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Is dog halal?

Quick answer Scholars differ

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

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

Ruling by school of thought

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

Dogs are not eaten according to the majority. A minority view in the Maliki school considers it disliked rather than forbidden.

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