Mulesing is currently performed on approx 70% of Merino wool sheep in Australia. Due to the suffering caused, mulesing has been banned in New Zealand, however, it can still be legally performed in Australia, and without any pain relief.
Despite remarkable progress, millions of foxes, minks, rabbits, cats, dogs and raccoon dogs continue to be brutally farmed and slaughtered for their fur every year
Down is a common filling material used in fashion and textiles worldwide, and is especially used by fashion brands who cater for winter or outdoor apparel.
There's plenty of fur-free fashion – the Fur Free Retailer tells you where. FOUR PAWS Australia is the Australian representative of the Fur Free Retailer program, connecting brands to the global program.
With so many popular brands opting to fake the real deal, faux fur has never looked so stylish. Real fur, meanwhile, often comes in bright, eye-popping colours making it tricky to recognise.
