Ferrets (Mustela furo) are natural predators of rodents, so there’s no need to train them to catch rats. However, some owners use ‘ferreting’ to direct rats toward a predetermined trap. […]
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Can Rats Chew Through Canned Food? (Gnawing Through Cans)
Rats have a powerful bite force for their size and can gnaw through dense materials, including some kinds of metal, putting even canned food at risk. When seeking food, these […]
Will Slug Pellets Kill Rats? (Metaldehyde + Methiocarb)
As the main ingredients are methiocarb and metaldehyde, slug pellets are lethal to mammals like rats. When ingested, they damage the organs, nervous system, and brain. Unsurprisingly, many people use […]
Does Leaving The Lights On Deter Rats?
Rats are nocturnal animals, meaning that they’re most active at night. They use their sense of smell, hearing, and touch to navigate the dark. When they feel safe and hungry, […]
What Is The Difference Between Black Rats And Brown Rats?
The brown rat’s tail is short relative to its body size, while black rats have long tails. Brown rats have significantly lighter underbellies than black rats, and their ears are […]
Why Do Rats Come Out in Daylight?
Rats are nocturnal animals, more active at night than during the day. So, they’ll spend their time sleeping or hiding away when the sun’s out. However, that doesn’t mean you’ll […]
What To Do With A Dead Rat (Safe Disposal)
Dead rats can pose a severe health risk, carrying various diseases and parasites. Also, the carcass will have a foul smell. So, we must dispose of the dead rat safely. […]
Do Rats Return To The Same Nest?
Rats need a place to sleep to avoid detection. They build nests with paper, plastic, leaves, insulation, and other materials in a secluded, quiet, warm, dry, and safe location. Once […]
Where Do Rats Go To Die After Eating Poison?
Poison is a favored way to deal with a rat problem. However, once the rat has perished, you can’t leave a poisoned rat’s corpse to decompose because your house will […]