Always defrost frozen pet food naturally at room temperature on newspaper or paper towels away from human food, food preparation surfaces and equipment and do not leave them for long after defrosting before feeding to your reptile. Do not defrost reptile food in warm water or in the microwave and do not use other equipment such as hair-dryers as all these methods could lead to increased risk of contamination of your hands and other items and surfaces. Feeding feeder rodents to cats and other pets may lead them to contract Salmonella and potentially pass the infection on to you – it is best to discuss this first with a veterinary professional. Feeder rodents should only be fed to animals for which this food is an accepted part of their diet. Thoroughly disinfect any surfaces and equipment used, such as bowls, which may have come into contact with the frozen feed after every use. Household bleach, or boiling of smaller items, is suitable for this – disinfectant sprays are not sufficient. Do not use disinfectants on reptiles or other animals. Carefully dispose of the newspaper or kitchen towels and packaging after use out of reach of children and other pets.