Rodents: Guides & Tips
Articles on rodents from the IPC team in Bangalore — identification, prevention and treatment.
Can Cats or Dogs Control Rats at Home?
It seems logical: cats catch mice, terriers hunt rats, so a pet should keep your home free of them. Some people even adopt a cat for this reason.
Ultrasonic Rat Repellers: Do They Work?
Plug-in ultrasonic repellers are sold as a quiet, chemical-free way to drive rats and mice out of the home.
Natural Rat Repellents: Peppermint Oil, Ammonia and Other Claims
Search for natural ways to repel rats, and you will find long lists: peppermint oil, ammonia, mothballs, chilli, garlic, onion, cloves.
Rodenticide Safety at Home: Storage, Placement and Emergency Steps
Rodenticides, products used to kill rats and mice, are effective but hazardous.
Rat Poison Around Children: Storage and Safety Rules
Rat poison is designed to kill, and it can be just as dangerous to children and pets if swallowed.
Best Bait for Rat Traps (It Isn't Cheese)
Rats are cautious of new objects. Try leaving traps unset with bait for a few days to build familiarity, then set them.
Snap Traps vs Cage Traps: Which Works Better?
When you decide to trap rats or mice, the two main choices are snap traps, which kill quickly, and cage traps, which catch the animal alive.
Rat Glue Boards: Pros, Cons and Ethical Concerns
Glue boards, flat trays or sheets coated with strong adhesive, are cheap, easy to find and used in many homes to catch rats and mice.
Rodent Health Risks at Home: A Simple Prevention Routine
This guide is general information, not medical advice. If you are unwell, see a doctor.
Leptospirosis Prevention at Home During Monsoon
This guide is general health information, not medical advice. If you are unwell, see a doctor.
Rat Bite: First Aid and When to See a Doctor
Rat bites are uncommon, but when they happen, they need proper care. A bite is a puncture wound, which can become infected, and rats can carry germs.
Bandicoot Rats: Identification and Risks
If you have seen a very large rat in a drain, garden or storage area in India, it may have been a bandicoot rat.
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