In Islam, interfering with animals’ natural reproduction processes without a valid reason is generally not recommended. Every creature is meant to live according to its natural conditions. However, sterilization may be permitted for certain animals under specific circumstances.
For animals whose meat is consumed, sterilization is seen as permissible if it enhances the quality of the meat. Regarding draft animals such as horses, sterilization is generally not allowed unless there is a beneficial reason for it, such as improving their work efficiency or health. Scholars have diverse views on sterilizing other types of animals, and their opinions can vary based on different contexts and needs.
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