Endangered species are being killed off, and "farms" that raise animals slaughter them for fashion, using barbaric means. Being human means being humane and ethical, to your dog, your cat, and to all animals.
The day after Thanksgiving, while many were shopping, anti-fur marchers walked from Lord & Taylor's to MACY's for a three hour vigil to raise awareness of animal cruelty in the name of vanity. Very few people shopping were wearing fur, a sign that humans are becoming more humane every year. (less info)