Here's some tips for the next time you go out trapping:

When I have burrs in Fox, Coyote and Coons, I've found that by spraying Johnson's Kids No More Tangles, or a cheaper Wal-Mart generic equivalent, will help get the burrs out. Just spray some on the fur where the burrs are and let it set for a couple of minutes, then comb it out. Most burrs will slide right out.

I boil my snares in water and baking soda. Put your snares in, bring your water to a boil, add half a box of baking soda and let boil for 5 - 10 minutes. This will remove any oil from your snares and give them a dull gray finish.

Ever have coons that keep robbing your pocket sets by flipping traps, or not even touching the trap? Well here’s an idea that will help. Go to the set where the coons have been robbing, and set 1-2 trail sets using either coni, foothold or snare 4 feet away from the robbed set and you'll be able to nab that thieving coon.

When trapping in ice & snow , traps tend to freeze down. Use Ziploc bags and put your set trap in and seal it.

If your pet gets sprayed by a skunk:

Mix all ingredients together in a plastic bucket;

1 quart hydrogen peroxide
1 cup baking soda
1 teaspoon liquid dish-soap

Use a sponge or cloth to wipe the animal, can do the inside of the mouth but KEEP OUT OF THE EYES! Mix as needed (It doesn't store well after mixing) It also works great for removing odors from opossum and raccoon pelts as well)

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