Each Happy Cow product is made from high-quality leather that has been sourced (as excess) from large furniture manufacturers. There are three major benefits of sourcing our leather in this way:
1. Less Pressure on the Environment - by only using recycled leather, we do not contribute to the demand for mass-breeding of farm animals. The United Nations website states that the mass-breeding of livestock is one of the major contributors to global warming.
2. No Unnecessary Suffering - By using what would otherwise be thrown away, we are able to avoid the unnecessary suffering of animals for the sake of human comfort. Animals are made to suffer too often for very superfluous reasons. Just because animals cannot be heard, doesn't mean they do not have the right to a peaceful life.
3. Cost Savings - By using recycled leather we are able to purchase our raw materials at a much cheaper price than if we were purchasing it directly from the tannery. Where else can you get fashionable, handmade, genuine leather items for between $60 - $90? Important: Because we use recycled leather, each belt is unique. Thus it is unlikely that you will receive the exact same color as pictured. When choosing a color, keep in mind that you are selecting a 'color category' rather than an exact match.
If you would like more information on recycled leather or would like to purchase wholesale recycled leather belts for your own business, please contact us for a wholesale pricelist.
