How old does a male bunny have to be to be neutered?
Male rabbits can be neutered as soon as the testicles descend, usually between 3 and 4 months old. The procedure is straightforward and rarely carries any complications; the testicles are removed completely under general anaesthetic, leaving only a few stitches in the skin.
How long does it take for a bunny to heal after neutering?
Isolate the healing rabbit. Rabbits can be aggressive around each other. While spaying or neutering can calm your bunny, other rabbits can cause injury during the recovery period. This is especially true when keeping male and female rabbits in the same cage. For up to four weeks after surgery, a male rabbit can still impregnate other rabbits.
When is the best time to spay and neuter a rabbit?
Females can be spayed as soon as they sexually mature, usually around 4 months of age, but many veterinarians prefer to wait until they are 6 months old, as surgery is riskier on a younger rabbit. Males can be neutered as soon as the testicles descend, usually around 8-12 weeks.
How many rabbits have been spayed or neutered in the US?
The House Rabbit Society has had over 1000 rabbits spayed or neutered with approximately .1% mortality due to anesthesia. A knowledgeable rabbit veterinarian can spay or neuter your rabbit with very little risk to a healthy rabbit.
How old does a rabbit have to be to get neutered?
It is always a good idea, in a rabbit over 2 years of age, to have a very thorough health check done, including full blood work. This may be more expensive than the surgery, but it will help detect any condition that could make the surgery more risky. This is especially important if anesthetics other than isofluorene are used.
The House Rabbit Society has had over 1000 rabbits spayed or neutered with approximately .1% mortality due to anesthesia. A knowledgeable rabbit veterinarian can spay or neuter your rabbit with very little risk to a healthy rabbit.
Can a male rabbit get along with an unneutered male?
Neutered males tend to be calmer and more likely to get along. Two male rabbits from the same litter have the best chance of getting along. They must both be neutered to prevent hormones from damaging their relationship. Never keep two unneutered male rabbits together, even if they’re brothers.
How old does a rabbit have to be to have surgery?
Veterinarians will have their own opinions on this, but in general, after a rabbit is 6 years old, anesthetics and surgery become more risky, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be done. Simply consult your veterinarian regarding your rabbit’s health and circumstances, and opt for pre-surgical blood work.
