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[Rosie316]

Hello everyone,
I am new and just made my account today. I’m so excited to be part of the forum. So, I’ve had my rabbit for about a year now, and I am going to spay her for health and better litter box skills. But, I don’t want to pay $300! So, I asked my local rabbit rescue and they recommended a clinic they use to spay and neuter. It’s quite inexpensive and I’m thinking about calling to schedule an appointment, but do you guys think a clinic will be safe? I love her so much, but I’m so nervous she will die. Let me know what you all think about a clinic. The vet at the clinic who does the surgery is very reputable. Also, what is additional information you wished you knew about spaying your rabbit? Thank you so much! ?

[Bam]

Hi and welcome!
Vets that do work for shelters get to spay lots of rabbits, so that means they acquire lots of experience. That is obviously very good.

The main things to keep in mind in prep for a spay are f ex:
Get a hot water bottle or hand warmers, she might need warming up when she comes home.
Stock up in favorite food. Fragrant herbs like mint or cilantro are often popular. The most important thing is to get her to start eating post op.
Feed bunny before surgery. Send some food with her, hay and a favorite leafy green or piece of fruit.
Serve her water in a bowl when she comes home, she’s likely not in the mood for bothering with a bottle (in case that’s what she normally has).

Ask about painkillers. She’ll probably get a long-lasting injection at the clinic, but ask for a prescription as well so you can give her painmeds for 3-5 days post op.

Please ask more about whatever you come to think of

[Luna]

Hi! Your concerns are justified, but it’s a procedure that is done often and can be done safely as long as you find the right vet . I think there are two kinds of rabbit vets – vets who are bun savvy but don’t often perform spays, and vets who perform spays regularly. Even if a vet has treated rabbits successfully and for a very long time, it doesn’t mean that the vet is the best vet for the operation. You want a vet who regularly performs spays and does so successfully. I would call the clinic and ask to talk to the vet so you can find out:
1. Do you regularly perform spays?
2. What is your success rate? (shouldn’t be less than 99%)
3. What kind of anesthesia do you use? (typically isoflurane, but can be other)
4. Do you provide post-op pain medication? (if the answer is no, then find a different vet)
5. Do you recommend pre-op fasting? (if the answer is yes, then find a different vet)

[Rosie316]

Sorry, I didn’t post for a while. Didn’t know my question had been approved lol. I have scheduled the appointment, it’s supposed to be done today. I’m dropping her off in a few minutes. I’m so scared the rescue said 2% of their rabbits died from her. They give metacam for the pain killer. They said feed her before surgery and bring food with me so she can nibble on food when she is awake. The vet is supposed to be experienced and has done many rabbits. She gets to come home today as well. I’m just so nervous! Will let you know how it goes. Prayers please.

[Mikey]

Whao whao 2% have died from the vet during surgery? And thats just from the shelters rabbits, not all of the rabbits shes worked on, yikes. That is a huge red flag.You shouldnt go to a vet with more than 1% of table deaths. Sending many good luck and healing vibes your way!!

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