im trying to figure out whats the best way to safely handle a live rat when transferring from its cage to the snake cage without getting bit. i thought about gloves but was told that the snake could mistake the gloves for the rat should it miss the rat during the strike...i was also told that tongs would be the best way to go...i looked up a couple reptile supply websites and spoke with a couple people who suggested tweezers or hemostats....im getting too many options lol now im confused so what do ya'll do? what works best? tongs, hemostats or tweezers? im looking into getting something 12" or longer...to put distance between my hand and the rat & snake. i know picking up rats by their tails is not a good idea same reason why you dont pick up a cat or dog by its tail lol...well, i'll be back later to check for replies. thx for any ideas/advice offered.