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AVMA releases expanded humane slaughter guidelines

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The latest edition of the AVMA Guidelines for the Humane Slaughter of Animals builds on the original 2016 version, with sections on fur-bearing species and marine animals.

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Fur and Fangs rather than Feathers and Beaks

10,000 Birds

The post Fur and Fangs rather than Feathers and Beaks first appeared on 10,000 Birds. There had been a hard frost and the temperature was several degrees below zero: the marten didn’t look happy, and I can’t say I blamed him. Next week David looks at further mammal encounters, but herbivores rather than carnivores.

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Russians Love Fur

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“Greenpeace has absolutely no voice in Russia,” said Natalia Paslavskaya, director of 2nd Fur Salon, one of the most exclusive fur boutiques in Russia that caters to the most sophisticated clientele, usually able to afford paying $250,000 for a signature fur coat and ordering a new one every year.

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The Push for "Ecological Fur"

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People out there are still trying to argue that wearing fur can be ecological, reusable, renewable and ecologically friendly. Tags: fur. I don't buy it, but decide for yourself.

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Fur Stores in Vancouver Canada Vandalized

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Four fur stories in the Vancouver, Canada, area were vandalized by animal rights activists who sprayed red paint on the windows and doors. The four stores were Capilano Furs, Speiser Furs, Snowflake Canada and Pappas Furs. Credit is being taken by ALF. Read the full story here at the Vancouver Sun.

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Michelle Obama Fur Free

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According to her press secretary, she does not wear fur.America's first lady, the fabulously fashionable Michelle Obama, has also declared via her press secretary that she, too, is fur-free. Obama does not wear fur.". Here's the official statement: "Mrs.

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Walmart Canada Pulls Rabbit Fur Slippers

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The Animal Defence League of Canada got Walmart to pull slippers containing real rabbit fur off its shelves. Walmart (of all places) has a no-fur policy. Tags: consumers canada fur walmart. The slippers are called Tender Tootsies. DON'T BUY THEM!

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