Wire Live-Capture Mouse Trap AT33 – Reusable 35.5cm Rodent Cage Trap

Wire Live-Capture Mouse Trap AT33

The AT33 Wire Mouse Trap is a reusable cage-style trap designed to capture mice and other compatible small rodents without using poison. It features a bait-operated trigger mechanism connected to a spring-loaded door that closes when the animal enters the cage.

Measuring approximately 20cm wide, 20cm high and 35.5cm long, the trap provides an enclosed holding area while allowing the captured rodent to remain visible for prompt checking and responsible removal.

Reusable Cage-Style Design

The sturdy wire construction makes the trap suitable for repeated rodent-control use when it is cleaned and inspected between captures.

Its open mesh design provides ventilation and allows the user to see whether the trap has been activated without opening the door.

Product Details

• Product type: Wire live-capture rodent trap

• Model: AT33

• Length: Approximately 355mm

• Width: Approximately 200mm

• Height: Approximately 200mm

• Construction: Wire cage

• Door mechanism: Spring-loaded closing door

• Trigger type: Bait-operated internal trigger

• Suitable for: Mice and compatible small rodents

• Common areas: Homes, sheds, garages, storerooms and covered outdoor spaces

• Reusable: Yes

How to Set the Trap

Inspect the mechanism before every use and confirm that the door and trigger move correctly.

• Place a small amount of bait behind or on the trigger area

• Open the cage door carefully

• Engage the door with the trigger mechanism

• Test the trigger before final placement

• Position the trap on a stable and level surface

• Keep the trap under cover and protected from weather

• Make sure children and pets cannot disturb it

• Wash your hands after handling the trap

Peanut butter, dried fruit or a small piece of bread may be used as bait. Place only a small amount inside the designated bait area so the rodent must enter the cage to reach it.

Best Trap Placement

Rodents generally travel along walls, edges and sheltered routes rather than crossing open rooms.

Place the trap:

• Against a wall

• Near visible droppings

• Close to gnaw marks

• Along known rodent pathways

• Behind appliances where safely accessible

• Inside sheds or storage areas

• Near entry gaps or suspected nesting sites

Avoid placing it near food-preparation surfaces or where the cage could be knocked, exposed to direct sun or affected by rain.

Checking a Live Trap

Live traps must be checked frequently. The RSPCA advises inspecting them every morning at a minimum, with the animal handled promptly so it is not left to suffer from stress, dehydration, heat or cold.

• Check the trap shortly after setting

• Inspect it again early each morning

• Check more frequently during hot or cold weather

• Never leave an activated trap unattended for extended periods

• Do not set it when nobody is available to inspect it

• Plan lawful and humane handling before setting the trap

Releasing rodents at an unfamiliar location is not automatically humane, as relocated animals may have a poor chance of survival. Follow local animal-welfare requirements or obtain advice from a licensed pest controller or veterinary professional.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Rodents can carry contaminants, so avoid direct contact with the animal, waste and contaminated cage surfaces.

• Wear disposable or washable gloves

• Remove loose bait and waste carefully

• Wash the cage using warm water and suitable detergent

• Disinfect using an appropriate cleaning product

• Rinse thoroughly where required

• Allow the trap to dry completely

• Inspect the trigger and spring mechanism

• Store the trap unset and away from children

Do not reuse a damaged trap that could catch a rodent’s tail or limbs when the door closes.

Rodent Prevention Tips

Trapping works best when combined with steps that remove food and shelter.

• Store food in tightly sealed containers

• Remove uneaten pet food overnight

• Keep rubbish bins securely closed

• Clean crumbs and food spills promptly

• Seal gaps around doors, pipes and walls

• Reduce clutter in sheds and storage areas

• Keep garden supplies and firewood raised above the ground

Sealing entry points helps reduce the chance of new mice entering after the trapped rodent has been removed.

Key Features & Benefits

• Reusable live-capture cage trap

• No rodenticide or poison required

• Sensitive internal trigger mechanism

• Spring-loaded closing door

• Ventilated wire construction

• Captured rodent remains visible

• Suitable for covered household and storage areas

• Easy to bait and reset

• Approximately 35.5cm long

• Model AT33

• Available from Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies in South-West Sydney

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AT33 a snap trap?
No. It is a cage-style live-capture trap. Its spring mechanism closes the cage door rather than striking the rodent.

What size is the trap?
The trap measures approximately:

• 355mm long

• 200mm wide

• 200mm high

Does the trap kill the mouse?
It is designed to contain the rodent alive. Its welfare depends on correct setting, frequent inspection and prompt responsible handling after capture.

What bait works inside the trap?
A small amount of peanut butter, dried fruit or fresh bread may attract mice. Position the bait so the animal must step onto the trigger to reach it.

Where should I place the trap?
Position it along a wall or sheltered rodent pathway near droppings, gnaw marks or other signs of activity.

How often should a live mouse trap be checked?
Check it frequently and at least every morning. More frequent inspections are advisable during extreme temperatures or where captured animals may become stressed.

Can this trap catch rats?
The product is sold as a mouse trap. Its 35.5cm cage may accommodate some smaller rodents, but suitability depends on the animal’s size and the sensitivity of the trigger.

Is it safe around pets?
It contains no poison, but the spring-loaded door and captured rodent could still attract or injure a curious pet. Position the trap where children and animals cannot interfere with it.

Can it be used outdoors?
It may be used in a sheltered outdoor location, such as a covered shed. Do not leave it exposed to rain, direct sun or temperature extremes.

Where can I buy a reusable wire mouse trap in Sydney?
The AT33 Wire Live-Capture Mouse Trap is available from Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies in Bonnyrigg, South-West Sydney.