Smart Tips to Lower the Price of Your Sacrificial Animal
Inspect the animal
The animal should be healthy, agile, and clean.
The eyes should be bright and clear, and there should be no fluid coming out of the nose and mouth.
There should be no injuries or wounds on the body.
The body should be in good shape, with a suitable weight and no thin bones.
Choosing the season and time
Buy the animal a few days before the sacrifice so that you can inspect and care for it.
Prices usually increase in the last days of Eid, so it is better to buy early.
Check the local market
Find out the prices in different places.
Visit online markets or local cattle ranches to find out the best price.
Ways to reduce the price
Have as much information as possible so that you can negotiate a good price.
Point out some defects or minor problems with the animal to justify reducing the price.
Offer to pay in cash, and often a discount is given in cash.
Try to buy the animal from a large seller or farm to avoid middlemen’s commission.
Ask for a discount if you are buying more than one animal.
Be polite but confident in your conversation.
To find out the real price of the animal,
Check local prices.
Consider the breed, weight, and health of the animal.
Check online prices and market reports.
Be mindful of the requirements for sacrifice
The animal must be eligible for sacrifice according to Islamic principles.
Consider age, health, and physical condition.
