Rabbit Dog Treats Australia: A Natural New Protein for Dogs

Rabbit is one of the most interesting proteins now joining the Bark with Buster range.

Looking for the products now? Explore our complete Australian Rabbit Dog Treats collection, including crunchy Australian Rabbit Feet Dog Treats and generously sized Rabbit Skin Twists Dog Chews.

Rabbit is less commonly fed than chicken, beef or lamb, naturally appealing to dogs and well suited to owners looking for simple, single ingredient treats with something genuinely different to offer.

Both are made from Australian rabbit, gently air dehydrated and prepared with the natural fur left on. No preservatives. No grains. No fillers. No artificial colours. No artificial flavours. Just one Australian ingredient.

You can also browse our complete Australian rabbit dog treats collection to compare both options and choose the most appropriate texture for your dog.

Quick Answer: What Are Rabbit Dog Treats?

Rabbit dog treats are natural treats made from rabbit meat, skin, feet or other rabbit parts. Bark with Buster offers two single ingredient Australian rabbit treats: whole rabbit feet with natural fur on, and twisted rabbit skin chews with natural fur on. Both are gently air dehydrated without preservatives, grains, fillers or artificial ingredients. To understand how air dehydrated dog treats are made, read our complete guide.

Why Choose Rabbit Dog Treats?

Dog owners are becoming more careful about what goes into the treats they buy. More people are reading ingredient lists, looking for Australian made products and choosing treats that are simple, transparent and easy to understand.

Rabbit fits naturally into that shift. It is less commonly used in everyday dog foods than proteins such as chicken, beef and lamb. This makes rabbit an appealing option for owners who want to introduce greater protein variety into their dog's treat rotation.

Both rabbit products are also single ingredient dog treats — one Australian rabbit ingredient, nothing else.

Australian Rabbit Feet Dog Treats

Our Australian Rabbit Feet Dog Treats are whole rabbit feet with the natural fur left on.

Each foot measures approximately 12 cm long, making them more generous than many small rabbit treats commonly found online.

They provide a combination of natural crunch, fur on texture and light chewing enrichment. Rabbit feet are best suited to dogs that enjoy shorter natural chews rather than very hard or long lasting products.

They contain the natural foot structure and small bones, so dogs should always be supervised while eating them.

Australian Rabbit Skin Twists Dog Chews

Our Australian Rabbit Skin Twists Dog Chews are made from 100% Australian rabbit skin with the natural fur left on.

Each twist measures approximately 35 to 42 cm in length, creating a generously sized natural chew with folds, layers and different textures for your dog to explore.

Unlike rabbit feet, rabbit skin twists do not contain bones. They are also not traditional rawhide — they are made from rabbit skin with fur rather than processed cow or horse hide.

Rabbit skin twists are not extremely hard or indestructible. Smaller or more careful chewers may spend longer working through one, while strong or determined chewers may consume one more quickly. For dogs that need harder or longer lasting options, you can compare natural dog chews in our long lasting chews collection.

Rabbit Feet or Rabbit Skin Twists: Which Is Better for Your Dog?

Both treats are made from one Australian rabbit ingredient and have the natural fur left on, but they provide very different chewing experiences.

Feature	Rabbit Feet	Rabbit Skin Twists
Approximate size	Approximately 12 cm	Approximately 35 to 42 cm
Texture	Crunchy	Flexible and layered
Fur	Natural fur on	Natural fur on
Bones	Contains small natural bones	Bone free
Chewing style	Shorter crunchy chew	Longer textured chew
Best suited to	Controlled chewers who enjoy crunch	Dogs that enjoy gripping and working through texture

Is Rabbit a Novel Protein for Dogs?

Rabbit is often described as a novel protein. That description can be useful, but it needs context. To understand what novel protein dog treats are and how they work, read our novel protein guide.

A protein is only novel for an individual dog when that dog has not eaten it before. A dog that has already eaten rabbit in food, treats, meal toppers or supplements would not be receiving a genuinely new protein.

For many Australian dogs, however, rabbit is still fed far less frequently than chicken, beef or lamb. This means it may offer something different for dogs that enjoy variety or whose owners are trying to simplify their treat choices.

