Nervous about neuter

[Bearsmom]

So both of my boys are ready to be neutered and I am quite worried. After Bear passed away during his surgery, I don’t know what I’ll do if I lose another bun. So far, I’m planning on going to the same vet… she specializes in exotics and was very knowledgable. What happened to Bear was just a freak accident (vet said she hadn’t lost a rabbit in 14 years). Nevertheless, I could use some reassurance and kind words. I know getting them fixed is the right thing to do. Perhaps going to a different vet would ease my mind? Rabbit savvy vets can be hard to come by at a reasonable price around where I live and I’m not sure if I can spend the $400 per bunny that another vet quoted me.

Thanks, everyone!

[DanaNM]

So sorry about Bear, I think it’s normal to be nervous, but I think you are doing the right thing! I think the vet’s long term success is important, and I do know sometimes buns just react badly to anesthesia, but it’s rare. Maybe you could talk with the vet again and they could help ease your mind?

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[LittlePuffyTail]

I ditto everything Dana said. I sadly lost a beloved bunny during a molar trim. I know that it was a very rare thing and my vet was extremely upset as it had never happened to her before. I stuck with the same vet and have had quite a few bunnies get molar trims with her and they were all fine.

An option, and I usually do this if bun is older or hasn’t had anesthetic for a while, is to do pre-anaesthetic bloodwork just to insure bunny’s current health is up to the procedure. It’s an added cost (I think my vet charges around $60) but it’s worth IMO for the peace of mind. 

[Bearsmom]

Would you recommend the bloodwork for young bunnies? Mine are both about 14 weeks old so they’re young as opposed to Bear, who was supposedly 2 years old but could have been older. My boy Waffles is constantly peeing to mark his territory so his neuter is a priority for me right now. I’m hoping to schedule a wellness check for him soon soi can get the “okay” for surgery sometime in January. I know sooner is better in terms of avoiding complications.

[LittlePuffyTail]

Well, the blood work is never a bad idea. I think if I was in your situation, I probably would just to help you through his neuter but that’s something you need to decide for yourself.

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