So first enclosure I have a 40 Gal glass, front opening doors,19x37x19 covered on three sides, and the top is mostly covered expect where I have CHE. I use both CHE and Heat mat (thermostat controlled of course), Aspen bedding, 1 plastic box hide and one half log one. my Temp on the high side are 5-87 with the hot spot between 91-92 and the cool side is 79-81. Humidity is 52-53 %. For the thawing part. 1.get rat out of freeze into zip lock bag.2. overnight in frig thaw. 3. heat water in microwave to about 110. 4. Place rat in water ( I've done both inside and out of bag.).5. check that rat is at least 92 to 98 degrees.6. feed. Outside of placing in the enclosure and putting him back when in got out during a feeding attempt I have not handle him. maybe three mins. total if that.


KL