What is the ruling on buying and selling cats?
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The majority of scholars are of the opinion that selling cats is permissible, while some (the Dhaahiriyyah and one narration from Imam Ahmad) consider it prohibited. Ibn al-Mundhir also reported this view from Abu Hurayrah. The preponderant opinion is that its sale is permissible.
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