Hey, everybody, let's take a break. There are a lot of people taking knives to this subject. I believe that if any animal is slaughtered in a human manner, and all the animal is utilized to benefit mankind or other animals (like in a zoo); this is okay with me. I have leather shoes and purses. However, unless you have done a thorough research of how an animal's body is killed, how do you know that the animal did not suffer? I not against Lady Gaga wearing the coat. I am against illegal poaching of any kind or fashion. Just because an animal doesn't speak like we do doesn't make it any less to suffer than we would. I will not further broach the topic. Just be sure of the facts before defending someone. One more note, Ryan, I have viewed your postings and have enjoyed them. However, it is in bad taste to think animals that suffer get people pissed off and you think that is funny. I do not share in this joke. However, this is a hot topic that always arouses polar opposites. Everyone has their own opinion, but don't rub it in. :(
I can't believe how ignorant and incompassionate some people are... wearing fur is COMPLETELY different from eating meat. The breeding and death are beyond cruel. Imagine being skinned alive, can you imagine it? The meat we eat does not come from animals who have lived and been killed that way and I especially try to eat higher welfare products. It's called being responsible and not abusing the power we have as humans.