Its good that u stuck around to make sure he got it down . I mean its f/t right toss and walk right ....
I stick around and make sure he has got it down and needs no assisting there has been times when I have had to hold the mouse in the tongs when he is swallowing in so it does not fall out . Mine was not in good shape when I got him either . So for the more delicate ones I think it is wise to stay and watch and make sure U/your wife did great !!!!