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Is spaying safe for my rabbit? Will it stop her destructive behavior?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | unspayed | 8 months and 1 day old

Lily has turned into a demon. Targeting two particular areas to destroy in the house. She won't be moved and is clearly not happy if she can't get to these hot spots of hers. She still likes snuggles but won't settle for long.i didn't want to get her spayed as I scared of the anaesthetic. I really need to know is is neutering safe for rabbits? Will I get my loving bunny back?

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on April 9th, 2019

I am sorry you are having trouble with Lily. I would recommend getting her spayed with a vet who has experience. I have spayed a lot of rabbits and never had a problem however they do have a higher risk of anesthesia due to being rabbits. I also would try to work on training with Lily, This will help stimulate her and exercise her which will hopefully decrease her wanting to destroy things in the house. I hope that helps

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