No animal protein can be guaranteed to be hypoallergenic. Dogs can react to any ingredient, including rabbit. Owners managing a diagnosed food allergy or veterinary elimination diet should always speak with their veterinarian before introducing a new treat.

Are Rabbit Dog Treats Suitable for Sensitive Dogs?

Single ingredient treats can make it easier to understand exactly what your dog is eating because there are no blended proteins, grains, fillers or artificial ingredients to assess.

Rabbit may also be a less familiar protein for dogs that regularly eat chicken, beef or lamb. However, rabbit is only a novel protein when the individual dog has never eaten rabbit before.

No animal protein can be guaranteed to be hypoallergenic, and every dog responds differently. Dogs following a veterinary elimination diet should only receive rabbit when their veterinarian has specifically approved it.

Owners looking for straightforward treat options can also explore our guide to choosing treats for dogs with sensitive stomachs.

Why Is the Fur Left On?

The natural fur is intentionally left on both the rabbit feet and rabbit skin twists. Fur provides natural fibre and bulk and creates a texture that many dogs find instinctively interesting.

There are many exaggerated claims online suggesting that fur can remove parasites, cure anal gland concerns or clean the digestive tract. We do not make those claims. Rabbit fur is simply a natural part of the treat that provides fibre, texture and variety.

Dogs with suspected parasites, digestive problems or anal gland concerns should always be assessed by a veterinarian.

How to Introduce Rabbit Dog Treats

Introduce rabbit gradually when your dog has not eaten it before. Offering one new protein at a time makes it easier to observe how your dog responds.

1. Begin with a small amount or a short supervised chewing session.
2. Do not introduce several unfamiliar foods on the same day.
3. Watch for changes in appetite, stool quality, comfort or behaviour.
4. Stop feeding the treat if vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation or unusual discomfort occurs.
5. Always provide access to fresh drinking water.

Always supervise your dog and remove any remaining portion when it becomes small enough to swallow whole.

Rabbit Dog Treat Safety and Feeding Guidance

Treats are complementary foods and should not replace a complete and balanced diet. As a general guide, treats should contribute no more than approximately 10 per cent of your dog's daily energy intake.

Rabbit feet contain the natural foot structure and small bones. Rabbit skin twists do not contain bones, but they can soften and become easier to swallow as your dog chews. Always supervise your dog with either treat.

Frequently Asked Questions About Rabbit Dog Treats

Are rabbit dog treats safe for dogs?

Rabbit dog treats may be suitable for many dogs when chosen according to the dog's size, health and chewing behaviour. Always supervise your dog and remove pieces that become small enough to swallow whole.

Do rabbit feet contain bones?

Yes. Whole rabbit feet contain the natural foot structure and small bones. They may not suit dogs that gulp treats, have dental concerns or have been advised to avoid bones.

Do rabbit skin twists contain bones?

No. Rabbit skin twists are made from twisted rabbit skin with the natural fur left on and do not contain bones.

Are rabbit skin twists the same as rawhide?

No. Rabbit skin twists are made from Australian rabbit skin with the natural fur left on. Traditional rawhide is generally made from more heavily processed cow or horse hide.

Is rabbit a novel protein for dogs?

Rabbit is less commonly fed than proteins such as chicken, beef and lamb. It is only considered novel for an individual dog when that dog has not eaten rabbit before.

Can puppies eat rabbit dog treats?

Some older puppies that are established and controlled chewers may be able to enjoy an appropriately selected rabbit treat. Rabbit feet and long skin twists will not suit every puppy, so supervision is essential.

Can dogs eat rabbit treats every day?

Rabbit feet and rabbit skin twists are best offered as occasional complementary treats. Feeding frequency should consider the dog's size, health, complete diet and other treats received.

Does rabbit fur remove parasites?

There is not enough reliable evidence to claim that rabbit fur removes or treats intestinal parasites. Dogs with suspected parasites should be assessed and treated by a veterinarian.

Shop Australian Rabbit Dog Treats

Choose the rabbit treat that best matches your dog's size, chewing style and experience with natural chews.

• Shop Australian Rabbit Feet Dog Treats for a shorter, crunchy fur on treat containing small natural bones.
• Shop Australian Rabbit Skin Twists Dog Chews for a generously sized, layered and bone free natural chew.
• Explore the full Australian Rabbit Dog Treats collection.