Rabbit in Pet Food

Grade B-1 ptsProteins

What It Is

"Clean flesh from slaughtered rabbit."

Health Impact

Lean and allergy-friendly. One of the few proteins rarely seen in commercial pet food, making it an excellent novel protein for elimination diets. Highly digestible. Score: 7/10.

Why This Grade

A minor caveat applies — usually a processing step (e.g. rendering into a meal), a moderate allergen history, or a named-but-fattier source — but nothing on our risk watchlist. -1 pt deducted.

Sources & Further Reading

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rabbit safe for dogs and cats?

Rated B (-1 pts) by PetPro-tectors™. Lean and allergy-friendly. One of the few proteins rarely seen in commercial pet food, making it an excellent novel protein for elimination diets. Highly digestible. Score: 7/10.

What is Rabbit in pet food?

Clean flesh from slaughtered rabbit.

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Sources: FDA, AAFCO Official Publication, National Toxicology Program,
WSAVA Global Nutrition Guidelines, Journal of Animal Science.

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