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.
The shocking image attached 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 (WHICH IS ALSO THE BIGGEST EXPORTER OF BEEF WHILE COW BEING THEIR
HOLLY/SACRED ANIMAL), 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 stop buying leather products from 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.
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.