binkyCodie
Mama Doe
oh yes, the risk of anaesthesia is there. it is there no matter what species it may be, lion, cat, dog, horse, human however, the risks and the outcome should always be weighed up. if a rabbit is healthy with no problems, and is young (of course not too young) then there are fewer risks. rabbits do react worse than dogs for instance to anaesthesia, but with a good vet there is even less risks. of course, there is the chance they may pass during surgery however this is something considered rare. I'd honestly say it usually happens with inexperienced vets or a poorly bun to begin with.
having blood tests done as mentioned above can always be a good one. I did miss that, it can give you peace of mind. I've never had it done but my rabbits were young and healthy so I didn't see any reason too. its just personal preference.
try not to view it as doing something against their will. as I said, animals are much different from us. you're not mutilating them - anthropomorphism (that's the word I wanted, thanks Jane!) doesn't do animals many favours. I know somebody who left a sibling rabbits together (opposite sex) as they "wouldn't breed, theyre siblings!". the thing is, an animal doesn't care, if its there something may happen. you're doing them a huge favour by taking out their hormones.
bets of luck for their spay. make sure to let us know what happens!! of course if you need any help or advice, the members of RU are very friendly. no question is stupid xx
having blood tests done as mentioned above can always be a good one. I did miss that, it can give you peace of mind. I've never had it done but my rabbits were young and healthy so I didn't see any reason too. its just personal preference.
try not to view it as doing something against their will. as I said, animals are much different from us. you're not mutilating them - anthropomorphism (that's the word I wanted, thanks Jane!) doesn't do animals many favours. I know somebody who left a sibling rabbits together (opposite sex) as they "wouldn't breed, theyre siblings!". the thing is, an animal doesn't care, if its there something may happen. you're doing them a huge favour by taking out their hormones.
bets of luck for their spay. make sure to let us know what happens!! of course if you need any help or advice, the members of RU are very friendly. no question is stupid xx