Trap is manually operated by pulling a string to drop the trap. Drop Trap 36″ or Drop Trap 48″– A Drop Trap is excellent for trapping shy cats that are hard to catch or for catching multiple cats at one time.This makes the trap quieter than a spring-loaded model and virtually eliminates any risk of injury to a cat or kitten from the falling door. Neighborhood Cat Gravity Trap No springs are involved.Circular design and special door closure makes it very safe for the cats and very unlikely to harm even small kittens. The Humane Roundhouse Trap – This trap features a removable bait dish, internal plastic cover to keep trapped animals calm and an easy release door for easy baiting, transfer and release.Set Over Capture Cage for cats that are easily approachable, but impossible to pick up.Select a trap suited to the cat's temperament.

Friendly cats should not be trapped as it unnecessarily stresses them and may reduce their trust of whoever is involved in that experience.īeing trapped is stressful for cats, but trappers can do several things to help minimize stress for them.

Making sure the trap is entirely covered may help prevent observer cats from becoming fearful before you are even trying to capture them.Ĭats that are friendly enough to be coaxed into a standard pet carrier or that can be picked up do not need not be trapped. IMPORTANT: Keep in mind that cats are SMART and a failed trapping attempt that scares them may result in the target cat NEVER approaching a trap or cage again, so plan ahead a bit and do it right the 1st time.ĪDDITIONALLY: Cats that observe another cat in a trap or hear them crying in a trap may also refuse to approach a device that they recognize as a trap or cage after witnessing another cat being trapped. The proper trap selection can help enable the safe and humane capture of stray or feral cats.ĭifferent traps may be better suited for different cats depending on their degree of feralness or friendliness. A variety of traps may be available for loan at no cost to approved trappers.

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