The price of surgically sterilizing a rabbit varies based on several factors, including geographic location, veterinary clinic, and the individual rabbit’s health. Typically, the procedure is more expensive for female rabbits (spaying) than for males (castration) due to the more complex nature of the surgery. Additional costs may include pre-surgical bloodwork, pain medication, and post-operative care.
Sterilization provides significant health and behavioral benefits for rabbits. In females, it dramatically reduces the risk of uterine cancer, a common and often fatal disease in unspayed rabbits. For both sexes, sterilization can minimize aggressive behaviors, such as spraying and territoriality, making them more suitable companions. Historically, rabbit sterilization was less common, but as understanding of rabbit health and welfare has improved, the practice has become increasingly recommended by veterinarians.
