Have you tried the Zombie rat dance. Basically get some feeding tongs and hold the rat by the back skin and move it around the tub as if it is still alive. Also use a blow dryer to heat up the head a bit more. when he strikes and wraps let go of the back and start tugging on the tail. It will simulate a live rat. When he wraps a bit tighter let go and you got it. Good luck!!![]()