Some new rabbit owners are very unpleasantly surprised to discover how much rabbits urinate and that spraying urine is a fairly common part of male rabbit social behavior.
Yes, male bunnies spray urine to mark territory and to mark does that they wish to mate. Neutering a rabbit typically significantly reduces urine spraying.
Here we cover all the details:
- Is the male rabbit spraying or just normally relieving himself
- If the male rabbit is spraying, then is it territorial or for mating
- How to stop or reduce the rabbit urine spraying
Male Rabbit Spraying Or Just Normally Relieving Himself
Taking note of your rabbit’s urination patterns or habits, it is important part of the hygiene and health checks that we talk about and promote so often.
If your rabbit is peeing in puddles, then he’s probably just relieving himself. He may be inclined to do this fairly consistently in one spot. A natural affinity for peeing and poo’ing fairly consistently in one area of their living space is why rabbits are fairly easy to train to a litter box.
If your rabbit is peeing puddles “all around” its living space, then you may want to consult your veterinarian.
If your rabbit is peeing on walls (rabbit spraying is usually done on a wall) then he is spraying to mark his territory. If you are concerned that he is spraying too often or erratically, then consult your veterinarian.

Male Rabbit Spraying Urine To Marking Territory
Male rabbits who have not been neutered will often spray their surroundings with urine to mark their territory. This territorial behavior is similar to other animals (dogs, cats, many mammals) who also mark their territory with the scent of their urine.
An un-neutered male that is spraying urine to mark his territory is normal and natural. However, if you have concerns, then you may consult your veterinarian.
Male Rabbit Spraying Urine In Courtship
Male rabbits who have not been neutered will often spray female rabbits with urine to mark them as his. Again, this behavior in rabbits is normal and natural.
How To Stop Male Bunnies Spraying Urine
You can mitigate and usually stop male bunnies spraying urine by having them neutered.
If you are not sure about the neutering procedure or process, then your veterinarian can discuss the details with you.
If you don’t want to neuter your rabbits, then keeping unneutered rabbits in separate living areas will often diminish their natural inclination to spray.
However, please remember that rabbits are social creatures. They are happier and tend to be healthier when they live with other rabbits; they do not do as well if they are isolated.
Frequently Asked Questions Related To Do Male Bunnies Spray
What Age Do Rabbits Start Spraying?
Male rabbits may start spraying urine during their puberty. For many male rabbits this is between the ages of 3 and 7 months.
Will My Bunny Stop Spraying?
Your bunny is likely to reduce or even stop spraying if he is neutered.
Male Rabbit Spraying – Caught On Video (10 to 13 seconds into video)
Final Thoughts on Do Male Rabbits Spray
Both wild and domestic male rabbits spray urine to mark their territory and to mark females that they prefer and hope to mount.
Some spraying can be due to a physical ailment. If you suspect an ailment, such as a urinary tract infection or Wet Tail, then consult your rabbit savvy veterinarian right away.
Male rabbit spray can be reduced and often totally stopped by having the male rabbit properly neutered.
If neutering is not your preference, then keeping unneutered rabbits in separate living quarters will often decrease the amount of spraying.