Get Your Rabbit Spayed/Neutered Today!

You may have heard that rabbits are very fertile and will use any opportunity to procreate. With shelters and rescues housing over 33,000 rabbits, it is important to do everything that you can to prevent any unwanted pregnancies. If you want another rabbit, please consider adopting before breeding. In the meantime, let’s focus on the reasons for rabbit neutering and spaying.

Note: If you already plan on getting your rabbit neutered or spayed, skip to the end where we talk about how much it costs!

Rabbit Mating Basics

Rabbits can reach sexual maturity at around 4 months old! The male rabbits can mate at an average of 5-7 times a day. Female rabbits are more picky about when they will allow mating when they are in heat.

An interesting fact about female rabbits is that they can carry two different pregnancies at once! The gestational period of a pregnancy is roughly 30 days. If this isn't convincing you as to why we recommend spaying or neutering rabbits read on.

Spay/Neuter Rabbits?

Aside from the obvious, preventing pregnancies that you could potentially not be able to take care of, your rabbit can benefit from being spayed or neutered.

• Your rabbit can live longer (risks of urinary tract infections and cancer are reduced)
• Rabbits are less aggressive and are calmer (bonding rabbits will be easier)
• Your little rabbit will be easier to train
• Neutering a rabbit will prevent it from spraying

When Do You Spay/Neuter?

Most rabbits should be spayed/neutered the second they are old enough. For female rabbits the age is around 5-6 months old. For male rabbits, it’s normally around 3-5 months old. There is a point in a rabbit’s life where it is not safe for them to undergo surgery because they are more prone to certain risks involved.

Make sure that you find a vet that has experience in rabbit care and will give your little bun the attention and service that they deserve! Don’t be afraid to ask the vet how many times they have performed the procedure on rabbits. It is perfectly acceptable for you to call several vets or call your local rabbit shelter to see who they would suggest. Asking how much is it to spay/neuter a rabbit is great question too, read on to find out some more valuable information.

How Much Does It Cost To Get A Rabbit Spayed/Neutered?

Rabbit spaying and neutering cost can vary greatly from region to region and from vet to vet. If how much does it cost to spay/neuter a rabbit is a concern, a budget minded approach can be at a clinic. Clinics will charge as low as $50 and are usually less than $100.

Private veterinaries can charge as much as a few hundred dollars, the U.S. average is around $250. At times and in certain situations the relationship with the vet may be the best choice for you and your rabbit. Clinics, however, are often times more than qualified for the procedure and can save you money. You want only the best for your little bun!

Hopefully you've found the information you need when it comes to the reasons you should get your rabbit spayed or neutered as soon as possible. We want all rabbits to have a long life and living in a home with owners who love them (like you!).

If you're new to rabbit ownership we have a great beginners guide to rabbit care. It goes over all the rabbit basics that are important to know to keep your little on happy and healthy. Download our Rabbit Starter Kit today and get access to our rabbit term glossary and more!