I hate using hot water to thaw. If you put the rat directly in it, it can soak too long and explode when the snake hits it. If you use a plastic baggie in the water, you have to weigh it down for it to actually thaw. I just set the rats out on paper towels in the snake room (or on top of the cage) on feeding day. Pups should only take ~2-3 hours to get to room temp, then warm the head with a hair dryer for ~30 seconds before offering with tongs.
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