Dual Purpose Pet Rabbits - What are the best breeds for both meat and pet rabbits?
Answer - These below are the best breeds for dual purpose pet rabbits.

For meat purposes, rabbits are divided into categories, just like with chicken. "Fryers" would be rabbits not over 12 weeks of age and weighing an average of 4.5 - 5 lbs. Over 12 weeks but under 6 months would be a "roaster," while 6 months and over would be a "stewer." The older the rabbit, the tougher the meat.

In general any of these breeds of pet rabbits could have good per portions. Look for larger meat per portions across the back and a larger hind end.

All the breeds below are the ones that put on meat at younger ages and therefore make better meat rabbits.

	Cinnamon	9 to 11 lbs	Excellent Choice
	American Chinchilla	9 to 11 lbs	Excellent Choice
	Creme d'Argent	9 to 11 lbs	Excellent Choice
	French Lop	11 to 16 lbs	Excellent Choice
	Hotot	9 to 11 lbs	Excellent Choice
	New Zealand	9 to 12 lbs	Excellent Choice
	Palomino	9 to 12 lbs	Excellent Choice
	Rex	6 to 9 lbs	Medium Choice May have feet problems
	American Sable	6 to 9 lbs	Excellent Choice
	Satin	9 to 11 lbs	Excellent Choice
	Silver Fox	9 to 11 lbs	Excellent Choice
	Harlequin	7 to 9 lbs	Excellent Choice
	Silver Marten	6 to 9 lbs	Excellent Choice