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July 9, 2014
FTC Enforcement Petition Filed against Retailer over “Faux” Raccoon Dog and Rabbit Fur
A legal petition accuses DrJays.com of selling falsely advertised and mislabeled fur-trimmed clothing.
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March 19, 2013
The Humane Society of the United States Applauds FTC’s Action against Neiman Marcus and Other Retailers in Response to 2011 Fur False Advertising Petition
The Humane Society of the United States applauds the Federal Trade Commission’s decision to take action on The HSUS’s 2011 fur false advertising and labeling petition against three retailers – Neiman Marcus, Dr. Jays and Revolve Clothing.
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March 7, 2013
N.Y. Retailer Sold Marc Jacobs, Other Fur Garments as Faux
An HSUS investigation found animal fur garments sold in violation of state and federal law at New York department store Century 21, including raccoon dog fur on a “faux fur” jacket by Marc Jacobs, and rabbit fur on an unlabeled infant jacket. See undercover video.
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February 20, 2013
The Humane Society of the United States and Jana Kohl Urge Kohl’s to Go Fur-Free
The Humane Society of the United States and Dr. Jana Kohl, granddaughter of the founder of Kohl’s, are urging Kohl’s Corporation to go fur-free in its department stores.
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January 18, 2013
Wayne's Blog: The Obama Administration’s First Term – Animal Protection Record
With President Obama’s inauguration and second term around the corner, I thought it would be a good opportunity to take a look back at his animal protection record over the last four years. How well has this administration responded to animal protection concerns?
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April 10, 2012
Animal Fur Sold as “Faux” by West Hollywood Retailer Kitson
The HSUS revealed that popular Los Angeles area boutique Kitson recently sold three different items as “faux fur” that were actually real animal fur. These findings are based on independent laboratory analysis using microscopy.
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December 29, 2011
2011: A Winning Year for Wildlife
From sharks to prairie dogs, 2011 was a year of victories for wildlife around the world.
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December 8, 2011
Shareholder Resolution from The HSUS Asks Macy’s, Inc. for Raccoon Dog Phase Out
The Humane Society of the United States submitted a shareholder resolution asking Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s, retail divisions of Macy’s, Inc., to develop a policy by the end of 2012 to phase out the sale of fur from raccoon dogs – the most falsely-advertised and mislabeled type of fur.
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December 7, 2011
Shareholder Resolution Asks Dillard’s for Raccoon Dog Phase Out
The HSUS submitted a shareholder resolution asking Dillard’s to phase out the sale of fur from raccoon dogs – the most falsely-advertised and dishonestly labeled type of fur.
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December 6, 2011
HSUS Shareholder Resolution Asks Ross Stores for Fur-Free Policy
The Humane Society of the United States’ Shareholder Resolution Asks Ross Stores for Fur-Free Policy
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November 22, 2011
The HSUS Files False Advertising Complaint over Fur Garments
The HSUS filed a legal petition with the FTC against eleven nationally and internationally-known retailers for the false advertising and mislabeling of fur trimmed products. The retailers advertised various items as being made with “faux” fur, but the products contain real animal fur.
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November 15, 2011
HSUS Shareholder Resolution Asks Kohl’s for Fur-Free Policy
The HSUS submitted a shareholder resolution asking Kohl’s to develop a policy to prohibit the sale of products that contain animal fur. The proposed policy would protect consumers from misleading fur labels and advertisements and end the company’s affiliation with cruel practices found in the fur industry.
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May 24, 2011
Fashion Student Lizette Avineri Chooses Compassion
After an HSUS presentation at the Parsons New School for Design, fashion student Lizette Avineri decided to create her own faux-fur fashions. Her work has helped bring awareness to the cruelty behind the fur industry and the amazing alternatives available for designers.
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December 30, 2010
Falsely Advertised, Mislabeled Raccoon Dog Fur Sold by Neiman Marcus
The HSUS revealed through laboratory testing that a St. John brand jacket advertised by Neiman Marcus in VOGUE and W magazines is not dyed “raccoon” fur, as described at NeimanMarcus.com and on the garment’s tag, but actually raccoon dog.
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December 8, 2010
U.S. Senate Passes Truth in Fur Labeling Act
The HSUS and the Humane Society Legislative Fund applaud the U.S. Senate for unanimously approving an important bipartisan bill, the Truth in Fur Labeling Act, to protect consumers and animals.
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August 26, 2010
Back to School in Fur-Free Style
When it comes to back to school shopping, it’s still "buyer beware" when it comes to fur trim. Use our guide for fur-free shopping.
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August 11, 2010
Calif. Lawmakers Pass Measure to Address Widespread Consumer Deception in Fur Fashion Industry
The HSUS applauds California's Senate for passing a bill that requires garments sold in California that are made of animal fur to say so on the label, and urges Gov. Schwarzenegger to sign it into law.
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August 9, 2010
Fur Investigation Nets Emmy
A CBS news station in Los Angeles won an Emmy for its segment showing an undercover investigation on the mislabeling of fur garments in the clothing industry.
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July 28, 2010
The HSUS, HSLF Praise House for Passing Bill to Address Deception in Fur-Trimmed Fashion Industry
The HSUS and HSLF applaud the House of Representatives for passing the Truth in Fur Labeling Act. This legislation would protect consumers by bringing much-needed accuracy and disclosure to fur products.
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June 30, 2010
The HSUS Praises House Panel for Advancing Bill to Address Deception in Fur-Trimmed Fashion Industry
The HSUS applauded the Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection Subcommittee of the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee for approving the Truth in Fur Labeling Act.
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January 20, 2010
Consumer Protection Bill Introduced to Address Problem of Animal Fur Sold as Fake
The HSUS applauds California Assemblymember Fiona Ma for introducing a measure to protect consumers by requiring all garments sold in California that are made of animal fur to say so on the label.
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December 1, 2009
Lord & Taylor Bans Raccoon Dog Fur from U.S. Stores
The HSUS and retailer Lord & Taylor have reached a settlement in a lawsuit alleging that several large department stores and fashion designers have repeatedly engaged in false advertising and mislabeling of fur garments. Lord & Taylor will end all use of raccoon dog fur and reform its advertising and garment labeling practices.
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November 10, 2009
Neiman Marcus Once Again Sold Animal Fur as 'Faux Fur'
The Humane Society of the United States has once again discovered that Neiman Marcus advertised and sold animal fur online as “faux” — this time it was a $1,300 Burberry women’s jacket.
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September 25, 2009
Fur False Advertising Case to Proceed
D.C. Superior Court ordered a false advertising case to proceed against major retailers accused of mislabeling garments containing animal fur.
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March 19, 2009
Court Settlement Will End Raccoon Dog Fur Sales By Andrew Marc
The HSUS and Andrew Marc reached a settlement in a lawsuit filed last year alleging that six of the nation's largest retailers and fashion designers have repeatedly engaged in false advertising and mislabeling of fur garments.
