Euthanasia

Euthanasia (from Greek: εὐθανασία; "good death": εὖ, eu; "well" or "good" + θάνατος, thanatos; "death") is the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering.

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Islam . Euthanasia . Pet

Does Islam permit euthanasia of pets? Is there any ruling regarding it?

Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 1 year ago

Yes it is permissible to help the pet if the pet is in sever pain when there is no other to help it but euthanasia.

'Wassalam.

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Euthanasia

What is the Islamic verdict on euthanasia? Is it allowed in some cases and, if so, what conditions need to be met?

Abolfazl Sabouri, Abolfazl Sabouri is based in New Zealand and has an MA in Jurisprudence and Islamic Studies. He is a graduate of Elmiyeh seminary in Qom with more than 15 years of study and research where he has... Answered 4 years ago

It is not allowed. Our body and soul are a trust from God and the time of death is in His hands.

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Illness . Pet . Euthanasia

Is humane euthanasia of pets permitted if they are suffering a painful and fatal illness?

Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 5 years ago

Bismihi ta'ala

This would depend on the recommendation of a veterinarian or evaluation of a qualified person, as to whether the animal should be put down or not. If they believe that the animal pet should be put down, then it would be permitted to do so.

And Allah knows best.