There are a few keys when it comes to live feeding and ensure the safety of your animal.
1# Feeding a rodent that is the appropriate size, never feed something too large, in case of a BP you will never need to feed an adult anything really larger than a medium rat which his about 125 grams.
2# Make sure the rodent is fed and well hydrated prior to being fed of.
3# Enticing the snake by pre-scenting the room.
4# Supervising feeding, remove any an eaten prey after 20 minutes.
I feed a few thousands of live rats each year and have done so for a few years now and none of my snake has ever sustain any injuries that would require my intervention.
And remember owning a snake mean being willing to feed live when needed.
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