Folks, I hate occasionally reporting stories like this but I really think this one needs some attention. I'm not a member of PETA and I have no problem -- or at least not too much difficulty -- with the wearing of fur when it comes from some rodent or cow, etc. But cats and dogs are smart, emotional creatures who have brought an astounding amount of love and brightness into our lives.
I suppose that someone could make an argument that there is no difference between a mink and a cat but I don't see it that way. From This Is London:
Cat and dog fur is being shipped into Britain on a record scale, it is revealed today. Figures obtained by the Evening Standard show a huge surge in imports of the pelts for sale to the fashion industry. Traders from Europe and the Far East ferried up to £7million worth into Britain last year...
Although America, Italy, Sweden, Denmark, Greece and Australia have banned all cat and dog fur imports, there are no such restrictions in Britain.
The majority of cat and dog fur arriving here comes from China, where two million animals a year are slaughtered for the trade.
I'm sorry folks but this is the most repellent photo and story I have ever read. I don't often wish harm to people but I sincerely hope that ANYONE who would buy and wear a cat or dog coat will be found dead under a tree because their miniscule heart has exploded. I wish death on them. Pure and simple.
It is incredible that a country like Britain, that protects worms and slugs would allow such trade in dog and cat fur. It is astonishing that any mutant would buy such a thing.
You know folks, not that the capture of wandering pets is a problem in Vermont, but this just gives me one more reason to keep my cats inside and if I had a dog, I would be sure to supervise their outdoor activities.
This story has really bummed me out.