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What are the pros and cons of neutering?

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LJRabbit

Young Bun
I have an 8 month old half dwarf rabbit. I was wondering if I should get him neutered, he isn't aggressive, but would it make him happier?

Also my local vet specialises in cats and dogs, but they do care for rabbits, would it be okay to get him done there if it's needed?
 
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There are no cons only pros.

There is a slight risk of an anaesthetic but this is the same with any animal/human. Just make sure you find a rabbit knowledgeable vets who does rabbit neuters frequently.

Pros are less hormonal/agressive behaviour, removes the risks of testicular or uterine cancer - which is high in rabbits.

You can also then keep two neutered bunnies happily together.
 
I would ALWAYS recommend getting a male and/or female rabbit neutered (unless a rabbit savvy vet has advised against it for whatever reason).

I must add though that anaesthetising a rabbit carries slightly higher risk than in a cat or dog for example. This is why choosing a vet who is experienced in Rabbit care is a neccesity.

Good post-operative care in rabbits is vital. They are unable to regulate their body temperature like we are and careful monitoring of their food intake (and output!) should be carried out.
 
LJRabbit said:
So the anesthetic isn't a big risk?
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Anaesthetics these days are much safer but like with humans and any other animal, there is always a risk. Rabbits and rodents do carry a higher risk but, as long as the rabbit is in good health, I still believe the pro's outweigh the risk.
 
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