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Is cat halal?

Quick answer Scholars differ

Cat is debated in the Maliki school and haram in the Hanafi, Shafi'i, Hanbali and Ja'fari schools.

Also asked as: “Can Muslims eat cat?” · “Is cat haram?” · “Is cat halal in the Hanafi school?”

Ruling by school of thought

School of thoughtRuling
HanafiHaram
Shafi'iHaram
MalikiScholars differ
HanbaliHaram
Ja'fari (Shia)Haram

Cats are not eaten according to the majority of scholars. A minority Maliki view considers it disliked.

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