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Otters and minks are brutally killed for their fur to make fake eyelashes, underscoring the urgent need to ban this cruel practice and promote humane

Otters and minks are brutally killed for their fur to make fake eyelashes, underscoring the urgent need to ban this cruel practice and promote humane

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Started by Kieran Kieran 1 year, 7 months ago
Otters and minks are brutally killed for their fur to make fake eyelashes, leading to a heartbreaking reality where baby otters slowly starve to death without their mothers' nourishing milk. These innocent creatures, vital to our marine ecosystem, help maintain the balance of underwater habitats by controlling prey populations and promoting biodiversity. As their numbers dwindle, the health of our oceans is jeopardized, threatening the survival of countless marine species. The Ocean Integrity group is courageously fighting to halt this disgusting industry, yet otters face extinction unless we take action. We must urge our political leaders to outlaw the importation of artificial eyelashes made from animal fur, ensuring that these precious beings are protected and that future generations can witness their playful, vital presence in our waters.

Updates

January 24, 2025

The devastation caused by this industry continues to weigh heavily on those who have read the recent reports regarding local habitats. I am currently preparing a formal letter to present our concerns directly to the relevant regulatory board.

January 24, 2025

The momentum behind this petition highlights a growing public refusal to accept the cruelty inherent in the fur industry. This progress serves as a strong signal to policymakers that the protection of marine life must become a legislative priority.

27 Comments

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Leah Morf
1 year ago Featured

This practice is despicable. We have enough resources to utilized synthetic materials. There is zero reason any animal should die for FAKE EYELASHES. Utter disgrace :(

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Miros Viamonte
1 year ago Featured

Lets save this beautiful little creatures. They don't have a voice, we are their voices!!

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Colleen Vandersteen
1 year ago Featured

Stop killing Minks and Otters for Fake Eyelashes. This product can be made without animal products.

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Helen Beynon
1 year ago Featured

I didn't even know this happens, I'm absolutely disgusted to read that this is happening in our world right now. I wonder how many people know about this, because it's come as a complete shock to myself! Stop this right now.

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Lisa Gregory
1 year ago Featured

It's completely ridiculous to have to sign a petition that involves pure vanity vs complete harm and abuse. Just Stop All of these ideas.

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Kathleen Hayes
1 year ago Featured

This cruel act should be banned. Greedy people making these little creatures extent.

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Martina J Perry
1 year ago

These beautiful sea creatures need to be free to live out their lives in peace & harmony.❤️

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Catherine Messina
1 year ago

Speechless!