Buying fur or fur trim supports an industry that kills millions of domestic dogs and cats each year—both on purpose and accidentally in traps.
Although most dog and cat victims of the fur trade are raised and killed in China and other parts of Asia, their fur is exported for sale worldwide.
The United States already bans the sale of dog and cat fur (prompted by an HSUS investigation), but recent investigations found that dog fur is still slipping into the country on unlabeled and falsely advertised jackets.
In the United States, traps set for wild animals like foxes and bobcats maim or kill countless dogs and cats each year.
European Union Bans Dog, Cat Fur
International outrage about images of dogs and cats being killed for their fur helped spur the ban.
Learn MoreNews & Events
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November 12, 2009
2009 Cool. vs. Cruel Awards Feature Styles and Smiles
The 2009 Cool vs. Cruel awards celebrated animal-friendly fashion and fur-free designs
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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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September 24, 2009
HSI Canada: Stop the Seal Hunt, Trade in Cat and Dog Fur
Humane Society International/Canada strongly disputes statements in a Canadian government memo, released by Canadian Press, urging the Agriculture Minister not to follow the U.S. and EU in banning cat and dog fur imports.
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April 27, 2009
Godfather of Modern Tattoo Inks a Deal for Animals
Don Ed Hardy, the "godfather of modern tattoo," vowed not to use animal fur in any future products.
Our Victories
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May 2, 2011
Victories for Seals
The last year has seen great progress towards stopping Canada's commercial seal slaughter.
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December 28, 2010
Top 12 State Victories for Animals in 2010
Thanks to the help of our dedicated advocates and the support of state legislators, 2010 was another historic year for animals in state lawmaking.
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December 18, 2010
The HSUS and Humane Society Legislative Fund Applaud Signing of Truth in Fur Labeling Act
The HSUS and the Humane Society Legislative Fund applaud President Barack Obama for signing an important bipartisan bill to protect consumers and animals, The Truth in Fur Labeling Act.
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December 16, 2010
Austin City Council Prohibits Retail Sales of Dogs and Cats
The Austin, Texas, City Council has approved an ordinance to prohibit retail sales of dogs and cats at pet stores, a measure that will help crack down on inhumane puppy mills.