Neutering And Spaying
One of the many decisions facing pet owners is whether or not to have their pet neutered (or spayed as it is referred to in females).
The most obvious reason to have your pet spayed or neutered is to prevent unwanted pregnancies, but there are several other good reasons too.
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Rabbits
Neutering in male rabbits (bucks) is where the testicles are removed, whilst in female rabbits (does) the ovaries and uterus are removed.
The operation itself, which requires a general anaesthetic, can be carried out from about four months of age onwards.
Neutered rabbits tend to be calmer, less prone to aggressive or destructive behaviour and can be kept in social groups without fighting.
The most obvious benefit is that you can prevent unwanted pregnancies. Additionally, because reproductive organs have been removed, rabbits are protected from cancer of these organs.
Please note that if your pet is having a routine spaying operation on a Thursday or Friday, as long as you live locally, we will collect it from your home on the morning of the operation, and return it to you afterwards, free of charge.
If you would like any further information, please contact any of our surgeries and/or click on the Lifelearn link.
