{"id":275,"date":"2022-04-15T18:07:19","date_gmt":"2022-04-15T18:07:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/?p=275"},"modified":"2022-04-15T18:10:25","modified_gmt":"2022-04-15T18:10:25","slug":"how-to-bait-and-trap-rabbits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/how-to-bait-and-trap-rabbits\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Bait and Trap Rabbits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">Spring has sprung, which means so have the nuisance wildlife. Rabbits are a prime nuisance critter this time of year, when the weather turns nice, and the vegetation becomes exponentially abundant. If you are dealing with a wild rabbit problem on your property, now would be the best time to take action. Animal-proofing and trapping can be an effective way to get rid of nuisance rabbits without harming them or breaking any local ordinances. Yes, there are laws and regulations surrounding wildlife trapping and abatement strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:19px\">So, to prepare yourself for what to expect on your nuisance rabbit control journey, continue reading to learn some best practices on how to bail and trap rabbits in Indiana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rabbit-Removal-Indianapolis-IN-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Rabbit Removal Indianapolis IN 317-847-6409\" class=\"wp-image-276\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rabbit-Removal-Indianapolis-IN-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rabbit-Removal-Indianapolis-IN-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rabbit-Removal-Indianapolis-IN-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rabbit-Removal-Indianapolis-IN-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rabbit-Removal-Indianapolis-IN-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rabbit-Removal-Indianapolis-IN.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Rabbit Removal Indianapolis IN 317-847-6409 <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Rabbit Removal and Control Tips<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>You have rabbits on your property for one reason and one reason only: your premises has what they are looking for. Rabbits are in search of food, water, and shelter. Attractions like gardens, tall grass, flowerbeds, and any type of accessible nook and cranny are the things rabbits are after. So, is important to understand that a major part of nuisance rabbit abatement is animal-proofing your property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you trap and remove the rabbits from your property, it is important that you implement the proper animal-proofing strategies to prevent them from coming back again in the future. Part of animal proofing for rabbits includes environmental modifications like installing fencing and barbed wire around your gardens and flowerbeds, as well as sealing up any openings and gaps in porches, decks, log piles, hollow trees, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Rabbit Trapping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before getting started on some tips for baiting and trapping rabbits, it is important to take note that rabbit removal work is best left to licensed and experienced professionals. It is strongly encouraged to enlist the services of a local <a href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indianapolis wildlife removal and control company <\/a>for nuisance rabbit abatement services. They have the proper permits, licensing, training, and resources to safely remove rabbits and transport them to a more suitable habitat. If you insist on moving forward with do-it-yourself rabbit trapping, below are some tips that will help get you started on the right path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Rabbit Traps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to finding a rabbit trap for rabbit removal, it is important to choose a nonlethal device that is also safe and humane for rabbits and all other wildlife that might come by. Be sure to position the trap in an area of your property where you have seen rabbit activity. It is also suggested to camouflage the trap with some brush or twigs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Baits to Use for Rabbit Trapping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are certain types of baits that are more effective for specifically attracting rabbits into a rabbit trap. Apples work really well, as well as carrots, Brussels sprouts, and even lettuce. It also helps to spray a little apple cider vinegar inside of the trap, as this scent is known to attract rabbits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Rabbit Relocation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have successfully trapped a wild rabbit, safely transport it to a faraway, natural habitat, like a park or meadow near a pong or stream. You can also contact the local wildlife authorities to have trapped rabbits picked up and transported. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Other Ways to Get Rid of Rabbits:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">\u25ba Rabbit Repellent<br>\u25ba Automatic Sprinkler Systems<br>\u25ba Sound Machines<br>\u25ba Professional Wildlife Abatement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Have you had just about enough of the nuisance rabbit problem around your property?<\/strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/contact-us.php\" target=\"_blank\">Contact Modern Wildlife Control<\/a> at 317-847-6409 for safe and effective <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/services\/animal-trapping-removal.php\" target=\"_blank\">animal trapping and removal services<\/a> for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/types-of-wildlife\/rabbits.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rabbits<\/a> and more. We serve residential and commercial clients in Indianapolis and all throughout Central Indiana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/how-to-make-your-own-non-toxic-animal-repellent-spray\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Make Your Own Non-Toxic Animal Repellent Spray<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/learn-why-nuisance-animals-are-attracted-to-your-property\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn Why Nuisance Animals are Attracted to Your Property<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/how-to-protect-your-garden-from-rabbits-this-fall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Protect Your Garden From Rabbits This Fall<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spring has sprung, which means so have the nuisance wildlife. Rabbits are a prime nuisance critter this time of year, when the weather turns nice, and the vegetation becomes exponentially abundant. 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