Fur farming — primarily mink and foxes in wire cages — has faced increasing bans across Europe and North America as welfare evidence mounts, though global production remains substantial.
Mink are semi-aquatic predators with large natural territories. Wire battery cages cause severe deprivation. Foxes in fur farms show fearfulness and chronic stress. Animals are killed by gassing or electrocution. Despite industry welfare codes, the inherent constraints of fur farming prevent meaningful welfare improvement.