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Do I spay my 5 year old bun?

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Bebbeb

Young Bun
Hey guys!

I've been going back and forth about this for months now! I took on Ebony when she was 1 year old and up till just recently (Christmas time) I believed she was spayed!
Now my concern is her age, she's most likely 5 and a few months. Is she too old for the surgery? I love her to the moon and back and I know how painful cancer can be for rabbits and I know how common it is for females to develop it past the age of 5. I'm stuck between risking the surgery or risking her getting cancer.
 
Bebbeb said:
Hey guys!

I've been going back and forth about this for months now! I took on Ebony when she was 1 year old and up till just recently (Christmas time) I believed she was spayed!
Now my concern is her age, she's most likely 5 and a few months. Is she too old for the surgery? I love her to the moon and back and I know how painful cancer can be for rabbits and I know how common it is for females to develop it past the age of 5. I'm stuck between risking the surgery or risking her getting cancer.
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If Ebony is in good health and at a healthy weight then I would definitely have her spayed. I would request a pre op' blood profile to check her major organ function and also a chest Xray. Assuming both revealed no abnormalities and the Vet was very Rabbit Savvy I think spaying her would be a lesser risk than not doing so.

But really only you can make the final decision, good luck whatever that decision turns out to be xx
 
Well a few months back Ebony had a consultation due to something that concerned me but it was nothing serious and something that was to go on it's own. The vet said she was a healthy weight, good teeth and lovely fur so that itself must say she's good to go, right? I have another issue, I won't be able to get her done for another month or 2 due to my location! would that be fine or is that risking it?
 
Bebbeb said:
Hey guys!

I've been going back and forth about this for months now! I took on Ebony when she was 1 year old and up till just recently (Christmas time) I believed she was spayed!
Now my concern is her age, she's most likely 5 and a few months. Is she too old for the surgery? I love her to the moon and back and I know how painful cancer can be for rabbits and I know how common it is for females to develop it past the age of 5. I'm stuck between risking the surgery or risking her getting cancer.
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I would definitely get her spayed, if she's otherwise in good health!

80% of females begin to develop uterine cancer by the age of five years, as you know ..

http://www.rabbitwelfare.co.uk/pdfs/neutering28807.pdf

The benefits far outweigh the risks, in my opinion.

I would ensure you have a *very good and rabbit savvy vet* !!
 
Bebbeb said:
Well a few months back Ebony had a consultation due to something that concerned me but it was nothing serious and something that was to go on it's own. The vet said she was a healthy weight, good teeth and lovely fur so that itself must say she's good to go, right? I have another issue, I won't be able to get her done for another month or 2 due to my location! would that be fine or is that risking it?
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We cross posted :D

Yes a month or two would be fine. No need to panic now, but get it organised with a great and safe vet :thumb:
 
I agree with whats been said and think having her spayed would be in her best interest.
I'd discuss with my vets closer to the time about pre-op bloods to help show her kidney function (they can then decide if she's in good condition, or if they need to take extra precautions such as fluid therapy before, during & after the op).
They'll do checks before she has the anaesthetic on the day (listen to heart, abdomen for 'gut sounds', listen to lungs, weight check etc)
 
daphnephoebe said:
I agree with whats been said and think having her spayed would be in her best interest.
I'd discuss with my vets closer to the time about pre-op bloods to help show her kidney function (they can then decide if she's in good condition, or if they need to take extra precautions such as fluid therapy before, during & after the op).
They'll do checks before she has the anaesthetic on the day (listen to heart, abdomen for 'gut sounds', listen to lungs, weight check etc)
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:thumb:
 
daphnephoebe said:
I agree with whats been said and think having her spayed would be in her best interest.
I'd discuss with my vets closer to the time about pre-op bloods to help show her kidney function (they can then decide if she's in good condition, or if they need to take extra precautions such as fluid therapy before, during & after the op).
They'll do checks before she has the anaesthetic on the day (listen to heart, abdomen for 'gut sounds', listen to lungs, weight check etc)
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The vet I use for rabbit spays (not my normal vet) always gives fluids as standard. I would expect that for such a major operation, but worth checking the vet is aware :D
 
Ok, thank you all!

