i agree. i have this problem frequently where they are activated by the smell and rush out of the hide but then appear to show little interest.. if he's aroused by the smell then you know that he wants to eat, its just a case of identifying the food. using a hairdryer sucks. ive found getting a hot cup of water and dipping the mouse for 5 or 10 seconds and immediately offering it to the snake is best. make sure its not hot enough to scold him though.