No, we don't "spay and neuter" humans. But humans can make the independent, intellectual, informed decision to stop having children if they choose or choose not to have any at all. And, both men and women can and DO opt to have elective surgery to prevent further pregnancies. It goes without saying that birth control is practiced by millions of men and women every day. Unfortunately, animals do not have the ability to make these choices on their own. Even with the current push to spay and neuter all domesticated pets, because of indiscriminate or unintentional breeding, MILLIONS of animals are left homeless to suffer and even more are euthanized EVERY year. THAT is cruelty!!

And without question, non-neutered, non-spayed pets are prone to many, many more serious health conditions than those that are spayed/neutered. Male dogs can develop testicular cancer. Female dogs that are not bred and left unspayed, are 50% more likely to develop breast cancer and pyometria, a potentially fatal infection of the uterus! My first rescued Lab Jingles almost died from pyometria. She was adopted unspayed at age 2 1/2 and became ill 2 weeks before the planned surgery. Thankfully, she survived but was VERY ill.

You sound like a wonderfully responsible and caring pet guardian and I'm sure your Mom means well. And of course, the decision is NOT in your hands. I hope that you will continue to discuss this with your Mom (perhaps the vet can discuss it with her too) and hopefullly, change her mind! At least, I hope she/you take all precautions to make certain that your bunny is kept separated from any unspayed females!