Behavior after neutering

[HoneyBunny]

Hi, my two male mini lops were neutered about two weeks ago. And they’ve been really quiet and not active since then. They just stand there everyday and only get excited when having pellets and fresh hay. I’m sure they are well physically. I just don’t know how long it will take them to be active and happy again. They rarely come out to run or play. They will let me have a pat though. They just look unhappy. No binky no running and no interest with new toys. Any one has similar experience?

[Wick & Fable]

A few things come to mind. First, just making sure that they are indeed healthy and well-recovered from the neuter. This means ensuring that they are eating (which it sounds like they are) and that poop/pee is looking normal. When they are moving, also making sure their movements look natural and healthy and not potentially hampered due to the procedure.

Another thing is just the time needed to “normalize” after a neuter. Usually it’s a craze, but perhaps your rabbits reactions are just unique in they want some time to recover to themselves and are impacted differently.

Lastly, I also just think about rabbits getting older (even when they are objectively young), they just get less energetic. My 4yo rabbit rarely binkies anymore, and I’d say that started when he was 1-2yrs old.

The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.

[HoneyBunny]

Thank you Wick. Yes, their eating/poop/wee all normal. And their moving are fast and normal  like before when they see the food. Yes, maybe that’s their way to recover. I’m just not sure how long would be a reasonable range. Like if you say two weeks is normal but two months is definitely too long. But I can see things is getting better, they came out for a while last night.

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