The Ruling on Killing Harmful Animals in Homes
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Question:
Shaykh Salih, the questioner also asks about harmful animals, such as cats, spiders, and others, that roam in some yards or homes. Is it permissible to kill the harmful ones among animals?
Answer:
Yes, if the harm of the one that cannot be repelled except by killing it, then it is permissible to kill it to avert its harm, yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you.
Shaykh Salih, the questioner also asks about harmful animals, such as cats, spiders, and others, that roam in some yards or homes. Is it permissible to kill the harmful ones among animals?
Answer:
Yes, if the harm of the one that cannot be repelled except by killing it, then it is permissible to kill it to avert its harm, yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you.
Source
قناة «مؤسسة الدعوة الخيرية»، فتاوى على الهواء - الفوزان 27-04-1438هـ — youtube.com (20:02)
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