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Spaying and Neutering

alvin1999

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Hi everyone,
I have a mini lop male named Alvin, he will be 3 months old in 10 days (24th june) and I'm thinking about getting a companion but he is not spayed/neutered . When do I take him to get it done?


Please respond
Stella
 
As soon as his 'plums' have dropped :)

This usually occurs at about 14-16 weeks of age

I'd get him to a Vet now anyway as he needs his Myxomatosis and VHD Vaccinations, if he has not already had them.
 
Thanks, I'm not sure how much it is to get him vacinated my mum says it costs alot to do it, is that true and do you know how much it is in AUS :)
 
Thanks, I'm not sure how much it is to get him vacinated my mum says it costs alot to do it, is that true and do you know how much it is in AUS :)

Sorry, did not notice that you are in Aus

There is no Myxomatosis Vaccine available for Pet Rabbits in Aus :cry:

I believe the VHD Vaccine is available, but I have no idea of cost, you would be best to ask the Vet :)
 
Alright thanks, also I'm not sure if to get him an older companion from a rescue or wait untill Alvin is older. What would you do?
 
Alright thanks, also I'm not sure if to get him an older companion from a rescue or wait untill Alvin is older. What would you do?

First off I'd get him neutered, it will take a few weeks AFTER his op' for his hormones to settle down.

Age is not always relevant when finding a friend for a Rabbit. It is more dependent on each Buns personality. Taking your Bun to chose his friend for himself would be a good option if your local Rescue could accommodate this.
 
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