I'll say this...if someone near me were breeding rodents for whatever reason...and they began to show up in my yard and/or house....you betcha I'd be wanting something done about it.
If you breed rodents, you're absolutely responsible for keeping them from escaping. If your neighbors see your rodents, you can bet there'll be an outcry. They're probably at least as reviled as snakes in most cases.
Responsible keeping...AND discretion....for snakes and rodents both.