Q: Is it better for one to slaughter the Qurbaani animal himself or to appoint someone to slaughter it on his behalf?
From Ihyaaud Deen. This entry is part 31 of 51 in the series Qurbani Masaail
A: It is best for the one performing qurbaani to slaughter the Qurbaani animal if he is able to. If he is unable to do so, the he should appoint someone to slaughter it on his behalf.