A humane trap (also called a live animal trap) is an animal trap designed to contain an animal without injuring or killing. It is basically a wire cage, with the door held open by a "catch". Food is placed beyond a trip plate to lure an animal inside. When the animal steps on the trip place, it releases the catch which causes the door to drop down behind the animal, enclosing it inside.
Traps are available for purchase at hardware stores, pet stores, feed stores or available for loan at some animal shelters. You can purchase them on-line. Trapping can be long-term and I have many tricks you can use to enhance this tool.
Humane Trapping
