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I don't know if this is in the right place - sorry if it's not.

I have only recently got a rabbit, he is 10 weeks old and I have had him for 2 weeks. Me and my husband have decided that we think he might need a friend as he seems lonely when he doesn't have our attention. I know it would be better to get a female to be his friend and I also know that they will both need to be neutered in order for them to live happily but what age can I get this done? And is it a good idea to introduce a female rabbit to my male rabbit? Just need some advice because I dont want my rabbit to be lonely!
 
I'd get a female from a rescue which will already be neutered and they may be able to bond for you. I'm not sure of the age a male can be neutered its been a while since I've had a male neutered. I know its 21 weeks for a female but less for a male. You might like to check with your vet when you get your rabbit vaccinated.
 
Around the age of 12 weeks old some male rabbits mature enough to get them neutered, others take a bit longer.

There are a number of rescues on here who have rabbits of all ages who may be able to help you with finding a suitable partner and also bonding a rabbit to yours.

It is also essential that you find a good vet to do the neutering, vaccinations and who you have in mind for any unforeseen problems in the future.
 
My male rabbit was neutered last week aged 10 and a half weeks as his testes had dropped (not that I had spotted them on my first look, but they were there)! I know this age is a lot earlier than others have suggested on here, but I just wanted you to know that is was successful in Dylan's case.
 
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