Thanks for the edit, JLC! I was half-way through my question when my stove alarm went off and I had to go turn down the heat on dinner, so I quickly pounded out the rest of the question and hit ‘submit’. (I forgot a crucial ‘n’ didn’t I? )

Indeed, the faNgs is what I was asking about, and thanks for the replies! It sounds like I’d still not want to get bit, but at least if it happened, knowing this will help.

I’ve heard that if they do bit, and latch, one of the ways to get them to release is to put cold water on their head – and as a last resort, some alcohol. How does that work? I mean, do you sprinkle it on them, or actually pour it over them, or what? (I’d be worried about getting something harsh like alcohol in their nose!)