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The debate over real versus faux fur has been going on for decades, although real fur has been around for centuries. The Fur Council of Canada provides us with some great resources to learn about the eco-friendly practices of the fur industry. Fur, leather and shearling are natural, unlike synthetic products which are typically petroleum based.
According to the Fur Council of Canada, “Fur is a natural, renewable and sustainable resource. That means we only use part of what nature produces each year without depleting wildlife populations or damage the natural habitats that sustain them. In nature, each plant and animal species generally produces more offspring than the land can support to maturity. Like other species, we live by making use of part of this surplus that nature creates. We also have a responsibility to protect the wilderness areas that provide these valuable resources. Modern conservationists define this as the “sustainable use” of renewable resources.”
The Council also tells us that synthetic materials like those used in many faux fur products are “generally made from petroleum (a non-renewable resource), which is NOT consistent with the sustainable use of our environment. The production, transportation and disposal of petrochemicals can cause environmental problems.”
In addition to these points, real fur is an organic material and biodegradable. It is also extremely durable and can also be recycled and restyled into new pieces to fit the current trends or your lifestyle.
The Fur Council of Canada also has a lot of information on their website about responsible practices in the fur trade surrounding animal welfare. Be an educated consumer and you’ll be able to enjoy your real fur for years to come, guilt free!
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