Rabbit Neutering

Rabbit neutering is often done when they are four months old.  A male rabbit’s testes are removed during castration, and a female rabbit’s uterus and ovaries are removed during spaying.  It is advisable to keep your rabbit away from unneutered females during this period since sperm can remain in the vaginal system for up to six weeks.  Since rabbits are gregarious animals, neutering them makes them happier by allowing them to bond or mate.

Benefits of Rabbit Neutering

• Prevents unwanted pregnancies and womb infections
• Can help prevent tumours and breast cancer
• Can also help prevent testicular cancer and prostate disease
• Assists in preventing roaming and aggressive behaviour

Should I let my rabbit have one litter before spaying her?

As with dogs and cats, there are no documented health benefits to letting your rabbit have a litter, despite the fact that this is a frequently asked subject.

General anaesthesia for Rabbits

At Kings Vets, we have procedures in place to guarantee your pet’s safety throughout the general anaesthetic required for rabbit neutering. During surgery and recuperation, your pet will be closely observed by a committed Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN). Even though rabbits are considered a “high risk” for anaesthesia, the advantages to health alone greatly exceed the hazards; rabbit anaesthetic has gotten significantly safer over time.

The age, breed, and presence of underlying medical issues of your pet can raise the risk of anaesthesia. Your pet will receive two forms of pain treatment in addition to a premedication to help them relax. Don’t worry; the Kings Vets staff will be there for your pet at every turn.

Choose Kings Vets For your Rabbit Neutering

Your pet will stay the day with us

We will talk about the process and go over the consent paperwork when you are admitted. Please note that the permission procedure requires the signature of the registered owner, who must be at least eighteen years old, or an authorised representative. As a “day patient,” your rabbit will be admitted to the hospital and, if our staff is satisfied with their recovery, discharged later that day.

The staff will go over all of the information you require on post-operative care and pain management during your pet’s discharge visit. Once you and your pet are comfortable back at home, please call us at 01664 567481 for our Melton practice or 0116 260 9367 for our Syston practice if you have any more queries. We are always available by phone.

We advise delivering rabbits alongside their friends to minimise the pain of parting for a bonded pair. Please make sure your rabbit is in a secure box or basket with a homey-smelling blanket. Bringing lunch for your bunnies is also a good idea. Rabbits are required to feed quickly after being given a general anaesthetic. Having their favourite foods available helps them recover more quickly, so you can take your rabbit home sooner rather than later.