Intensive Farming

Mink Farming Welfare and Reform

Mink farming involves keeping semi-aquatic predators in wire cages, raising serious animal welfare concerns.

Key Facts

Mink are semi-aquatic and require water access for welfare
Battery cage systems prevent nearly all natural behaviors
Mink farming has been banned in over 15 European countries
Stereotypic behaviors affect up to 85% of farmed mink

Welfare Considerations

Farmed mink spend their lives in small wire cages without access to water for swimming, the ability to hunt, or opportunities for social behavior. Stereotypic pacing, fur-chewing, and self-mutilation are common indicators of chronic frustration and poor welfare.

What You Can Do

Avoid purchasing real fur products
Support campaigns for mink farming bans
Back legislation for improved mink farm standards
Choose faux fur alternatives