42" Live Animal Cage Trap

The 42" Live Animal Cage Trap is a humane catch-and-release trap built for stray dogs, raccoons, foxes, and armadillos.

This 42 inch by 16 inch by 18 inch live animal cage trap gives you the interior volume needed for larger nuisance wildlife without resorting to lethal methods. The welded mesh body and folding steel frame are sized for stray dogs, mid-to-large raccoons, foxes, armadillos, and similar animals. A spring-loaded door drops the moment the animal steps on the trigger plate, holding the animal securely until a safe release.

Why this Live Animal Cage Trap works

• Humane capture: Catch-and-release design supports relocation of stray dogs, raccoons, foxes, and armadillos without injury.
• Large interior: 42 inch length and 18 inch height fit bigger animals that smaller traps cannot hold.
• Welded wire mesh: Steel mesh resists chewing, clawing, and bending during the holding period.
• Foldable frame: Collapses flat for storage in a garage, shed, or truck bed between uses.
• Spring-loaded door: Step-pan trigger drops the door quickly once the animal is fully inside.
• Easy-to-carry build: Top handle and folding panels make it manageable to transport before and after a catch.

Specs and details

• Dimensions: 42" L x 16" W x 18" H
• Material: Welded steel wire mesh
• Door style: Spring-loaded with trigger plate
• Storage: Foldable design
• Best for: Stray dogs, raccoons, foxes, armadillos, similar mid-to-large animals
• SKU: D0102HPBR2X

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Frequently asked questions

Which animals fit in the 42 inch trap?
The interior comfortably handles stray dogs, large raccoons, foxes, armadillos, and groundhogs. For cats, squirrels, and rabbits, the 24 inch version is the better match.

What bait should I use?
Match bait to species. Wet dog or cat food works for stray dogs and raccoons, fish-based bait attracts foxes, and earthworms or fruit slices draw armadillos. Place bait behind the trigger plate so the animal commits to a full step inside.

Where should I set the trap?
Place the trap on level ground along a known travel path, near tracks, dens, or food sources. Brush a thin layer of leaves over the floor to make the step-pan feel natural and avoid alerting cautious animals.

How do I release safely?
Wear gloves and carry by the top handle. At the release location, set the trap on flat ground, position yourself behind the door, and open it from the rear. Step back and let the animal exit at its own pace.