May The Zakat Of Animals Be Paid In Cash?

May the zakat of animals be paid in cash?

The zakat of animals may be given both in kind and in cash according to their value (See. Kasani, Bada’i, II, 41). However it is more appropriate to choose the type of payment that is beneficial to the poor.

Source: Presidency Of Religious Affairs The Turkey, High Board of Religious Affairs FATWA