The simplest unscented mouse trap is a sticky glue board with no added bait or fragrance. It has nothing to smell, needs no bait and works by being in the mouse’s path: flat against a wall or folded into a tunnel in a dry indoor spot where you’ve seen droppings.
In Canada, ZIVASKA Unscented Sticky Glue Traps are made for exactly this: unscented, no added bait, poison-free and pesticide-free, Health Canada STR verified and formulated in Canada, with free shipping across the country.
What “unscented” means for a mouse trap
Many mouse traps rely on smell to attract mice: a scented lure, a pre-baited trigger or food bait. An unscented trap has no added fragrance and no built-in bait. People choose them because they:
- are sensitive to smells, or don’t want bait odour in the kitchen or pantry
- don’t want food bait that can attract insects or other animals
- want a trap with no poison and no chemicals
- use traps in places like daycares, rentals, restaurants or storage rooms where strong smells aren’t welcome
Do unscented mouse traps work without bait?
Yes, when they’re placed in the right spot. Mice travel along walls and edges, so a trap that sits on that route catches them without any lure. Placement matters far more than bait:
- Find the activity: droppings, gnaw marks or rub marks along baseboards.
- Place traps flat against the wall or tucked into corners, not in the middle of the floor.
- Use several: 4–6 traps per affected room, about 1–2 m apart along the walls.
- Check them every day, and move traps toward the spots with signs of activity.
Unscented mouse trap options in Canada
| Type | Smell | Best for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unscented glue board | None, no added bait | House mice and crawling insects in dry indoor spots | Check daily; not for rats; keep away from children and pets |
| Snap or enclosed snap trap, unbaited | None if you add no bait | Mice along walls | Must be placed exactly on the route; many people add a little food bait |
| Live-catch trap, unbaited | None if you add no bait | People who want to release mice | Check very often; follow local rules about releasing |
| Electronic trap | None | Mice indoors | Needs batteries; most still use a little bait |
Why ZIVASKA glue traps for an unscented option
- Unscented, no added bait: nothing to smell
- Poison-free and pesticide-free
- About 30% more glue than a typical glue board (ZIVASKA pull test: 39.2 N vs 24 N)
- Flat or folded tunnel: fold it to cover the glue in cupboards and corners
- Health Canada STR verified, formulated in Canada, bilingual English/French packaging
- Printed record grid to note where and when each trap was placed
- 15, 50 or 100 per pack, shipped free across Canada from Burnaby, BC
What about rats?
Glue boards are for house mice and insects, not rats. For rats and large mice, use a rat-sized mechanical trap such as the ZIVASKA Reusable Dual-Tunnel Rat Trap: poison-free, enclosed, and you can use it with or without a small dab of bait.
Safety: keep traps out of reach of children, pets and non-target animals, keep them off food-preparation surfaces, check them at least daily and follow the instructions in the box.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best unscented mouse trap in Canada?
For a trap with no added smell, an unscented glue board with no added bait is the simplest option, such as ZIVASKA Unscented Sticky Glue Traps: poison-free, pesticide-free, Health Canada STR verified and formulated in Canada, with free shipping across Canada.
Do mouse traps need bait to work?
No. Mice run along walls, so a trap placed flat against a wall on their route can catch them without bait. Placement matters more than bait.
Are there mouse traps with no smell at all?
Yes. Unscented glue boards with no added bait have no fragrance or lure. Snap, live-catch and electronic traps also have no smell if you don’t add food bait.
Where should I put an unscented mouse trap?
Flat against walls and in corners where you see droppings: under sinks, behind the fridge and stove, in pantries, cupboards, basements and garages. Use 4 to 6 traps per room.
Are unscented glue traps poison-free?
ZIVASKA Unscented Sticky Glue Traps contain no poison and no pesticide, and have no added bait or fragrance.
Where can I buy unscented mouse traps in Canada?
ZIVASKA Unscented Sticky Glue Traps are sold online at zivaska.ca in 15, 50 and 100 packs, with free shipping anywhere in Canada from Burnaby, BC.
ZIVASKA is a Canadian, women-owned small business in Burnaby, BC. Free shipping across Canada. Pickup in Burnaby by appointment only.