ok, here is the deal. i went to the reptile shop where i usually go and bought small rats (though i think they were large mice so i got extra). they looked fine going into the box (with screens on the side for ventilation), they looked fine as i feed the first three ... they were all running around and trying to get out. when i go for the next ones they look like they are having a seizure and their legs are blue mouthes gasping for air. i call the reptile store back to see if anyone has had the same issue. they said that rats sufficate in the heat ... is that a valid answer or should i be worried that they had some thing and now my snakes ate some so are they going to be ok? a quick answer is appreciated.

just a note ... i found out the other day that they are both female, just some happy news to go with the bad