Best Groundhog Bait

In our blog posts and pages on groundhog removal, we’ve very often stated that the best way to trap groundhogs is without bait.

On numerous occasions and in numerous places, we’ve discussed how we trap groundhogs without bait.

Here is a recent video where Ryan shows our preferred groundhog trapping method.

A couple of other, older examples are:

Best Way To Trap Groundhogs

Positive Trapping Multi-Species

Sometimes, however, bait trapping groundhogs is necessary!

This post shows just that.

Best Groundhog Bait

You sure don’t have to fight with groundhogs to get them to eat their fruits and vegetables!

They can be tempted by a lot of items.

But, when we need to use bait to lure to trap a groundhog, we like cantaloupe and strawberries.

These ripe, bright, good smelling fruits to help us get the job done.

We have had good success with them.

It is important to still try to get the traps in highly traveled areas. And, it might take a little longer to attract the attention of the groundhogs.

But, if they see and smell a well baited trap and don’t have any previous history with a live trap, they’ll probably be caught.

Here is Ryan discussing a recent job where a baited trap was the most practical way to go for the groundhogs in this yard.

Groundhog Trapping Pros | Akron, Canton, Kent

Successful groundhog trapping is usually all about putting the right trap in the right spot.

But, if you can’t get to the premium spot- a groundhog den entrance-then you may need to lure them with bait.

Bait trapping is not as efficient or fool proof but can still get the desired results.

We encourage you to give it a try yourself or call a professional nuisance wild animal control operator in your area if you need help.

In the greater Akron, Canton, Kent, OH area, we offer experienced and efficient removal of groundhogs/woodchucks for homeowners and business owners alike.