by Maxwell Payne

Created on: February 26, 2009

How to catch a mouse without deadly traps, poison, or the smell.

You are most likely aware of the common ways to catch a mouse. You can set mouse traps such as spring loaded traps or you can purchase sticky mouse traps. You can even purchase rat poison that will kill any rodent who consumes the poison.

Of course there are quite a few big disadvantages to these methods of catching mice and this article focuses on some more unique ways to catch a mouse. The advantages of the methods discussed here won't kill the mouse, won't leave strong odors, and is basically a clean and humane way to catch a mouse.

The biggest problem with traditional mouse trap and rat poison methods is that they may solve your mouse problem by trapping (and usually killing the mouse) but they don't get rid of the whole problem.

Mice caught in traps may suffer a slow and painful death, which for you means you may hear screams from a dying mouse throughout your house. Another problem with traps is that even if they kill the mouse instantly, you'll be left with a strong smell in the house unless you remove the mouse and trap quickly.

Rat poison presents an even greater problem because the mouse might not die for a few days. Chances are this mouse will go somewhere to die and in doing so, may end up in a hard to reach or find place. Your house will fill up with the stench of a dead mouse and the problem is compounded if the mouse dies in your vents, under the cabinets or stove, or any hard to reach location.

So here are some great ways to catch a mouse without all the disadvantages of the old school traps and poisons. Plus for those against killing mice, these tactics will keep the mouse alive and keep you happy with no mouse in your house.

The towel trap:

This is a fun trick I learned from years of living in dorm rooms and apartments. We tried traps and poisons and then one day we'd smell the odor but couldn't find the mouse for days or even weeks.

Basically you set out bait for the mouse and while it does involve some waiting, it can be a fun way to catch the mouse. Place a desirable treat in a slightly open area (you want the mouse to feel the area is still somewhat secure) and wait. You'll want to use something like peanut butter which works better then the stereotypical cheese.

Hold a large towel and stand or sit silently nearby. Don't make noise and don't move much. If the mouse is in the area it will slowly come out to check things out. Wait until the mouse is out in the open enough near the food

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