Is it ethical to buy sheepskin?

Is it ethical to buy sheepskin?

The pleasant news is that sheepskin is a by-product of the meat industry and no animals are harmed specifically for use of the skins. In actual fact we make use of a natural resource that, if properly cared for and tanned carefully, will last for a lifetime.

Are sheepskins vegan?

sheepskin is not vegan. Cows, sheep, alpacas, goats, ducks and foxes are animals commonly subject to exploitation for their skins, hair or feathers.

Where does Ikea get its sheepskin?

Ikea claims that its cowhide rugs and sheepskins come from Argentina, a country that is renowned for massive deforestation. However, the company is not always so forthcoming about their source of these natural products.

Is sheepskin real sheep?

Sheepskin is the hide of a sheep, sometimes also called lambskin. Unlike common leather, sheepskin is tanned with the fleece intact, as in a pelt.