If rats have invaded your home and you need unwanted rodents, a Tomcat Rat Trap is one of the most effective ways to catch rats safely. However, many people make one big mistake — where and how you place the bait determines whether you’ll catch a rat or not.

In this guide, you’ll see exactly how to bait a Tomcat Rat Snap Trap using peanut butter to stop rats fast.

### Pick the perfect bait
Nothing beats peanut butter because it’s sticky, sweet, and full of scent. They can’t resist that aroma.

### Get familiar with your trap
The Tomcat Snap Trap is an durable, reusable design with two serrated jaws that clamp closed when triggered. It’s safe to handle and easy to reuse. Make sure the trap is in the Tomcat Rat Snap Trap armed position before adding bait.

### Put the peanut butter in the right spot
You only need a tiny dab. Place the peanut butter in the small circular pocket near the trigger plate. Keep it Home pest control neat and centered. The goal is for the rat to reach for the bait and trigger the trap.

### Position your trap smartly
Along walls in the pantry, slide the trap flat against the wall. Rats tend to follow edges, so placing the trap along their travel lines increases your catch rate.

### 5. Check and reset daily
Check it regularly for catches. Simply lift the rear handle to discard. Refresh the peanut butter every few days.

### Final Thoughts
This easy method catches rats faster and cleaner than most Tomcat Rat Trap tutorial traps. Check it daily, stay patient, and you’ll see results.

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