Is Ugg Australia ethical?

UGG only purchases animal materials from suppliers that comply with our strict ethical sourcing and animal welfare policy which you can find here. 100% of our suppliers must verify their compliance with our Animal Welfare Policy on an annual basis.

Are Ugg Australia made in Australia?

Ugg Australia® is the ONLY 100% Australian Made manufactured Luxury Ugg Boots with the last Sheepskin Footwear Tannery in Australia.

Is UGG based in Australia?

Ugg boots are a unisex style of sheepskin boot originating in Australia. The boots are typically made of twin-faced sheepskin with fleece on the inside, a tanned outer surface and a synthetic sole.

Does UGG use child labor?

“I safely assure you we do not have child labor in our companies,”

Are Uggs less expensive in Australia?

Instead, the ‘Ugg Australia’ boots, which are actually owned by American company Deckers Outdoor Corporation who are based in the US, are just as expensive in Australia as they are in Ireland, the UK or other countries.

Is UGG cruelty to animals?

UGG boots are made of shearling—yep, that’s skin with the fleece still attached, people! Every year, millions of sheep are castrated and parts of their tails are cut off—often without any painkillers—before they’re finally slaughtered for their skin, which is what UGG boots are made of.

Does UGG murder sheep?

Here are the straight facts: merino sheep are not killed for the boots, they are only sheared, and it is a known fact that sheep are more comfortable without their heavy wool coats. Sheepskin refers to a sheep’s wool, not their actual skin.

Do UGG use real sheep wool?

UGG sources sheepskin from sheep that were raised for the meat industry. UGG does not raise sheep and buys sheepskin from tanneries. UGG® is committed to empowering you with information on the materials and craftsmanship that go into our products.

Why is UGG so expensive?

UGGs are expensive due to the double layer of sheepskin material used to make them. In addition to paying for the brand name, you are also investing in high-quality, comfortable footwear. A standard pair of UGG boots are made with an inner fleece covering and an outer sheepskin leather covering.

Is UGG sheepskin ethical?

UGG’s Animal Welfare FAQ attests that the company sources its sheepskin from sheep that are raised for food, and claims that the brand “only selects suppliers who meet our strict standards of ethical sourcing, including animal welfare.” A document describing these standards can be found here.