{"product_id":"homestead-32-inch-collapsible-heavy-duty-live-animal-trap-fold-flat-steel-humane-catch-and-release-for-medium-wildlife","title":"HOMESTEAD 32-inch Collapsible Heavy-Duty Live Animal Trap — Fold-Flat Steel, Humane Catch-and-Release for Medium Wildlife","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOMESTEAD's 32-inch collapsible live animal trap is a heavy-duty, fold-flat steel cage designed for humane catch-and-release of medium-sized wildlife such as stray cats, raccoons, possums, and groundhogs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis trap combines durable, rust-resistant welded wire mesh with a sensitive internal trip plate so you can securely capture and relocate nuisance animals without harming them. It ships folded for compact storage and requires no tools to set up—simply unfold, clip the latch, and bait. The unit’s design keeps the trigger mechanism out of reach of captured animals while offering consistent performance in backyard, garden, and rural settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tough is the trap and will it stand up to repeated use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HOMESTEAD trap uses heavy-gauge steel wire and a rust-resistant finish to resist corrosion and bending through many seasons. Welded joints and reinforced corners provide extra strength where animals tend to push and strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWelded, rust-resistant wire mesh for long life\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty steel frame resists deformation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReinforced edges and corners for high-stress points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size animals is the 32\" model appropriate for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 32\" long, 10\" wide, and 12\" high, this model is sized for medium wildlife in the approximately 5–20 lb range. It’s intended for stray cats, raccoons, possums, skunks, groundhogs and similar animals—too large for small rodents like squirrels or chipmunks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterior dimensions: 32\" x 10\" x 12\" (length x width x height)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest for animals roughly 5–20 lbs in weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsider HOMESTEAD’s 24\" trap for smaller species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow easy is the trap to set up, transport, and store?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trap ships collapsed and unfolds without tools—clip the latches and you’re ready to bait. When not in use it folds flat to save space in a shed, garage, or vehicle; setup video guidance is included for first-time users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShips collapsed; folds flat for compact storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo tools required—unfold, clip, and set\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight enough to carry but sturdy when deployed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the trigger work and is it safe for the animal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trap features an internal sensitive trip plate calibrated to respond to lightweight animals while keeping the trigger rod routed outside the cage where captured animals can’t tamper with it. Practicing with the mechanism before a real capture helps you learn the sensitivity and placement for reliable results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensitive trip plate inside the cage for reliable triggering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrigger rod routed externally to prevent animal interference\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecommended: a few practice runs to set sensitivity and placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: This HOMESTEAD 32\" collapsible live trap is suited to homeowners, gardeners, small-acre property owners, and wildlife control professionals who need a humane, reusable solution for medium-sized nuisance animals. It’s for users who want a durable, rust-resistant cage that’s easy to store and transport, and who plan to relocate animals safely using catch-and-release practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What animals can the 32\" HOMESTEAD trap catch?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Designed for medium wildlife like stray cats, raccoons, possums, skunks, and groundhogs in the 5–20 lb range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the trap require tools to set up?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No tools needed—unfold the collapsed cage, clip the latches, and set; video setup guidance is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"HOMESTEAD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56840728838484,"sku":"B0FX4B8MMF","price":125.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/homestead-32-inch-trap-front-view.jpg?v=1787072854","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/homestead-32-inch-collapsible-heavy-duty-live-animal-trap-fold-flat-steel-humane-catch-and-release-for-medium-wildlife","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}