THIS sounds like the most likely explanation. Somehow I never learn to stop expecting quality anything, from anyone. Where should we order from? How exactly, in 105 degree temps, am I supposed to get a frozen package to my freezer before it starts to thaw?Originally Posted by Evenstar
This is exactly what I was thinking. I have fed f/t from petsmart and you need to be careful that the quality is up to par. If the mouse/rat was not frozen AS SOON AS IT DIED, then there is a chance that rigor has already set in. Remember that that can happen in a remarkably short time in such a small animal. They'll start to stiffen within an hour. If a large company euthanizes many at a time, it might be awhile before they get to the freezing part. If the rodent is already experiencing rigor, it's not fresh enough for your snake, imo. Once the rodent is thawed, it should be real soft and floppy and all limbs should move readily. Buy your rodents from a reputable breeder - it'll be cheaper too!
Glad your snake is ok - hurray for your wife! I'm not sure my hubby could have done that, lol....
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