Cattle and Farm Animal Classifications

Cattle and farm animals have many classifications. In addition to these physical characteristics, cattle can also be classified by their use. Some cattle are raised specifically for milk production, while others are raised for meat. Some cattle are used for draft work, pulling plows and other farm equipment, while others are raised for their hides or other products. Continue reading Cattle and Farm Animal Classifications

Animal rights in Islam

It is not only humanity that was liberated by the coming of Islam but Animals too. Animals had rights, owning an animal never meant it was absolutely your property any more. Britain’s oldest animal shelter was formed in the nineteenth century, whilst 1200 years ago Muslims set up the first animal welfare centres. There is a popular but often neglected Hadith where:   A good … Continue reading Animal rights in Islam