Q. Recently, I’ve seen mice in my apartment. I think there’s more than one. I bought some wooden snap traps to try to catch the mice but I’m not sure what I should use for bait. Can you tell me what food will work best for catching mice?
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“Where I grew up we used to have rats that were as big as cats”
Q. I saw a mouse run under the oven, should I be worried?
A. Don't panic, but yes there is a problem. Mice not only carry many diseases, mice may also start fires.
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Q: How do mice get into my house?
A rodent infestation can happen in the best of homes. As the months get colder, pesky rodents start seeking shelter in warm places. And what’s warmer than your cozy home?
VIEW MOREQ. I’ve had trouble getting rid of mice in my home. Just when I think they’re gone, I trap another one. What am I doing wrong?
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A. It’s very possible for mice to walk lines or cables and enter your attic around the opening where the lines enter the building if that opening has not been caulked or sealed. Mice have extraordinary physical abilities. They can climb and run along pipes, cables, and electrical lines. They can even travel for considerable distances upside down.
VIEW MOREQ. I’ve heard that there’s a connection between feeding birds outside and mice. What’s that all about?
A. It’s true. If you have bird feeders outside and you don’t diligently clean up spilled and scattered seed, you will probably eventually have mice move in to the area to take advantage of the free food. Mice feed on many different kinds of foods, and seeds, especially sunflower seeds, are one of their favorites.
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