Neuter incision

[BasilOliveWren]

hello my rabbits just got neutered a week ago. One rabbits incision looks fine. But the other ones looks like this. I’m guessing it’s opened up? He’s eating drinking and acting normal. No discharge or smell. They are both free roam and bonded. They have had no issues with each other. They still get along wonderful. But they both won’t stay in their area though. Their space is in our sunken living room. I’ve tried to keep them to the first floor. But they just aren’t having it. I knew if I fenced them into one spot they’d try jumping over the grids which I knew would hurt them. But it looks like poor Basil has already hurt himself. I’m going to call the vet tomorrow. But wanted to know if I should worry more than I am?

[Wick & Fable]

It’s hard to say what is the “appropriate” amount of worry– It is good that this will be assessed by a vet. It is very important that recently neutered/spayed rabbits are in a restricted space to ensure no complications in recovery. While the rabbits may start a fuss, restricting their movement/jumping/running abilities is necessary, just like going through the stress of nail clipping or grooming. You can put a ceiling over the pen to prevent jumping, as well as cover the outside so there are no visual cues to facilitate an urge to escape: https://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Training_FAQ#My_rabbit_keeps_me_up_by_consistently_chewing_his_cage_bars._How_do_I_make_him_stop.3F  .. A bedsheet nicely clipped, end to end (no gaps or holes peeping through), can provide enough visual cue that most rabbits will not try to jump into it.

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.

[LBJ10]

It doesn’t look horrible (i.e. probably not an emergency). It probably separated a little bit from him jumping or chewing at it. I would just have the vet take a look as soon as you can. He may need something to keep him from messing with it.

[Author]

Messages