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babybluee123 · Mar 31, 2011, 04:23 PM

K if my rabbits testicles are shriveled up, does that mean the male is neutered?

Alty · Mar 31, 2011, 04:46 PM

Hi Babyblue. It's not a good idea to piggyback your question on someone else's thread, so I moved your question to its own thread.

What do you mean when you say his testicles are shriveled up?

A neutered rabbit has had his testicles removed. Therefore there shouldn't be any testicles at all. But, sometimes, even after surgery, it can look like the rabbit still has testicle, just not pronounced.

Where did you get your rabbit? If you got him from a rescue then it's likely that he was neutered before you adopted him. Most rescues spay or neuter their animals before adopting them out.

If you're unsure I'd check with the rescue, or the previous owner, and ask if the rabbit was neutered.

The only real way to know for sure is to either get confirmation from the previous owner or shelter, or ask your vet. :)

babybluee123 · Mar 31, 2011, 07:27 PM

Okay well there's like a bump but it's like wrickly. He has two so it may just be the heat from the fernace. How old is the limit to breed a rabbit at?

babybluee123 · Mar 31, 2011, 07:28 PM

I got my rabbit from PJ's Pets in Brockvlle

Alty · Mar 31, 2011, 07:36 PM

If you bought your rabbit from a pet store then he's not neutered.

Why are you asking about breeding? There are enough unwanted rabbits dying in shelters, no need to add more.

Also, if you got your rabbit from a pet store, I can guarantee he's not breeding quality. He may be cute, he may be a wonderful pet, but there's more to choosing a breeding rabbit then that. Pet store rabbits are from irresponsible people that mass produce. Quality isn't a consideration, nor is health. It's all about breeding as many rabbits as they can to get the money.

Leave the breeding to the breeders, people that are willing to put in the time and money to breed the best of the best. That's not only the responsible thing to do, but best for your rabbit and all the rabbits dying each year due to over breeding.

It really would be best for your rabbit to have him neutered. He'll not only live longer, he'll be less aggressive and easier to train and tame. Also, most sexually mature males spray. Neutering is the only way to prevent that.

I can help you find a rabbit vet in your area. He can be neutered as soon as he hits 4 moths of age.

babybluee123 · Mar 31, 2011, 07:44 PM

I'm not getting him neutered! I'm breeding him with my friends rabbit. We already have people that want baby rabbits!

Alty · Mar 31, 2011, 09:05 PM

Originally Posted by babybluee123

I'm not getting him neutered! I'm breeding him with my friends rabbit. We already have people that want baby rabbits!

I'm sure you do. Who doesn't want a baby rabbit? They're so cute. But, when they get older, hit 6 months of age, start spraying, start being aggressive, that's when they end up in the shelter. Most of those bunnies are killed because there are too many rabbits and not enough homes.

Here are five rabbits available in my local shelter right now.

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Because of over population, only one of these rabbits will find a home. Those are the statistics. The other four will have to be put to sleep. So, if you decide to breed, like too many people do, you're signing their death warrants. Can you choose the four that will die if you breed? Are you willing to be there when the needle goes in and they take their last breath? I know that's harsh, but that's the reality. :(

So which 4 do you choose? Who lives and who dies?

Cat1864 · Apr 1, 2011, 05:02 AM

Originally Posted by babybluee123

I'm not getting him neutered! I'm breeding him with my friends rabbit. We already have people that want baby rabbits!

But do they want to care for adult rabbits for ten years or so? How many of your rabbit's off-spring are you willing to see end up killed (either by a shelter or as snake food) because they ended up not being wanted?

What happens to the cute little baby bunnies that no one wants even when they swore up and down that they did or those that you don't even have a promise for? Are you going to keep them? Are you going to take personal responsibility for ending their lives?

You might want to read this: To Breed or Not to Breed

shazamataz · Apr 1, 2011, 06:15 AM

This is Caramel, a 4 month old female bunny in need of a home at our local shelter: Animal Details

tleegreene · Apr 2, 2011, 02:49 PM

Babybluee123,

Rabbits are able to pull their testicles inside their body, so that the internal organs are kept warm. This sometimes leaves an empty looking testical sac on the outside. On the other hand, sometimes their testicles will appear "bulging", especially when the rabbit is laying on his side. I know this from experience with my own rabbit and reading up on them. I suggest you get a good rabbit care book as a reference to keep on hand.
I also agree that you should neuter your rabbit. There are simply too many rabbits without homes. The cute baby stage is very brief and rabbit ownership is a big responsibility. Adult males can become rather aggressive if not neutered. Rabbit proofing your home is a big responsibility also. Rabbits who spend all their time confined are not happy rabbits.