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Forum HOUSE RABBIT Q & A Too late to neuter?

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    • Trissythelop
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        Hey guys,
        So I’m looking to adopt a male 4 year old holland lop. As explained in my other post on this forum, he hasn’t had a proper diet (his diet was afalfa based with few vegetables). According to the previous owner, he hasn’t had too many hormonal related problems such as spraying. However, I wouldn’t want him to start spraying once he gets to my house. I’ve heard that the hormones usually calm down as the rabbit ages. He also doesn’t seem to be aggressive, as he’s been around kids for a while now. I’m wondering if it’s necessary to neuter him, and if he would be able to undergo it safely. And are there any health related issues if he doesn’t get neutered?
        Thanks


      • Gina.Jenny
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          I have a rescue bun, Podge, who on the advice of two different vets, has not been neutered, as his testes are too deep in his abdomen. We have had Podge now for almost 3 months, and he is bonded to one of our two girl rescues (both girls are spayed). Spraying was my biggest concern, but not only has he never sprayed, he has been really good about using the hay-filled boxes that our buns use as litter trays. I think Podge was one of last years easter babies, which would make him around 16 months old. generally, the health benefits are much more an issue for girls, with boys it is behavioural.


        • Bam
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            Yes, there are few health benefits for boys. A neutered boy won’t get testicular cancer obviously, but that is a rare form of cancer in buns anyway. Neutering a single male is done for behavioral reasons. 4 years is not too old to get a boy neutered, it’s a very simple procedure, but he may need a little bit extra time to bounce back compared to a very young boy. He might get hormonally aware when he comes to live with you, due to the stress of the transition, or he might not. Imo you can wait and see. My bunny Bam was an adult when I had him neutered, but since I don’t know his age I can only say he was at least 2, probably older. I’d not have done it if he hadn’t fallen in crazy love with my dog.


          • tobyluv
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              I adopted a 4 year old rabbit from my local shelter last year, and they neutered him before I brought him home. He did fine.


            • Kokaneeandkahlua
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                I’ve seen a 9 year old spayed-four year old neuter is no biggie
                We just adopted a senior dog two years ago and she had just been spayed-the health benefits still outweigh the risks, and unless their are kidney or liver problems-there really isn’t an increased risk as they age.


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                  My boy was 6 years old when he was spayed, he was great, no problems

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              Forum HOUSE RABBIT Q & A Too late to neuter?