Muezza was the name of his favourite cat. As the legend goes, Muhammad (Pbuh) awoke one day to the sounds of the Azaan, the Muslim daily call to prayer.
What is the most loved animal in Islam?
Admired for their cleanliness, cats are considered "the quintessential pet" by Muslims.
What was the prophets Favourite animal?
The Islamic prophet Muhammad always loved cats. His favorite feline of all was Muezza. Muhammad was so attached to him, he'd let the cat sit on his lap while he gave his sermons. He'd even drink water that Muezza had previously been lapping up [source: Islamic Information Portal].
What does Allah say about animals?
Islam and animals There is not an animal on earth, nor a bird that flies on its wings, but they are communities like you... Muslims believe that: all living creatures were made by Allah. Allah loves all animals.
Does Allah love cats?
In Islam, cats are viewed as holy animals. Above all, they are admired for their cleanliness. They are thought to be ritually clean which is why they're allowed to enter homes and even mosques. According to authentic narrations, one may make ablution for prayer with the same water that a cat has drunk from.