Islam and cats
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The cat is considered "the quintessential pet" by Muslims,[1] and is admired for its cleanliness, and was a beloved animal to Muhammad.[2] Unlike many other animals, such as dogs, Islamic Law considers cats ritually pure and possess baraka (blissful energy),[3] and allows cats to freely enter homes and even mosques. Although cats are ritually pure, their flesh is forbidden.[4] Cats are believed to be the most common pet in Muslim countries.[1]