Kim, I do agree that trying to mimic a natural diet that would be consumed in the wild is not a bad thing. I think that feeding one time companion animals is something I could never do. My point is that I highly doubt constrictors or boas would ever be consuming ferrets in the wild, since polecats and ferrets are from different localities. If I am wrong about this, I am sure someone on this list will be glad to correct me with facts. Also, if I was a snake owner, would I want to endanger my reptile by feeding a ferret or kitten which could REALLY harm the snake, or would I be using these animals as novel, sideshow entertainment? Too bad this guy can't find a Honey Badger to feed his snake! LOL... Lesley [Posted in FML 6385]