Facts & Reports
How many animals have to die for a fur coat?
More animals die for fur trim than to make full length fur coats.
Fur trim isn't the 'leftovers' from making full length fur coats. It depends on the style and size of the garment but here is a guide to the number of animals that suffer and die for 'fashion'.
Mink 30-70
Rabbit 30-40
Fox 10-20
Chinchilla 30-200
Seal 6-10
Lynx 8-12
Badger 10-12
Otter 10-16
Dog 15-20
Bobcat 16-22
Coypu (Nutria) 26-34
Raccoon 30-40
Marten 50-60
Sable 60-70
Squirrel 200-400
