There is a reason for the saying ‘breed like rabbits’. They will start breeding at 3 months of age and don’t stop!

Rabbits are a social species and should be kept in pairs or groups so neutering is necessary to stop breeding and also to reduce aggression (both males and females)

Female rabbits are also known as Does. Neutering a female rabbit is called spaying. We are in fact removing both ovaries and the uterus (womb). This is called an ovariohysterectomy in humans. Please note that rabbits do not undergo a menopause so there is no need to worry about this.

What are the benefits?

• No unwanted pregnancies.

• No uterine cancer (this affects 60-80% of all female rabbits – the only prevention is neutering).

• Significantly reduces aggression.

Male rabbits are also known has bucks, neutering is also called castration. Both testicles are removed.

What are the benefits?

• Stops breeding.

• Reduces aggression.

• Can mix with other rabbits.

• Stops spraying of urine to mark territory.

We perform our castrations and spays from Monday to Friday at our Preston Farm Hospital.

To book, please call the surgery on 01642 604555 or your usual surgery number.

Our team will book you an appointment for a pre-op  check for your dog, where you will have the opportunity to discuss the options further.