North American Fur Auction in peril
Fur industry showing cracks as consumers make compassionate choices.
November 7, 2019
Tag: fur
Queen Elizabeth won’t buy new fur, says dresser
Existing fur in collection and traditional garb may stay.
November 6, 2019
Fur trim fast facts: tips for advocates
Winter is coming so The Fur-Bearers have put together some fast facts to help advocates communicate why it’s time to #MakeFurHistory.
October 17, 2019
Federal Trade Commission complaint filed about Canada Goose
The Fur-Bearers and two American-based organizations target ‘humane fur’ claims in United States.
September 30, 2019
ACTION ALERT: It’s time to regulate/define ‘humane’ in Canada
The term 'humane' is unregulated in Canada, meaning any company can make claims of being humane with no protection for consumers or the animals who suffer.
September 11, 2019
ACTION ALERT: Fur should be labelled in Canada!
Fur products aren't labelled in Canada, allowing consumers to be duped into violating ethical, animal welfare, and environmental concerns. Join us in calling for change!
September 6, 2019
California bans fur trapping
Statewide policy prohibits commercial and recreational fur trapping.
September 5, 2019
Canada Goose won’t meet to discuss marketing claims with animal advocates
Two non-profits want to hear about company’s claims of humane sourcing of animal products.
September 4, 2019
PJ Smith of HSUS on: Fur, Fashion and The Future
Fur Policy Director at HSUS joins the Defender Radio podcast to share how he helped get Armani and other companies to drop fur and what advocates can do to move the fur-free initiative forward.
May 16, 2019
Why we haven’t posted about the Canada Goose “faux fur” rumour
TLDR: it’s a rumour that hasn’t been verified.
April 17, 2019
Massive decline in Saga Furs value reported
European auction house indicates a 28% loss of value due to decline in sales.
January 28, 2019
Coyotes Are Awesome: Fast Fur Facts
Coyotes are pretty awesome – and that’s just another in the long list of reasons to #MakeFurHistory.
September 28, 2018
VICTORY: Burberry goes fur free!
Major fashion retailer says they will phase out existing fur products and reduce waste.
September 6, 2018
UK considering consultations on going fur-free
The United Kingdom could be taking steps toward a fur-free future following a scathing report on retailers selling real fur as faux.
July 24, 2018
June 20, 2018
Charges laid against Ontario fur farmer following investigation
Undercover footage from advocacy group leads to multiple charges related to animal cruelty.
May 17, 2018
ACTION ALERT: Tell Canada Goose that you’re going to #RefuseTheGoose!
Tell Dani Reiss and Canada Goose that you’ve heard them loud and clear – inherently inhumane fur is part of their brand, and you’re going to #RefuseTheGoose!
April 9, 2018
Fostering Compassion Thru Storytelling with The Gryphon Press (519)
The Gryphon Press talks writing award-winning children’s books, growing compassion, and the story of the company. Learn about your chance to WIN a free book!
March 21, 2018
San Francisco makes fur history!
California city the largest to ban sales of fur products in the US to date.
March 21, 2018
Donatella Versace says killing animals for fur “doesn’t feel right”
Luxury clothier comes out against fur – a major win for the animals!
March 15, 2018
Fur industry uses concept of sustainability to excuse inherently inhumane methods
Sustainable moniker can mislead consumers into thinking fur is ethically acceptable.
March 1, 2018
‘Ethically-sourced’ is the latest marketing term in green washing campaigns
Terminology about fur or other products that is entirely subjective is entirely unreliable.
February 21, 2018
509: Joshua Katcher Is Telling The Story Of Fashion Animals
Designer and fashion professor Joshua Katcher is crowdfunding his new book, Fashion Animals, that takes on the fur industry and challenges the way the world sees fur in fashion.
January 15, 2018
VICTORY: Norway to ban fur farms!
End to fur farming part of deal to grow ruling minority government in Norway.
January 15, 2018
