How to Make Your Own Humane Mouse Trap

When we think of mouse traps, we all envision those horrible wood and metal contraptions that crush the mouse to death. Now you can make a humane mouse trap with this simple method and save the life of your pest!

What You Need to Make a Humane Mouse Trap

The first item you need to make a humane mouse trap is a clean, dry two liter soda bottle. It’s best to first remove the label from the soda bottle so you can see what’s inside.

You’ll also need clear tape (packing tape works best), sharp kitchen scissors, some cardboard from an old box and something to attract the mouse such as granola or stale cereal. You don’t want to use cheese or anything that could spoil.

How to Make a Humane Mouse Trap – Step #1

The first step you’ll take to make a humane mouse trap is to cut the top off of the two liter soda bottle. Don’t just cut the opening off, but start cutting about four inches down, where the bottle begins to taper.

How to Make a Humane Mouse Trap – Step #2

The next step to make a humane mouse trap is to insert the cut-off top of the bottle upside down in the base of the bottle. It should not go all the way to the bottom but sit suspended in the top of the bottle. Use clear tape to secure the top in place, making sure the top edge of the bottle and the edge of the cut-off top are even. It should look like a funnel sitting inside the bottle.

How to Make a Humane Mouse Trap – Step #3

Now, cut out a square of cardboard from the old box. It doesn’t need to be too large, just big enough for the bottle to sit on. This will stabilize the humane mouse trap, keeping the mouse from knocking it over and getting out. Tape the bottle to the square of cardboard with the clear tape.

How to Make a Humane Mouse Trap – Step #4

Your humane mouse trap is now constructed. Pour some granola or cereal or whatever you have into the bottle. You might have to shake it around a bit to get it to go through the opening.

How to Make a Humane Mouse Trap – Step #5

The final step you’ll take to make a humane mouse trap is to sit the trap somewhere where you have seen mice. The mice will jump inside the trap to get to the food and they won’t be able to get back out.

Then, you’ll be able to release your little friend from the humane mouse trap outside and away from your home without harming him! Good luck!