Should I remove cage levels for my pet's safe spay recovery?

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She lives in an nic grid cage with 3 levels (floor, 2nd ground-35cm off ground. And 3Rd ground-70cm off ground). Should I take them out after she is spayed whilst she recovers? Or is it not necessary. Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | spayed | 9 months and 2 days old | 3.5 lbs

Emi Knafo, DVM, DACZM · Accepted Answer

Hi! This is a great question. I would highly recommend removing the higher levels from the cage while Mistie recovers from her spay surgery. It will be important to keep her quiet with no jumping, running, or risk of fall since her incision needs time to heal without disturbance. Any increase in activity can result in the incision breaking down, which can be serious. Alternatively, you can keep her in a dog crate or in a small bathroom while she recovers. The veterinarian that does the spay will give you specific post operative care instructions as well.

Should I remove cage levels for my pet's safe spay recovery?

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