Animal Care Before Qurbani

If you have purchased a Qurbani animal and are keeping it at home before Eid, proper care is essential — both for the animal's wellbeing and for the validity of your Qurbani.

Feeding

  • Provide fresh water at all times

  • Feed dry hay or grass twice daily

  • Avoid overfeeding grains — this can cause bloating

  • Do not feed plastic bags, junk, or processed food

Housing

  • Keep the animal in a clean, shaded area

  • Ensure there is enough space to move freely

  • Clean the living area daily to prevent disease

  • Protect from extreme heat or rain

Health Monitoring

Check your animal daily for these signs of illness:

  • Loss of appetite

  • Unusual discharge from eyes or nose

  • Lethargy or inability to stand

  • Bloated stomach

  • Limping or wounds

If any of these appear, consult a veterinarian immediately. A sick animal may become invalid for Qurbani.

Islamic Guidelines on Animal Treatment

Islam places great emphasis on treating animals with kindness:

"Allah has prescribed kindness in everything." — Sahih Muslim

  • Do not stress the animal unnecessarily

  • Do not slaughter one animal in front of another

  • Sharpen the blade before slaughter — never in front of the animal

  • Recite Bismillah, Allahu Akbar before slaughter

Skip the Hassle with EzQurbani

If managing an animal at home is difficult, EzQurbani keeps your animal at a certified farm with professional care until the day of Eid. You get peace of mind, and the animal gets proper treatment.