Is it healthy to eat rabbit?

Safe to Eat. The USDA regulates rabbit meat with a grading system similar to that applied to poultry processing. The Food Safety and Inspection Service inspects and approves the rabbit meat. After the meat is approved, a grade is applied to it based on its texture and quality. read more

10. Rabbits are one of the most productive domestic livestock animal there is. Rabbits can produce 6 pounds of meat on the same feed and water as the cow will produce 1 pound of meat on the same feed and water. So as you can see there are many health benefits to eating rabbit meat. It is healthy for you and cheap to produce. read more

Perhaps not surprisingly, the protestors and advocacy groups, such as The House Rabbit Society, are saying that rabbit is more of a pet than a meal, and selling the furry creature as food is inhumane. read more

The meat from a young rabbit is white and tender, with a mild flavor. A young rabbit, or a fryer, weighs between 1.5 and 3.5 lbs. and is about 3 months old. Chefs use the meat similarly to the meat of young chickens. Rabbit steaks and chops are served with pasta, rice and sauces. The meat from a mature rabbit is darker and firm, with a stronger flavor. read more