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Is it safe to feed my dog raw rabbit meat I got from a hunter?

Dogs · Food safety

Last reviewed: 2026-09-05 · Reference ranges: ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline & Merck Veterinary Manual

Short answer

No, you should never feed raw wild rabbit to your dog. While cooked rabbit is a safe and common novel protein, raw wild game carries a high risk of parasites like tapeworms and bacterial diseases such as tularemia. These can make your dog very sick. For safety, any rabbit meat should be thoroughly cooked to kill pathogens before offering it to your dog as an occasional plain treat, without any seasonings, bones, or skin.

Rabbit — Food safety facts

Safe to share · Dogs · full breakdown on the linked food page

Cooked rabbit is a common novel protein in pet food. Never feed raw wild rabbit.

The full verdict, portion guidance and serving notes are collected on the Rabbit food facts page.

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