SZHLUX 32" Live Animal Cage Trap, Heavy Duty Folding Raccoon Traps, Humane Cat Trap for Stray Cats, Raccoons, Squirrel, Skunk, Mole, Groundhog, Armadillo, Rabbit, Catch and Release

My intentions were to catch what I thought was a cat leaving feces in very unusual places for a cat. Raccoons are known for using latrines and she/he was leaving piles of feces in the same place and very unkind places like my deck where we relax and cook out, not nice raccoon. The trap is very easy to set and within two nights of being set it caught our little friendly deck feces dropper. If you leave the trap in the places where the little critter visits mostly, you will be guaranteed to catch and please release the little one in safe wood area.

I used this SZHLUX 32” live animal cage trap to catch a raccoon, and it worked exactly as expected. I’ll be honest, I was initially a bit skeptical because it was noticeably less expensive than many comparable traps. I was concerned that lower price might mean thinner wire, poor construction, or unreliable performance. After using it, I can confidently say those concerns were unfounded.The trap is strong and sturdy, with solid wire construction that did not bend or deform at all once the raccoon was inside (despite his best efforts to get himself free). The door mechanism worked smoothly and closed securely, with no gaps or flexing that would allow an animal to escape. Once triggered, the trap stayed firmly shut.Assembly was straightforward and easy. The folding design is convenient, and the instructions were clear enough, plus the video on assembly, that I had it set up quickly without frustration. Everything lined up properly, and the trigger plate was sensitive enough to activate reliably without being overly finicky.I also appreciate that this is a humane catch-and-release trap. The animal was contained safely without injury, which was important to me. The size is appropriate for raccoons and other similar-sized animals, and I can see it being equally effective for stray cats, groundhogs, or similar sized animals.Overall, I’m very glad I didn’t spend more money on a higher-priced trap. This one does exactly what it claims to do and feels well-made and dependable. If you’re looking for a sturdy, humane live animal trap that performs well without overpaying, this is a solid choice.I would absolutely buy it again and recommend it to others dealing with similar wildlife issues.

The thing is pretty easy to put together. It comes collapsed. It all just snaps together. Comes with a pair of gloves. I didn’t put them on. I didn’t think I needed them for anything. They certainly will not protect you from an animal bite. However, I found out that just handling it will give you a bunch of little tiny cuts all over your fingers. I don’t know what it is, but today my fingers have microscopic cuts. Very irritating. I don’t know how this trap will compare to the have a Havaheart that I’ve been trying to use. An armadillo has busted out twice now. Just muscle its way back through the front door, bending everything out of the way. I’ll update if I remember.

Trap was easy to put together and I have been able to catch a few animals, but it’s a little rickety and the trap sets itself off quite often.

I was skeptical about this cage after reading some reviews. I decided to try it and it is effective, the build is durable and portable. Good quality material and very easy to use. First night i caught a cat and released it. I like it because it can be adjusted according to the weight of the animal you need to catch. Its also larger than i expected.

Very flimsy and the back door opening in, doesn’t allow you to access the bait tray. Poorly designed in my opinion.

The trap is awesome!!! Finally, something worked as advertised. Easy to set up and use. Caught the pesky critter 1st try.

I’ve used this trap countless times for trapping feral/community cats so they can be spayed and neutered, and overall I’ve been really happy with it. Once you get the hang of setting it, it’s actually very easy to use and has worked reliably for me over and over again.The trap itself feels sturdy, the trigger works well, and it absolutely gets the job done. I’ve successfully trapped many cats with it and it has truly helped me save and care for a lot of animals through TNR efforts.My only real complaint is the release process. Unlike some other traps I’ve used, this one doesn’t have a sliding release gate that you can simply lift up and let the cat exit on their own timing. Instead, you have to manually push and hold the grate door backward yourself while the cat runs out. It’s not the end of the world, but it can definitely be a little awkward, especially with scared or nervous cats.That said, everything else about the trap works great and I would still recommend it. For the price, it’s been a really useful tool and has held up through a lot of use!