Trying to do the right thing...What is it?!

[agnesthelion]

He's not a rabbit, but often people push for dogs to be spayed/neutered too

^^^^yep, I'm one that thinks people should spay and neuter! (I'm not talking about your dog with health issues) I'm with Bob Barker have your pets spayed and neutered! There are too many unwanted pets euthanized everyday in this country. It's sad.

 

[JBun]

I don't want to interrupt this discussion, argument, or whatever it is you guys are having. Just keep in mind that you are doing this on a 13 yr. old girls post, who was just wanting a little helpful advice about a rabbit. Continue with your discussion it you think it's appropriate.

 

[majorv]

In a way, I think it's relevant to the original post. I just don't think the breeder is to be faulted here. That said, everyone knows there's no guarantee that getting a second rabbit will ensure success at bonding, even when both are fixed. The OP just needs to realize that if she follows through with getting a second one they might not bond and then must be kept separate. With enough attention, lone rabbits can do fine without a friend.

 

[Ape337]

Hello,
IMO you do not need to get another rabbit if you don't want to. Some bunnies do indeed benefit from a mate, but as was already stated here you may get a second rabbit that will never bond to your current rabbit. Then you will have 2 separate rabbits (this happened to me). If you want to pour all your love and attention into one bunny then please do. You can be your bunny's mate if you like. But if you want a second bunny, go for it. There are many owners here that have tons of success with bonding that can help you. Good luck! :biggrin:

 

[NorthernAutumn]

Let's keep on track here, folks...

MyBunnyBella -

If you are interested in spaying for health reasons, you may wish to call around to vets in your community, and ask about their experience in spaying rabbits.
Uterine cancer is a matter of debate among some; however, if you are willing to put the cash forward and have a rabbit-savvy vet, it would be a good preventative measure to take for your pet rabbit.

As mentioned, male/female bonds seem to take readily. However, at least one of the pair must be fixed to achieve success (no babies!).

I am someone who has both a pair, and a single rabbit. Some rabbits would prefer a buddy, others will not.

It may be good at this time for you to spend one on one time with Bella, see what her personality is like. You can always revisit this idea in a year or so - as one of the posters said above, the risk you are taking is that the rabbits do NOT bond - leaving you with 2 single rabbits.

 

[Imbrium]

fwiw, most shelters that will allow bunny dates (a must, imo, as that way the current rabbit can pick their friend) also allow returns/exchanges in the event that the bond doesn't work out, so attempting a bond doesn't necessarily mean you'll get stuck housing two rabbits separately if the bond doesn't work out

 

[agnesthelion]

:yeahthat:

 

[agnesthelion]

JBun wrote:

I don't want to interrupt this discussion, argument, or whatever it is you guys are having. Just keep in mind that you are doing this on a 13 yr. old girls post, who was just wanting a little helpful advice about a rabbit. Continue with your discussion it you think it's appropriate.

My sentiments exactly. That's why I answered her question on my first post. I was hoping she wouldn't feel deterred on spaying since the appt is already set.

To the original poster. I think you should try bunny dating after your girl is healed from the spay. It very well could be that she could find her true love match! And by dating you will be able to rule out the ones she doesn't get along with.

Best of luck to you. And my apologies if this got off track

 

[Mybunnybella]

Thanks all of you!! We all have an opinion and im glad that i have some info finally!! I couldnt get any more than 2 people to answer when asking vets, and they were very different... Thanks!!!!!