It's not forbidden to touch dogs - but it is required to cleanse oneself afterwards. Dogs are permitted if they "serve a purpose" generally interpreted to provide a service, (herding, hunting, etc.)
A lot of people are afraid of or don't like dogs here because of the possibility of rabies amongst the feral population.
I have always lived in at least 95 - 99% Muslim neighbourhoods, the worst I've experienced is kids ringing the doorbell to make her bark. If possible, I would try to get a stand alone villa - then you don't have to worry about women like jjj75 mentioned.
It is important that the dog have access to AC especially in the summer months and always cool water.
It's not forbidden to touch dogs - but it is required to cleanse oneself afterwards. Dogs are permitted if they "serve a purpose" generally interpreted to provide a service, (herding, hunting, etc.)
A lot of people are afraid of or don't like dogs here because of the possibility of rabies amongst the feral population.
I have always lived in at least 95 - 99% Muslim neighbourhoods, the worst I've experienced is kids ringing the doorbell to make her bark. If possible, I would try to get a stand alone villa - then you don't have to worry about women like jjj75 mentioned.
It is important that the dog have access to AC especially in the summer months and always cool water.