The sticky mouse board smells, will the rats still be fooled? Many users who use a sticky board will find that the newly purchased sticky board may have a peculiar smell, which may come from glue, production materials, or the attached bait scent. So, does this smell affect the chances of being fooled by mice?
First, we need to understand the sense of smell in mice. Rats have a very keen sense of smell, they are able to recognize food, companion smells, and even sense dangerous smells. Therefore, if the smell of the sticky rat board is too pungent, such as with a strong smell of chemical glue, it may indeed cause the rats to be alert and make them afraid to approach. This is also why some low-quality sticky mouse boards do not work well, because rats are sensitive to unusual odors and may avoid stepping on them.
However, a good quality mouse board usually adds special food flavors, such as peanuts, beer,grains, milk, etc., to attract mice. These bait-type odors are able to mask the smell of glue and make the rats mistakenly think they are a food source, which in turn reduces their vigilance and successfully sticks. In addition, if there is no bait on the sticky mouse board itself, you can also place food such as peanuts and broken bread on the board to enhance the appeal.
Of course, the placement of the sticky mouse board is also very important. It is advisable to place the rat board in a corner of a wall frequented by rats, behind a cabinet or in a food storage area, avoiding open areas where rats are prone to alertness. In addition, avoid moving the sticky mouse board frequently, so as not to make the rats aware of environmental changes and become vigilant.
Overall, although the sticky rat board may have a certain smell, as long as you choose a high-quality product, and match the bait and placement position reasonably, the rat will still be deceived and successfully arrested.
