There are several different types of traps you can use to capture the raccoon. Here are some that you should consider using:

Cage traps: These are the most common type of trap, and one that’s popular with people looking to remove raccoons humanely. The trap is a cage large enough for the raccoon to get inside. The bait is laid at the far end of the cage. The raccoon gets inside to get the food, and the door to the cage shuts behind them.

Paw grip traps: These traps aim to trap raccoons by their paws, rather than trapping the whole animal. They are a cylindrical tube that has a shutter in it. Bait is laid at the bottom of the tube, and when the raccoon reaches their hand in, the shutter closes, trapping them. The tube is attached via chain to a rock or a stake in the ground, so the raccoon can’t get away. These traps do make it difficult to get close to the raccoon, however.

Snare traps: These traps are usually used by those looking to euthanize raccoons on their grounds. The trap is a loop of cord designed to tighten around the raccoon’s neck and placed fixed to a fence post or stake. When used correctly, the raccoon dies very quickly. However, they do pose a danger to other animals, so use them with caution.