Let's get something straight.

Yes, some very good things come with risk, such as driving or swimming.

But there are different kinds of risk.



There's self imposed risk such as driving a car or hang gliding. Self imposed risk is what we humans consciously choose for ourselves.



Then there's necessary risk that we choose for another, such as driving your child to school in the back of your car. Sure, cars crash, but the risk is minimal and worth it for their education. And giving your kids swimming lessons exposes them to a swimming pool, but the knowledge of how to swim then protects them if they fall out of a rowboat or something.



And then there's unnessary and irresponsible risk imposed on one you are ethically obligated to protect. Such as taking your dog hang gliding or having your little kid swim off a beach known for riptides.



Clearly there is debate on whether feeding a snake live prey falls into the second or third category. I personally think it falls into the third. But that is a matter of perception.



But if you consider snake safety the same as driving a car, you are shooting bull.



>>A much longer track record of success than any breeder with a lifespan of maybe 80 years. Remember? I've never yet seen a snake hurt by any prey, and I've fed live for years.



Oh, but I've seen the scars left, and I've heard (reliable sources) of snakes killed instantly by their prey turning. Shall we lock our dogs in the same room as a deer to give them fresh meat and the thrill of the hunt?
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