Fuzzy Rats – Bag of 25

Raised on **Mazuri® Premium Rodent Diet** and flash-frozen at peak condition, our fuzzy rats provide dependable nutrition and consistent sizing for a wide range of carnivorous species. Every feeder is humanely euthanized and carefully inspected to ensure quality and cleanliness you can trust, preferred by breeders, zoos, and animal professionals.

- Approximate weight: 14-20g each  
- Freezer-grade packaging  
- Perfect for: reptiles, exotics, and birds of prey  
- Feeder-grade assurance: hormone-free, preservative-free

Food Safety & Handling Guidelines

Why Safe Handling Matters

Providing high-quality, nutritious food is essential to the health and well-being of every reptile, bird of prey, or carnivorous mammal in your care. Frozen feeders are a convenient and reliable way to ensure a consistent diet, but—like all raw meats—they require careful handling to maintain freshness and prevent contamination. Following proper storage and sanitation procedures protects both your animals and the humans who care for them.

Storage & Inspection

When your shipment arrives:

• Inspect Immediately: Check that the feeders are fully frozen and that packaging is intact upon delivery.

• Freeze Promptly: Store the shipment in a freezer set to –10°F (–23°C) or colder. This temperature maintains product integrity and helps preserve nutrients.

• Rotate Stock: Practice First In, First Out (FIFO) rotation—use older inventory before newer stock to ensure consistent freshness.

Feeders stored properly can maintain quality for up to one year.

Personal Safety Precautions

Frozen feeder rodents, like any raw meat, may contain bacteria that freezing does not eliminate. To reduce risk:

• Wear latex or nitrile gloves and consider using a mask when handling frozen or thawed feeders.

• Avoid contact if you are immunocompromised, pregnant, or under 5 years of age.

• Wash hands thoroughly with warm water and soap after handling feeders or any surfaces they contact.

• After washing, applying an alcohol-based hand sanitizer provides an extra layer of protection.

Never eat, drink, smoke, or handle human food while working with animal feed items.

Cleaning & Disinfection

Always clean and disinfect tools and surfaces after handling frozen or thawed prey items:

1. Clean: Wash tongs, trays, tables, and food containers with hot, soapy water (preferably 180°F or higher).

2. Disinfect: Follow with a sanitizing solution of 1 part bleach to 9 parts water, ensuring full contact for at least one minute.

3. Dry completely before reuse to prevent bacterial growth.

Keep animal feed items and handling supplies separate from all human food preparation areas.

Thawing & Feeding

Proper thawing ensures both safety and nutritional quality:

• Thaw feeders inside a  refrigerator at or below 40°F (4°C)—never in a sink, on a countertop, or with hot 

•  water.

• Do not microwave feeders, as this can cause uneven thawing and bacterial growth.

• Feed immediately after thawing. If not eaten, discard uneaten prey—never refreeze or offer to another animal, as this can transmit disease.

Responsible Handling Protects Everyone

Nearly all reported incidents of illness or contamination stem from improper handling, not the food itself. By adhering to these best practices, you’ll protect yourself, your animals, and the integrity of your feeding program.