None of the reptile stores in your area sell rat fuzzies or pups? I know in my area, there are 2 places. 1 is fairly close but they have to order from their supplier and she told me it would be kind of expensive but she would do it. The other place is about a 40-45 min drive but they breed their own mice and rats so they have every size you want and inbetween sizes as well. Maybe try farther out? Cause im in the same boat as you on ordering. The shipping just kills me to here plus I feed fresh killed, did frozen a few times but I prefer fresh.