I think we would be niave to believe everything we hear, but I hear many examples of snakes being injured by live prey from people I know and trust. Its not just seeing a pic or two on the internet.
I dont have to see it to believe it does happen. Just like I dont have to see a case of IBD before I believe it exists...
You are saying dont believe it until you see it or have proof, but you are expecting people to NOT believe it based on your experience. I would like to think that newbies are smart enough to say "better safe then sorry".
I understand the chances are low, but when there is an alternative that works just as well, without that small risk, you should take it
