Question about Havahart cage traps to catch nuisance animals like raccoons,
Q: "I am not sure which live animal trap would work the best for me. We live in town. There is a large county park about 15 miles away. If we can catch the raccoons and possums, we could take them there to release them. What Havahart trap or traps do you suggest? Thanks. Tom"
Answer:The main differences among the Havahart traps are the physical size, the number of doors and whether the cage collapses. So base your choice on size of the animal, your comfort with one or two door release systems and storage space.
These are the main types of live catch traps by Havahart, a Woodstream Company
- Havahart 2-Door Spring Loaded Raccoon Cage Trap Model 1045. This has two doors so you can release the animal/animals without worrying about being attacked through the door opening. It measures 32 inches long.
- Havahart 42 Inch Long Large Raccoon Trap.Model 1050 is longer, two spring loaded doors and comes assembled.
- Havahart One-Door Groundhog & Raccoon Trap Model 1079. This has only one door, comes assembled and measures 32 inches long.
- Havahart Easy Set Raccoon Live Cage Trap Model 1085 is marketed as easiest to set and easiest to release as far as letting the wild animal go free.Lever is ideally positioned for releasing animal - stand behind trap to open trap door and set animal free.
- Havahart Large Collapsible Easy Set Raccoon Trap Model 1092 One handed set – One handed release and collapses for easy storage.
Any of these live catch traps would work. The last two traps are easy set-easy reliease. Choose according to price and size of the animal. If it is a really large raccoon get the 42 inch trap.
The best baits for raccoons are
◊ Fish, fresh or canned
◊ Honey or sugar covered vegetables
◊ Smoked fish
◊ Watermelon
◊ Sweet corn
◊ Cooked fatty meat
◊ Crisp bacon
◊ Marshmallows are a favorite!
Good luck! Thanks for your question.
Sincerely,
Barbara
