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Squirrelinator Multi-Catch Squirrel Trap

$74.95

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Product description

Quick Specifications

Capacity Multi-catch — dozens per setting
Entry Dual-door spring-loaded system
Construction Heavy-duty galvanized steel
Options Trap Only ($74.95) / With Basin ($89.99)
Use Outdoor
Catch Type Humane live catch & release

The Squirrelinator is a professional-grade multi-catch squirrel trap that catches dozens of squirrels in hours — not weeks. Unlike single-catch cage traps that require constant monitoring and resetting, the Squirrelinator's large capacity and dual-door entry system let you tackle even severe squirrel infestations in a single day. No poisons, no harmful chemicals, no expensive baits required. Part of the Rugged Ranch family of multi-catch traps — trusted for over 15 years with hundreds of thousands sold and stocked in farm stores and retail outlets nationwide.

Why is the Squirrelinator better than single-catch traps?

Traditional single-catch cage traps catch one squirrel at a time and must be checked, emptied, and reset after each catch. If you have a dozen squirrels raiding your bird feeders, garden, or attic, that means a dozen trips. The Squirrelinator catches multiple squirrels in one session, saving you hours of work. Its large open-mesh design lets squirrels see other squirrels already inside feeding on bait, which actually attracts more squirrels into the trap.

How does the Squirrelinator work?

Place bait inside the trap — peanut butter, sunflower seeds, corn, or walnuts work best. Squirrels enter through the spring-loaded doors, which close behind them. The open wire mesh construction is critical: squirrels are social and curious animals, so when they see other squirrels eating inside the trap, they follow them in. This "social lure" effect is what makes multi-catch traps dramatically more effective than single-catch alternatives.

Trap Only vs. With Basin — which should I choose?

The Trap Only option ($74.95) is the complete trap ready to use. The With Basin option ($89.99) includes a fitted catch basin underneath that makes transport and cleanup easier — especially useful when relocating squirrels to a release site. If you're dealing with a large infestation, the basin is well worth the upgrade.

What's in the box?

One Squirrelinator multi-catch squirrel trap, fully assembled. With Basin option includes a fitted transport and cleanup basin. No tools or assembly required. Free shipping on all Rugged Ranch animal traps.

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Humane Squirrel Trap for Outdoor Problems

The Squirrelinator is a humane squirrel trap designed for live-catch squirrel control around outdoor spaces. Squirrels can become a repeated problem when they find easy food near bird feeders, gardens, orchards, yards, sheds, and outdoor storage areas. They may dig in soil, raid seed, disturb plants, chew materials, or return daily to the same feeding area.

This trap gives customers a reusable option for managing squirrel activity without poison or harmful chemicals. It is designed for outdoor use and works best when placed near the areas where squirrels are already traveling or feeding.

What the Squirrelinator Is Used For

The Squirrelinator is made for squirrels, not chipmunks, rats, or mice. It is larger than a chipmunk trap and built for customers dealing with squirrel activity in gardens, around bird feeders, near fence lines, or around outdoor structures.

If squirrels are stealing seed, digging up garden beds, or gathering near feeders, a squirrel trap for garden or feeder area may help when used with proper bait and prevention steps. For smaller chipmunks, use the Chipmunkinator, which is sized specifically for chipmunk activity.

Multi-Catch Squirrel Control

Unlike many single-catch cage traps, the Squirrelinator is designed as a multi catch squirrel trap. This is helpful when several squirrels are visiting the same location. The open mesh design allows squirrels to see bait and activity inside the trap, which may encourage more squirrels to investigate.

A live squirrel trap should be checked regularly and handled according to local rules. Live-catch trapping works best when paired with cleanup, food control, and smart placement.

Best Places to Use It

The Squirrelinator is useful in several outdoor settings, including:

  • Near bird feeders
  • Along fence lines
  • Around garden beds
  • Near fruit or nut trees
  • Beside sheds or outdoor structures
  • Around orchards and open property areas
  • Near repeated digging or feeding activity

A squirrel trap for bird feeders should be placed near the route squirrels use to reach the feeder, not directly where it blocks bird activity. A squirrel trap for garden should usually sit near the garden edge, fence, or path where squirrels enter.

Baiting and Setup Tips

Use bait that squirrels already recognize. Peanut butter, sunflower seeds, corn, walnuts, peanuts, and birdseed are all strong options. If squirrels are raiding a bird feeder, use the same seed as bait. If they are digging around garden areas, peanut butter mixed with sunflower seeds or corn can create a stronger scent.

Place the bait inside the trap so squirrels must fully enter. Keep other food sources cleaned up so the trap becomes the easiest food source in the area.

Trap Only vs. With Basin

The Squirrelinator is available as trap only or with a basin. The basin option can be useful when customers want a more contained setup or need an added accessory for handling specific outdoor use cases.

Choose the Squirrelinator

For customers looking for a reusable, outdoor, humane squirrel trap, the Squirrelinator is built for repeated squirrel activity around gardens, bird feeders, and yards. Browse more humane animal traps for other live-catch pest control options.

FAQs

1. Does the Squirrelinator kill squirrels?

No. The Squirrelinator is a humane live-catch trap. It does not use poison, glue, or harmful chemicals. Squirrels are caught alive and can be released safely.

2. Can the Squirrelinator catch more than one squirrel at a time?

Yes. The Squirrelinator is made for multi-catch use, so it can catch several squirrels in one setting instead of needing to be reset after every catch.

3. Should I buy the trap only or the trap with basin?

The trap only works well on its own, but the basin makes cleanup easier and helps keep the trap area cleaner. If you plan to use it often, the basin is the better option.

4. Where should I place the Squirrelinator?

Place it outdoors near areas where squirrels are active, such as bird feeders, gardens, sheds, fences, trees, or entry points around your property. Use bait inside the trap to draw them in.