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Year Of The Snake: A Year For Change

April 16, 2013

(ANIMAL WELFARE) While many turn a blind eye, there is no denying that the exotic snake skin trade continues to be big business in the fashion industry. Not only is this cruel fashion trend disastrous for several snake species, but it also allows for the inhumane killing of animals who are skinned alive and left to die in agony. In the article below, contributor Niqui Stubbs sheds light on the shocking reality behind this illegal trade. Read on to learn about the dangers of supporting the exotic animal skin fashion industry and how companies are urging the public to “keep wildlife out of your wardrobe.” — Global Animal

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Haute Couture Or Cruelty?

March 22, 2013

(ANIMAL CRUELTY) Although anti-fur campaigns have helped shed light on the cruelty of the fur trade, there has been a recent surge in fur sales. Because high fashion labels are incorporating more fur in their designs and many celebrities are shown wearing it, the global sale of fur has increased by ”70 percent to around $15 billion in the past decade,” according to Mark Oaten, the CEO of the International Fur Trade Federation. The truth behind this unfortunate trend is very disturbing as animals on fur farms are forced to live in cramped conditions—often resulting in insanity—and are brutally killed by being bludgeoned, electrocuted, or skinned alive. Fortunately, many great designers like Stella McCartney, Vivienne Westwood, and Calvin Klein are choosing to stay fur–free with compassionate couture. Read on to find out why fur sales are on the rise and how animal activists are responding. — Global Animal

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Boycott The Olsen Twins Cruel Croc Backpack

December 4, 2012

(TAKE ACTION) The Olsen twins—or the “Trollsens” as PETA calls them—are at it again. Once America’s sweethearts, the fur-toting has-beens are onto their next cruel creation: a $55,000 backpack made of black patent leather from Nile crocodiles. However, this isn’t the first animal to die for their fashion collection, The Row—or what is often referred to as their “Full House of Horrors.” Last year, Mary-Kate and Ashley created a $39,000 alligator handbag for their line, and in June, they released a $17,000 patchwork fur backpack. Read on to learn more about the Olsen’s apparent disregard for animal welfare and take a stand to help animals: Boycott their products until they agree to go fur-free! — Global Animal

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DiCaprio, Maguire Star In Anti-Poaching Film

August 29, 2012

(CELEBRITY NEWS) Actors Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, and Tobey Maguire have a new movie in the works, and its subject is something animal advocates can relate to. The celebrities plan to collaborate and produce a film focused on animal trafficking. While the movie industry has been criticized for using live animals in films, this motion picture could discourage producers from continuing to do so and alert the public of the harsh but true realities animals suffer through around the world. Even more, the project could be just the thing to stop poaching in its tracks by raising enough awareness on the issue. Read on to learn more about the upcoming film and how the actors are using their celebrity power to denounce animal cruelty. — Global Animal

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TOMS Releases Vegan Shoes Just In Time For Shark Week

August 15, 2012

(TAKE ACTION) The infamous Shark Week on Discovery Channel has inspired a company to focus their attention on some of the most misunderstood animals on our planet. TOMS Shoes, known for their generosity in poverty-stricken areas, has launched a line dedicated to shark conservation. Proceeds made from every pair go to protecting sharks and their habitats. Alongside these efforts, TOMS has been conducting research excursions and discussions revolving around shark preservation. Read on for more about this limited edition fashion line and how else you can help these fascinating fish. — Global Animal

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New Tees To Free Farm Animals

August 10, 2012

(TAKE ACTION) With summer coming to an end and fall lines rolling in, we’ve been hearing a lot of news about fashion industries returning to promote their real fur products. But it’s not all bad news. Fashion designer John Bartlett in collaboration with Farm Sanctuary, North America’s largest and most successful farm animal rescue organization, has launched “The Ambassador Collection,” a new collection of clothing to support animals rather than hurt them. — Global Animal

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Juicy Couture Founders Support Fur In Fashion

August 8, 2012

(TAKE ACTION) The Skaist Taylor’s founders, who previously owned Juicy Couture, are officially no longer fur-free.  The duo will be releasing a fall line that promotes real fur, and consumers are feeling the heat as they must decide whether or not to continue buying these products that now support animal abuse. While many people are under the false impression that animals are left unharmed when skinned for their fur, this is not the case at all. Animals bred on these fur farms are heavily abused and often left to die in excruciatingly painful ways, and Skaist Taylor is now in support of that. Read on for more details about real fur in fashion, and sign the petition to stop this line from hurting animals.  — Global Animal 

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School Teaches Abuse Over Compassion

August 7, 2012

(KIDS AND ANIMALS) While most kids learn science and math in school, the kids in New Zealand’s Uruti School are learning how to dress up dead possums in bikinis. The school is in hot water after holding a very bizarre fundraiser which consisted of a fashion show featuring dead possums dressed up by children. While possums are protected in Australia, they are unfortunately considered a pest in New Zealand. Read on to find out the school principal’s explanation for why she let this happen. — Global Animal

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