Question:
Salam alaykoum,
Besides the ritual slaughtering, what are the other steps to be taken when hunting an animal?
Thank you,
Answer:
wa `alaykum salam,
Animals must be treated with compassion and although they exist for the benefit of human beings Muslims are instructed to avoid hunting animals for sports. Hunting for food is permitted but the animals must be killed humanely with pronouncing “Bismillahi Allahu akabar” before firing the gun. The dog, if used, must be trained for hunting purposes.
Imam Senad Agic
Head Imam (IABNA)
The Islamic Association of Bosniaks in North America
American Islamic Center – Chicago