a single mouse, a humane mousetrap fits perfectly.
Catching methods
In fact, there are quite a lot of them. It is worth going to the next hardware store and you will be offered a choice of several devices with which you can get rid of annoying rodents.
- Zhivolovka is a kind of humane mousetrap that does no harm to the rodent. It can be purchased or made independently. A reasonable question arises, what to do next with the caught creature.
- Special glue for rodents.
- Ready-made glue traps.
- Poisons. Of course, poison works flawlessly. Another thing is where the rodent will die and how to find its body, which will exude not the most pleasant smell.
- Cat. Not always a reliable method, because some pets themselves tend to quickly leave the place where they saw the mouse.
Worst of all are adhesive substrates. The rodent will be alive, but its fur and thin skin on its legs tightly sticks into the composition. Therefore, if you are looking for a humane mousetrap, then this is clearly not your option.
Do it yourself
If you are in the country and there is no store nearby, then you can make a device for catching a rodent with almost bare hands. A humane mouse trap from a plastic bottle will serve you faithfully. For this, any bottle of mineral water or juice is suitable.
Moreover, you do not need anything else to succeed. Open the lid and carefully pour in a few tablespoons of vegetable oil. Lay out the bait, which is suitable for roasted seeds. The smell will attract rodents. This is a humane mousetrap, because apart from a slight perplexity, it will not cause any concern to rodents. The bottle is placed at an angle. It is very convenient to fix it with books. You can lay out several pieces as steps on which the mouse will climb into the bottle. Be sure to fix the edges with tape so that the bottle does not tip over. Otherwise, the mouse will simply run away.
Operating principle
A humane mousetrap of this design is best placed on steps or shelves. In such places, mice are caught very quickly. The mouse climbs into the bottle to smell the fragrant filling. And back she does not allow vegetable oil to get out. For the same purpose, you can use a glass bottle, for example from a beer.
In this way, you can catch not one, but several rodents at once in one bottle. If you get one mouse, you can free it and return the trap back to its original place.
Catch the mouse with a can
This is another simple mousetrap that you can do with your own hands in minutes. You only need a liter jar, a coin of 5 kopecks, a small bait and a piece of cardboard. On a flat surface you need to put cardboard, bait on top and a jar turned upside down.
On one side, place a coin under the edge of the can with a rib. Bait choose a little more coins. The mouse will climb inside and drag the bait, thereby moving the coin. The trap will shut and you can do whatever you plan with the mouse.
The disadvantage of this method
We looked at how to catch a mouse in a jar. But this method has one drawback. If the rodent decides to eat a treat on the spot, then he can calmly leave the trap. Therefore, it can be improved a bit. To do this, it is recommended to attach the bait with tape at a height of 3 cm from the neck. The rodent leans against the wall of the can to reach it. It is at this moment that the trap closes. In this case, he will surely remain inside.
Plastic container
Today we are considering the most effective ways to catch a mouse. Not all of them can be considered humane, but nobody even called rodents into your house. It is convenient to catch mice with a plastic bucket. To do this, you need to make holes in the container and insert a spoke into them. First you need to put a plastic bottle on it. It should spin freely and quickly. The bottle should be coated with a beaten egg or porridge. We bring a plate to the container, which will serve as a bridge. When the rodent climbs onto the bottle, it starts spinning and it falls into the bucket. It can be filled with water, then you do not have to think about what to do with the mouse.
Simple construction
Even a schoolboy can collect it. To do this, glue and cardboard need to build a box with an open top and without one wall. In the side walls we make a hole for the pencil. Now we need a bottle with holes. The bait is laid at the bottom, after which the bottle is fixed in the box. When the rodent gets to the treasured pieces, the bottle is outweighed - and the exit to the outside is cut off. Now the little creature is entirely in your power.
Tin can trap
You will need a regular can of tomato paste or condensed milk. In any of its walls you need to make a hole the size of a coin. In this case, the teeth should look out. The rodent freely enters the jar, but the cloves prevent it from getting back. It remains to fill the bait, and the mousetrap is ready. Place such home-made structures around the perimeter of the basement or attic and do not forget to check them regularly.
Mouse repellers
All of these methods are good for dealing with single members of the rodent family. But what if they constantly raid your home? How to get rid of mice in the house forever? Today, a large number of ultrasound devices are offered to your attention, which very well help in the fight against gray invaders. These devices do no harm to them, that is, they can also be attributed to humane methods of fighting rodents.
The effect is obvious, annoying rodents just bypass your home side. Exposure to waves of a certain length causes panic in mice. Sometimes it even leads to a loss of orientation in space. As a result, they will rush about without a goal and forget about the search for food.
Key selection guidelines
When choosing mouse repellers, you need to pay attention to the following points:
- A high-quality device in a private house has the function "Adjusting the frequency of ultrasound." More advanced models then adjust the ultrasound automatically. This does not allow rodents to get used to.
- Do not wait for one device to protect a large house. Sound waves cannot penetrate upholstered furniture and blackout curtains. Therefore, if one appliance is enough for a small apartment, then at least two, or maybe three, will be needed for a house.
- Be sure to check the specifications of the purchased device. Some models have a certain range, which ensures their smooth operation. For example, if you decide to place a repeller in a cellar, it may turn out that it is not suitable for working at low temperatures.
- Do not save on the device. Cheap models may have a limited lifespan. In addition, they may malfunction.
Things to remember
So that rodents do not visit your home, you need to not only come up with mousetraps, but also to prevent their appearance in your home. Unsanitary conditions in the home must not be allowed. Close the bin and remove the food waste bin in time. Flour, cereals and seeds must be stored in special containers with lids. Regularly check the condition of skirting boards, floors and door frames. Close up holes in time, through which mice can enter your home. Monitor the activities of services that are involved in garbage collection.
Preventive measures are the most important in order to protect housing from uninvited guests. But if they have already appeared on the threshold, then measures must be taken. To do this, we today examined several options for home-made designs.