I will spay her as soon as I get chance! i just so a neutered male bun up for adoption! he is 3 years old, is it too late to try bond them or would I best off leaving ebony on her own? He's a gorgeous looking boy <3
 
Bebbeb said:
Ok, thank you all!

I will spay her as soon as I get chance! i just so a neutered male bun up for adoption! he is 3 years old, is it too late to try bond them or would I best off leaving ebony on her own? He's a gorgeous looking boy <3
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It's never too late !! I'd leave it for a few weeks after Ebony's spay to allow her to fully heal both externally and internally :)
 
Jack's-Jane said:
It's never too late !! I'd leave it for a few weeks after Ebony's spay to allow her to fully heal both externally and internally :)
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Ok! She's a lovely girl, she can be feisty but she absolutely love's attention! so I'm hoping she will accept another bun because I know they like to have friends <3

If anyone is interested you can see ebony here https://www.instagram.com/bebbebs/
It's my Instagram page lol.

Thank you again! I really appreciate everyone's help :)
 
Bebbeb said:
Ok, thank you all!

I will spay her as soon as I get chance! i just so a neutered male bun up for adoption! he is 3 years old, is it too late to try bond them or would I best off leaving ebony on her own? He's a gorgeous looking boy <3
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It's never too late!

I have bonded many rabbits, and the oldest has been 13 years old :D
 
MightyMax said:
It's never too late!

I have bonded many rabbits, and the oldest has been 13 years old :D
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13 years!? were they indoor? Ebony is indoor and I'm thinking she's nearing the end because people keep saying they die at 7! I hope Eb's stays with me till she's 13 <3
 
Bebbeb said:
13 years!? were they indoor? Ebony is indoor and I'm thinking she's nearing the end because people keep saying they die at 7! I hope Eb's stays with me till she's 13 <3
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Yes the bonded bunnies were both indoors :D

Die at 7? Who says that?

I find if a rabbit has been more or less healthy up to the age of around 5 years, they seem to go on and on ... I love old bunnies :D
 
MightyMax said:
Yes the bonded bunnies were both indoors :D

Die at 7? Who says that?

I find if a rabbit has been more or less healthy up to the age of around 5 years, they seem to go on and on ... I love old bunnies :D
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A few people! But I always said I've heard some live till they are 15! Haaa that calms me a little! I'm an anxious type and since ebony start showing white hairs I panicked, she's all black so I suppose it's a lot more noticeable, right? Either way I may have been killing her off too soon in my head, I guess they got to me when they said 7 years!

Thank you for the reassurance :)
 
Bebbeb said:
Ok, thank you all!

I will spay her as soon as I get chance! i just so a neutered male bun up for adoption! he is 3 years old, is it too late to try bond them or would I best off leaving ebony on her own? He's a gorgeous looking boy <3
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definitely not too late - it's not uncommon for rabbits to live 10+ years, so they could potentially enjoy several happy years together :)
 
William said:
definitely not too late - it's not uncommon for rabbits to live 10+ years, so they could potentially enjoy several happy years together :)
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Gosh yes, I have had Rabbits live to be over 14. I know of one Rabbit who almost made his 16th Birthday !
 
Bebbeb said:
A few people! But I always said I've heard some live till they are 15! Haaa that calms me a little! I'm an anxious type and since ebony start showing white hairs I panicked, she's all black so I suppose it's a lot more noticeable, right? Either way I may have been killing her off too soon in my head, I guess they got to me when they said 7 years!

Thank you for the reassurance :)
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You're really welcome :D

Thank you for the photos. What a beautiful and gentle soul Ebony is :love:
 
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