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We were all at the Reptile show (got a Jalisco Milksnake and a Grey-Banded Kingsnake), except my daughter.

When we pulled into the garage, the freezer door was open. Upon inquiring, she said only 10 minutes, but I think much longer. My pinkie mice were starting to thaw. I had most of them "Foodsaver'ed", but you could see the blood/juices running. The other few I had separated were similarly soft-ish.

QUESTION: If I let them refreeze, and then thaw as needed, will they still keep and be safe, or do I have to pitch them all now? They never left the freezer (there was cold air blowing over the paper bag they were in) but they're definitely partially thawed.

Thanks!

Walt

If they were still cold, you can refreeze them and they will be fine. However, don't be surprised (or alarmed) if the consistency of those pinks is mushier than normal when you thaw them again.

regards,
althea

Thanks...

I don't care if the snakes don't!

Walt