Fresh Rabbit Pelt are acquired by harvesting a Rabbit Carcass, they can then be cured by leaving them indoors for 3 days (in-game). Cured Rabbit Pelts are used for crafting or repairing Rabbitskin Hats and Rabbitskin Mitts. Once cured, the hide will take on a darker complexion, and can then be used for crafting.
Rabbit Pelts are acquired by Trapping, stunning rabbits with a Stone, or shooting a rabbit. Each Rabbit Carcass will have one pelt, along with meat and Fresh Gut.