MrLang, thanks

Sorraia, this is all really great insight and information. And ultimately we are dealing with biology. My snakes don't eat my pets, and I feel that by feeding F/T -- this is just my take on it for my peace of mind -- I'm doing what's most humane for both my snakes and their food. I can only do so much, and a snake's got to eat.

Fortunately (for the state of my brain) I'm not breeding and have even taken ridiculous steps to ensure I won't be overrun with potential "free food", so I can still keep a distinct level of separation between the pets and the snake food. Whew.

I'm reading on the forum you suggested and it's very interesting. We'll see how it goes