Terad3 Blox Rodenticide - Questions & Answers

Terad 3 is very popular because of the reduced risk of secondary poisoning.  A pet would have to eat a large amount of the actual bait to become very ill.  In turn, a pet would have to eat a huge number of rodents that ate a small amount of bait to become ill.  Most pets don't eat dead rodents....they may bring them to your doorstep but most do not consume the carcass.  Of course you must do your part and use discretion on where you place the bait for the rodents so it is out of reach of children and pets.

Terad3 causes hypervitaminosis (vitamin poisoning) which in turn causes calcification of the rodents heart, lungs and other important organs which of course leads to death.

Terad3 Is the bait chosen when secondary poising risks need to be minimized. Terad3 Blox by Bell Labs features the newest formulation in the fight against rodent infestations, using a whole new active ingredient: Vitamin D3. This new Vitamin D3 bait kills anticoagulant-resistant rats and mice (those resistant to other baits such as Contrac) and substantially reduces the risk of secondary poisoning. Terad 3 also poses a low toxicity to birds. The bait features a dense, tightly compacted 1 oz. bait block with superb durability, mold and moisture resistance and the ability to remain stable in temperatures as high as 200F.

We would recommend our new rodent bait from Bell Products called Terad3 Blox.  It is a new organic rodent bait that significantly reduces the risk of secondary poisoning.  Also, a dog or cat would have to get a hold of numerous dead rodents to feel the effects of a rodent bait, usually more than 10, and the pet would have to actually consume the entire rodent.  Most pets might play around with a dead rodent, but not consume it.

Fastrac and Terad3 Blox are both very effective rodenticides. However, there are pros and cons for each of them. The Pro of Fastrac is that it does provide you with the fastest kill of rodents (normally within 12-48 hours after feeding) but because Fastrac is a faster kill it does not have an antidote available to stop an untargeted poisoning. Terad3 Blox has shown great bait acceptance and has low toxicity to untargeted animals or birds and a great price point.

Terad3 is very effective for rat and rodent control. Rats will not be an overnight fix - so be prepared to be patient, as it can take a few weeks for all of the rats to die off (depending how many you have). Also, when using a bait such as Terad3, you cannot guarantee where the rodent will die. The only way to guarantee where it will die is by using traps. Consider the T-Rex Rat Traps.

Yes, it is possible that a smaller squirrel can fit in the Protecta Rat Bait Stations. Since squirrels and rats are similar sized, there are not really any options that will target only rats and not squirrels other than a live catch trap. If you happen to catch the squirrel, you can let it go. It is possible that if they consume the Terad3 bait that it will affect them.

We would recommend our new rodent bait from Bell Products called Terad3 Blox.  It is a new organic rodent bait that significantly reduces the risk of secondary poisoning.  Also, a dog or cat would have to get a hold of numerous dead rodents to feel the effects of a rodent bait, usually more than 10, and the pet would have to actually consume the entire rodent.  Most pets might play around with a dead rodent, but not consume it.

The safest bait we carry is called Terad3 and it is labeled as an organic bait.  It has very low secondary poisoning toxicity, and the cats would have to eat a lot of mice to become ill.  However, most cats and dogs will play with a dead mouse but rarely will they actually consume a dead animal.  You should always make sure you apply the bait safely in places where you cats cannot access the actual bait.

Waste resulting from the use of Terad3 Blox may be placed in the trash or delivered to an approved waste disposal facility.

There are no products on the market like what you speak of.  It has been a myth for years that a product like this exists, but it does not.  Terad 3 causes death by an accumulation of calcium in the internal organs and would be safe around a pond as long as the product is not able to get into the water itself.

Terad3 Blox Baits should be replaced if they are insect infested, moldy, melted or smell rancid. Baits that were placed out back in December most likely need to be replaced with fresh bait. There really isn't a set amount time that has to pass before baits must be replaced.

Terad3 Blox is an excellent bait choice if you are concerned about secondary poisoning, such as your dogs eating rodents that have consumed the bait, since it is designed with this type of situation in mind. Of course, you should always use baits in tamper-resistant stations and store baits out of reach of children and non-target animals. For indoor areas such as a crawl space, we would recommend using traps such as the Catchmaster Easy Set Rat Snap Trap so that you can easily locate and remove dead rodents. Please see our Rat Treatment Guide for additional tips and information.

Yes, Terad3 Blox does not kill within a single feed like Contrac or Fastrac.  Fastrac will kill within 1-2 days. Contrac will kill within 1-5 days.

The main difference between Terad3 and Terad 3 AG is the product label. The product label on each product is geared specifically for commercial/residential use or organic production. To learn more about any differences between the baits you should contact Bell Labs, the manufacturer, directly 800-323-6628.

Terad3 Blox are recommended for situations where secondary poisoning may be a concern.  A small dog would have to actually eat, not just chew on, several mice (think 20 or more) to have any type of reaction. Terad3 Blox should be used in tamper resistant bait stations such as the Protecta Mouse Bait Stations to reduce the risk of non-target animals accessing the bait. You can place the stations around the outside perimeter of your home to help get rid of the mice before they move indoors.

If Terad3 Blox were ingested we recommend to contact poison control 1-800-222-1222 immediately. Although, it is lower risk product it is still not recommended for ingestion. This is why you always want to place bait blocks in tamper resistant bait stations.

You could potentially find mice anywhere they like to travel. Of course you may not see any at all if they return to a hidden burrow when they start feeling the effects of the bait.

Terad3 Blox are not specifically labeled for voles. We would recommend using Kaput Rat and Mouse Bait. They come in place packs that are in pelleted form. This is best for voles in particular. It will also work very well for mice. For voles, open a pack and load one ounce (half of a pack) of bait into each bait station. Situate bait stations near runways, burrow openings or plants that voles have been damaging. Maintain a fresh supply of bait for 15 days. Use a tamper-resistant bait station when children, pets, or non-target wildlife are present. For mice, open a pack and apply 1/4 to 1/2 ounce of bait per placement at intervals of 8 to 12 feet. Maintain a fresh supply of bait for 15 days. First dead rats, mice and voles will appear 4 to 5 days after feeding begins. Always follow label directions.

The Terad3 Blox should be placed in tamper resistant bait stations within 50 ft of the building. The best way to get rid of the rodents that are already in your cottage is to trap them with snap traps, glue boards and/or live catch traps. We do not recommend using poison baits indoors because after the mice/rats eat the bait they may go into an inaccessible area to die causing a terrible odor and possibly even a secondary insect infestation (it is a myth that there is a poison bait that will cause the mice/rats to dry out and not smell or to leave the house in search of water). It is important that you place the traps directly in the mice/rats travel path and bait them with an attractive bait such as nuts, dog kibble, canned tuna or peanut butter. Be patient, it could take several days or even a couple of weeks before the mice/rats are comfortable enough with the traps to approach them and be captured. After you have eliminated your current infestation, you must take the time to exclude rodents from entering your home in the future. Please take a few moments to read our article: How to Rodent Proof Your Home.