Overview
Neutering can help rabbits live healthier, easier lives. It prevents unwanted litters, reduces the risk of serious illness, and makes everyday care simpler. Spaying protects female rabbits from uterine cancer, a common and often hidden disease that becomes more likely with age. For male rabbits, neutering leads to calmer behaviour and better weight gain, likely due to lower testosterone and improved digestion.
Neutering also curbs hormone-driven behaviours like spraying, mounting, and fighting — making rabbits easier to bond and more relaxed to live with. It’s one of the most effective steps you can take to support your rabbit’s long-term wellbeing.
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Medically reviewed by Lizzie Youens, BSc(Hons) BVSc MRCVS
Published on 06/03/2019 • Reviewed on 26/11/2025