I have used drop traps but only on very trap savvy cats. The Tomahawks work very well with newbies. If you think the cats will not go into the trap, then a drop trap will work.
Do you have a crate? You can improvise a trap using that. Tie a length of strong twine to the top of the door. Loop the end through the top of the crate, put food at the back of the crate and walk away, hiding if you can.
When the cat goes in to eat, gently pull the twine to close the door. This works best if you have a helper who can run up and secure the door while you are pulling on the twine. If the crate is big enough, most cats won't notice the door closing.
I have placed a carrier at the back of the crate and fed in that, too. Once the crate door closes, you can use a stick to close the carrier. Most cats will seek refuge in the carrier. It is also easier than carrying a crate to the vets!
Do you have a crate? You can improvise a trap using that. Tie a length of strong twine to the top of the door. Loop the end through the top of the crate, put food at the back of the crate and walk away, hiding if you can.
When the cat goes in to eat, gently pull the twine to close the door. This works best if you have a helper who can run up and secure the door while you are pulling on the twine. If the crate is big enough, most cats won't notice the door closing.
I have placed a carrier at the back of the crate and fed in that, too. Once the crate door closes, you can use a stick to close the carrier. Most cats will seek refuge in the carrier. It is also easier than carrying a crate to the vets!