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At about what age can rabbits usually be spayed or neutered?

About 4 to 6 months old, depending on the rabbit and vet.

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  2. 4 to 6 months old ✔
  3. Only after 5 years

Why: Rabbits can be fixed once they are sexually mature, usually around 4 to 6 months. Many vets wait until females are 6 months old because surgery is riskier younger.

Huh, didn't know that: Males can be neutered once their testicles descend, usually at 3 1/2 to 4 months.

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Answer: 4 to 6 months old. Rabbits can be fixed once they are sexually mature, usually around 4 to 6 months. Many vets wait until females are 6 months old because surgery is riskier younger.

  1. Rabbit.org: Spaying and Neutering rabbit.org/care/spaying-neutering
    Females can be spayed as soon as they become sexually mature, usually around 4 months of age
    Checked 2026-10-11.
  2. Rabbit.org: Spaying and Neutering rabbit.org/care/spaying-neutering
    many veterinarians prefer to wait until they are 6 months old
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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