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The sunnah is to offer goats for aqiqa and not a cow or a camel 

QUESTION: In india we normally slaughter buffalo or goat for aqeeqah..for a boy baby which one is better? 2 goats or 1 buffalo

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QUESTION:  I live far away from my family due to work. Should I also offer animal sacrifice on Eid al Adha or it would be sufficient if my Father offers the sacrifice? I’m asking this because I’m not married and my family members are barelvi.
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QUESTION: My son will be giving Haqiqa for her daughter in the coming days. Is it fine, the sheep can be sacrificed in cattle market and then later 1/3 of meat will be distributed among poors and with balance meat will organized feast for friends and relatives. Is it necessary the new born has to touch the sheep or its meat a part of Haqiqa. Pls clarify,