Taking stud fees for a stallion? is it permissible for cats?

Question: Taking stud fees for a stallion? is it permissible for cats?

Praise to Allah

Summary:

It is forbidden to charge stud fees for a stallion because it was narrated that Abu Hurairah said:

“The Messenger of Allah forbade the price of a dog and stud fees for a stallion.”

Al-Bukhari 2284

However, lending the stallion for such purposes is permissible, and Allah will reward the owner for that. If the owner of the mare gives the owner of the stallion some money as a present, it is hoped that this is permissible.

Detailed Answer:

Charging a fee for the use of a stallion for breeding purposes is not permissible in Islam. The prohibition is based on the hadith narrated by Abu Hurairah: “The Messenger of Allah forbade the price of a dog and stud fees for a stallion.” (Bukhari 2284). This ruling is part of the broader Islamic principles aimed at ensuring fairness and avoiding unjust gains.

However, there are permissible alternatives:

1. Lending the Stallion: The owner of the stallion can lend it for breeding purposes without charging a fee. This act of kindness is encouraged and will be rewarded by Allah.
2. Accepting Gifts: If the owner of the mare gives a gift to the owner of the stallion out of appreciation, this is acceptable. The gift should not be pre-agreed as a condition for lending the stallion but should be given voluntarily.
3. Necessity: If there is no other alternative, and the owner of the herd suffers significant loss without breeding, some scholars permit paying the fee out of necessity. In this case, it remains haram for the one receiving the fee, but the payer is excused due to necessity.

It is important to adhere to these guidelines to ensure that the transactions remain within the boundaries set by Islamic teachings.

And Allah knows best