The categories of animals which are impermissible for Ud-hiyah

Q 4: What are the categories of animals which are impermissible for Ud-hiyah (sacrificial animal offered by non-pilgrims)?

A 4: The Ud-hiyah (sacrificial animal offered by non-pilgrims) must be from the beasts of cattle which are camels, cows and sheep. It is a condition that they must be void of blemishes, such as being one-eyed, sick, lean or crippled. In order to be valid for Ud-hiyah, a ram must complete at least sixth months of age, a goat must complete one year, a cow must complete two years and a camel must complete five years.May Allah grant us success. May Peace and Blessings of Allah be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and his Companions!