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So two days ago I bought mouse traps. These are tubular devices that contain the carcass so I won't have to look my victim in the eye as I inter him in the trashcan. Unfortunately, they have not been effective. Wrong bait, perhaps, although mice don't seem to be picky eaters. My fear is that he's just too smart. 
 
Suggestions?

[<font]There are live traps. They work well for a few mice, but if you have more, they will eventually learn how to avoid them.
 
One is called a Tin Cat. You can get them at Lowe's or Home Depot. There are also plastic versions. Peanut Butter is a great lure, as has been mentioned.
 

 
A few years ago, we had an infestation (while owning three cats, believe it or not). I caught 36 of them in three days. Since I am a modular human being (heart transplant recipient), these guys are a bit more dangerous for me than for most (immuno-suppressed medically to keep the heart happily esconced in my body). My wife got upset at me (I hate killing things) and finally called an exterminator.
 
I guess I'm worth more to her than the mice. That's kind of nice (but not for the mice).
 

I didn't think explosives were the best option - for now. But I did buy some peppermint oil. Holy crap, that stuff's $30 an ounce! I also replaced my bait with peanut butter as per several suggestions. 
 
However, I haven't seen my furry friend for two days now. He has either died behind my filing cabinet, or he's figured out there isn't anything to eat in here and split of his own accord. The problem may have solved itself.
 
But my studio/office smells nice and minty now.