Glue traps are one of the cruelest forms of mouse and rat control that exists. Animals can suffer up to five days before finally dying, usually from suffocation, dehydration or starvation. Death can also occur from blood loss after a terrified animal attempts to free itself by chewing off its own limbs.

Glue traps work by trapping an animal -- any small animal -- helplessly in a sticky adhesive. As an animal struggles to free itself, it becomes more and more stuck. 

Despite attacks from PETA, the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation refuses to stop using glue traps even though there are more humane alternatives readily available. 

Sign the petition to tell the Department you won't stand by while glue traps are used.

Photo credit: Nick Moise