I could defintiely see some problems with feeding a prey item that is too big. For one, if the bp takes it ( and i do mean if for the reason that hhw posted above ) you've gotta think about what that size prey could do to the digestive tract of the snake. They are only made to stretch so far. Same thing goes with the jaw and all its connective tissue and muscles. I've brought home rats that were too big for Andy before, and he wouldnt even eat them. Slither all over them, sure ... but not even strike at or try to eat. If you get home and realize that the rat you've gotten is too big call the petstore ( or ask them while you are there ) if they would exchange the rat for you. I've had to do that twice now. The place i go to is very helpful that way, and if its a mom and pop kind of operation .. they're glad to have the repeat business.

As for the second question, i'm sure they still smell like rodent. I only froze pre-killed once and thawed it back out. Andy took it with no problems. Just make sure you are not leaving it dead before freezing for too long. Otherwise it will start its decomposure process and can be really stinky :shock: