What's the best age to neuter my bunny, and is there an age limit?

Although elderly, if he is fit and well and testicular issues are confirmed then yes, castration would be recommended. You should contact your vet to discuss gabis options in light of previous and current issues

Spaying is always a good idea as it will prevent accidental or unwanted litters. A spayed doe may also live a longer and healthier life. If Midnight is almost 10 years old though, age may be a factor in determining if she is a candidate for anesthesia. Discuss your concerns with your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating rabbits.

There have been studies that have proven an extended life span in dogs and cats that are neutered but I do not think there have been any such studies in rabbits. However, we do know that neutering can prevent certain cancers like in the prostate and testicles. That being said, I think it is more important that Julius is safe and if you do not feel like there is someone that can safely neuter him, I would probably avoid it. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

There are definitely benefits to neutering your rabbit- decreased risk of testicular cancer and urinary tract problems, decreased chance of behavioral issues like aggression, decreased chance of urine marking and increased chance of litter box training. You can read more at https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951545. That being said, you do not have to neuter your rabbit, and many rabbits will live a full life without being neutered, so it is a personal decision you can make based on the information provided.

No, rabbits would not be a particularly high risk for haemorrhage following castration once performed by an experienced vet. Nursing care of rabbits to prevent loss of body heat during anaesthesia is important as is good pain relief and early feeding after recovery

Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Neutering your male bunny is definitely a good idea, as it will help him not spray urine or be aggressive, and will prevent unwanted pregnancy should you decide to get a female rabbit in the future.

Hi Kian! You have some great questions. Even when keeping just one rabbit, I don't recommend leaving a buck unneutered. When male rabbits become sexually mature, they can act aggressively. The hormones can trigger territorial and dominance aggression. The most common signs of sexual maturity in a male include circling you, mounting you, or trying to bite you. Unneutered males can also frequently spray urine. I do urge you to have Fluffy neutered before four months of age. I hope this helps!