yeah I'd try a rat, and yes live or pre killed just to start.
bloods rarely even eat mice(too small) as babies I start mine off on ratpups from the get go, maybe one or two liked mice, till they fell in love with a rat.
i assume you know the right sizes and all... you'll be fine..
you should post a pic of him for size reference & cuz I want to see him
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