Is there an answer to squeamishness regarding feeding pet snakes?
You have a lot of answers already but I want to add a few things. First of all, it’s better to feed your snake in a box or the bathtub rather than their cage. That keeps the cage clean- the smell excites the snake. Feeding in their cage can also make them associate opening their lid with feeding and there is more chance that the snake may mistake a hand for food. Our girls know what’s up when they go in the box- they get very excited. I didn’t see anyone mention the fact that frozen rodents are also healthier because if they have any parasites, freezing kills them. And also if your snake doesn’t take to the frozen/thawed mouse, you can cut it open a little to expose the entrails. I really understand how you feel. This was one of my concerns. Live rodents squeal when they are caught- it’s very disturbing to an animal lover. But the frozen works very well and it is amazing to watch them eat! Our corn snake was given to us by someone who fed her live but she took to the frozen immediately
