What You Can Do
At Croaked, we’re all about empowerment. That’s why we’ve put the science right into your hands, so you can euthanize Cane Toads efficiently and humanely yourself – without getting your hands dirty. But there are other steps you can take to protect your backyard from Cane Toads in the first place.
If you spot a Cane Toad in your backyard
If the cunning creatures manage to infiltrate your garden despite your best efforts, it’s time to bring out the big guns – your trusty spray bottle of CROAKED™. CROAKED™ is an effective, humane way to euthanize Cane Toads, without getting your hands dirty. Governments and animal welfare groups do not recommend you employ any of the following methods which were popular before the science boffins at Croaked came up with a better solution:
- Catching Cane Toads and placing them in the freezer;
- Using household products such as Dettol to poison Cane Toads;
- Clubbing Cane Toads to death with a golf club or similar instrument.
These methods are violent, risky and cruel for you, the Cane Toad, and your poor kids watching through the back window being traumatised by the carnage. You don’t need to resort to them if you’ve got Croaked on hand – you can kill them kindly, with science, instead.
Simply:
- Identify that it’s definitely a Cane Toad.
- Spray CROAKED™ directly onto the Cane Toad’s skin.
- Observe as the toad is quickly sedated and immobilised.
- Check the toad after 2 minutes for signs of life (movement, respiration).
- When you’re confident the toad has Croaked, remove and dispose of it safely* and humanely.
*Never touch a Cane Toad without wearing gloves.
About CROAKED™
At Croaked, we’re here to empower Australians and arm them with the best possible weapon in their ongoing fight against Cane Toads. We’ve combined some clever science stuff in a handy spray pack so that you can tackle those unwelcome invaders like the backyard superhero you are. CROAKED™ promises to give everyday Australians control over their Cane Toad problem, by putting the science in their hands.
About Cane Toad
Do you know what a Cane Toad looks like? Or that they have five sets of teeth? Find out more about Cane Toads and why they are such a problem in Australia.
History & Research
The Cane Toad (Rhinella marina) isn’t native to Australia – so how did they get here? Nope, they’re not just fantastic swimmers! Learn about the origins of Cane Toads in Australia, and why we are so hell bent on removing them.
What you can do
The Cane Toad problem can leave you feeling pretty powerless, but we’re here to help. Find out how to protect your family from Cane Toads and take your backyard back.