Are Rats More Active After Poisoning?
WouterMany people ask the question, “Are rats more active after poisoning?” The simple answer is “no.” The poison will not make rats thirsty, but it will make them die. The poison will also cause them to flee, which is a much better option than letting them stay in your home.
Rats like to live where people live and will adapt quickly to their surroundings. They need about an ounce of food a day to sustain their lives. They are most active near homes, restaurants, and private yards. Alternatively, they will feed on scraps from garbage cans, bags, and community refuse disposal. They also like to seek cover behind tall weeds, fences, and walls.
Poison is only effective if it is placed properly. Place the poison in areas where rats frequently congregate. The bait should smell like the foods that the rats eat. Be sure that the bait is placed away from your pets or children’s reach. Ideally, your bait station should be placed about 30 feet away from where the rats are feeding. Then, replenish the bait regularly. If you have multiple pests, it can be difficult to determine the amount of bait that’s necessary for each species.
Anticoagulants are an important part of rat poisoning. While they can kill rodents, they are also toxic and can destroy red blood cells. The use of anticoagulants is the most common cause of poisoning in children, with over half of cases occurring in young children under the age of six.
