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Is it safe to neuter a male rat, or is he too small for surgery?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Male | unneutered | 1 month old

I have a male rat and was wondering if I can get him neutered? Or is it too risky as he is a small animal?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 28th, 2018

It is possible to have your rat neutered. Find a veterinarian who treats exotics/rats regularly and this should be no problem. Here is some good info: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/neutering-in-rats

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