Would mouse traps work against squirrels?what kind of bait would i need?

there has been a squirrel that is always foraging in my backward,


mocking me.Would mouse traps work against squirrels?what kind of bait would i need?
No, you want the large size rat trap. Peanut butter or raisins tied to the trigger, make sure you anchor the trap with wire because if you only get part of the squirrel it will run off with your trap. Are you prepare to finish it off if it is not killed instantly? Restricting side and rear access to the trap would be a good idea to.Would mouse traps work against squirrels?what kind of bait would i need?
No, but rat traps (the really big mouse trap kind) DO! Between those, Tess (my dog) and my .22 we can actually manage to keep seeds in the bird feeders for up to 6 hours . . .





PS I hate squirrels, little grey fuzzy f*****'s
If you think the squirrel is mocking you, seek professional help, doctors are listed in the yellow pages.


Mouse traps will not work on squirrels nor will rat traps. A charge of animal cruelty might encourage you to re-think that idea.


Relocating is only viable for males or non-lactating females.


Get a life, stop fixating on the squirrel and ignore ignorant answers.
squirrels are too bg for mouse traps. get a have a heart live trap and trap and release them.
Your best bet is to trap the squirrel and relocate it.


Your municipality should have information regarding trapping and relocating rodents.





If they don't then I assume you can just shoot the little bugger and bury it.





Having said that, you might consider that the squirrel is actually a benefit to your backyard as it's helping in aerating the lawn.
When I had to have squirrels removed from my chimney, the service removing the lactating female and her offspring used the small portion packs of peanut butter, trapped them live and then relocated them to a large park.


The Muse


P.S. You can rent the traps from your local animal control but the expense of equipment, etc. added up to more than the cost of having them professionally removed. If they're in your yard, you'll just have others coming to root around.