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The image above is a true statement from the fashion industry: in this sector, cruelty has no limits. Every time you buy a fashion item made from leather – be it a trendy handbag, a piece of comfortable shoes – please think about the tremendous cruelty that stands at the foundation of that product. This petition targets both the Chinese government – who has repeatedly failed to adopt animal welfare laws and has allowed this industry to thrive – as well as consumers worldwide, to take the pledge to go cruel-free and stop purchasing leather products. Please support the campaign and sign / share the petition now!
The shocking image attached to this petition
was taken in China, where countless cows are skinned alive for their leather.
Their pain can hardly be described in words. In order to prevent these gentle
creatures from escaping, often these beautiful animals have their limbs cut
off; on other occasions, cows tails’ are often broken and a special powder is
sprayed into their eyes, in order to force them to walk to the nearest abattoir
(which could be miles away).
Even if your pricey pair of leather office
shoes manufactured by a high-end designer are Made In Italy, the skin may still very well come from countries
such as India, where there absolutely no regulations concerning animal welfare
in place. This is what actually stands behind a pair of leather boots. Still
think you look great in leather? Please reconsider. Those animals needed their
skin to keep warm and their organs safe.
Please take the pledge to stop buying
leather products and sign the petition today. Consider opting for
animal-friendly fashion items. A growing number of designers and fashion
companies are offering items made from vegan leather, quality materials that do
not harm animals or the planet.
In addition, we hereby urge the Chinese
government to take serious action against this outrageous cruelty and enforce
animal protection laws that would strictly regulate this industry and will put
a stop to this inhumanity as soon as possible. No animal deserves to be treated
this way in the name of fashion, no matter what the circumstances are.
More info about the leather industry
globally here:
http://www.peta.org.uk/issues/animals-not-wear/leather/
Photo source:
http://www.gistmania.com/talk/topic, 305452.0.html