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Group Seeks to Ban Chinese Fur Trade with Australia

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Humane Society International (HSI) called on Wednesday for a ban on the fur trade to Australia. The call was issued after the animal rights group discovered that the fur were sourced from the raccoon dog in China, ABC Radio Australia reports. The dog fur are used are inside lining for ugg boots.

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Acclimatisation Societies of New Zealand

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A housecat in Buenos Aires got its start in Africa, a sheep in Australia to the Middle East, a chicken in Ireland can trace its origin to the jungles of Asia. Brush-tailed Possums were brought from Australia to help start a fur industry. California Quail are familiar birds to West Coast birders of North America, and Kiwis too now.

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Dog Collars

4 The Love Of Animals

Flea collars– Flea collars are a simple plastic collar impregnated with chemicals or oils designed to discourage fleas from taking up residence in the choicest part of a dog (from a flea’s perspective), the bushy fur surrounding a dog’s neck. Choke collars– These collars serve a training function.

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Best DIY Halloween Costumes for Cats and Dogs

4 The Love Of Animals

If you’ve got a dog known for herding, cut a rectangle of green fabric for your dog’s back, and superglue a few small stuff sheep dolls to the top. Elastics can get lost in fur, causing pain and swelling. Shepherd Shepherds. Skeleton Dog. Old hoodie sweaters are great for making dog costumes. Costume Tips for Cats and Dogs.

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