soak your pellet to make it easier to pull apart. fill a beaker with about 2 inches of water and add a drop of dishwashing detergent. soak the pellet for one minute – shaking the beaker gently every few seconds. use the paper towels to drain off the water. 3. use dissecting tools and fingers to gently pry apart the pellet. note: the bones you are looking for are small and easily broken. 4. set aside any bones you find on a separate sheet of paper. note: you might also find insect wings, fur, seeds, etc.