[kangaroo]

I'm getting my rabbit neutered soon, so is there anything special I should know about looking after him post-op or preparing him for it, like his diet or anything? Thanks

[rose_merrick]

not really. jusy fresh food clean cage and peace and quiet

[rod]

I didn,t do anything special before I dropped mine off at the Vet. I did get him some liquid pain meds, " but it was a wasteof money", my rabbit did not want any of that vile goo.And after I got him home, he took it easy for a few days"no jumping", and he was soon his Evil self.

[rik]

For a male, not much. Just a clean cage and a generaly peaceful environment + check that the bunny isnt chewing the wound.For a female, exercise restriction is important to avoid any problem with the abdominal wound.In both cases, checking that the patient is eating well following the surgery is important.Rikhttp://www.vetstoria.co.uk/templates/home.html

[Kellie W]

When I got my rabbit (Peter) neutered, the vet really didn't say anything I needed to do. You can keep his diet the same. Just keep an eye on him, and make sure he doesn't over hop. Females are different stories though.

[shady_ltd313]

not much just make sure you feed him before he goes in as rabbits recover quicker that way and when you bring him home, put him in his hutch and leave him alone for a day or so to get over the anaesthetic. be aware that you may need to keep him off bedding while the wound heals and make sure he doesn't lick or nibble his stitches.

[india]

I work at a large rabbit rescue and this is what they do. When you take him to the vets, if he has a partner, it should go to the vets too to avoid being rejected when it returns home with different smells on it. Place him on towels or vet bed for the next 2/3 days to allow him to be comfy. Make sure he eats within 24 hours of the op, and tempt him with little bits of fresh veg to help stimulate his appetite. Make sure he has a drink and poos within the time too. Other than that , if he is given anti-biotics , give that every day until it's finished and just check he doesn't nibble his stitches. Males recover quicker than females so not to worry really. Just make sure you know your vets out of hours number in case anything crops up but other than that I wish him a speedy recovery.

[Toni f]

nothing ... just check with your vet