{"id":81,"date":"2022-09-03T15:48:12","date_gmt":"2022-09-03T15:48:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homestuffmag.com\/?p=81"},"modified":"2022-09-03T15:48:12","modified_gmt":"2022-09-03T15:48:12","slug":"are-sticky-mouse-traps-poisonous-to-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homestuffmag.com\/are-sticky-mouse-traps-poisonous-to-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Sticky Mouse Traps Poisonous to Dogs?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The adhesives on sticky mouse traps are not poisonous. However, when they contain the remnant of a dead and disposed mouse, your dog risks exposure to bacteria or viral infection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Beyond this, all you should be worried about is your dog’s fur, nose, and mouth getting stuck.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Are Sticky Mouse Traps Poisonous to Dogs?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sticky or glue traps are not poisonous to dogs. However, they should be used and dumped (properly) after every capture because<\/span>\u00a0there are certain threats associated with your dog touching the trap:<\/span><\/p>\n

Getting stuck:<\/strong> Dogs sniff a lot and may sniff their way to a glue trap if there is food on it. In an attempt to smell or eat the food, their fur may get stuck. This may also lead to their nose and mouth getting stuck.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If it is just the fur, it can be separated with scissors. When the nose and mouth are involved, you need vegetable oil to release the dog.<\/span><\/p>\n

Exposure to bacteria and viral infections:<\/strong> It is wrong to reuse a glue trap. This is because they usually contain remnants such as peeled skin, torn limbs, or feces. These elements can easily expose your dog to bacteria and viral infections.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Should I Do If My Dog Licked A Glue Trap?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It is usually not a big deal if a dog licks a glue trap. However, it may become worrisome if he or she consumes a huge quantity or is exposed to mice remnants.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Such dogs may start wheezing or pacing restlessly. While this may be very rare, there are symptoms to watch out for over the next hours. They include:<\/span><\/p>\n