Happy Cow was established in 2004 with the discovery of a unique opportunity: After spending a considerable amount of time wandering through India we came across a man who produced handmade leather clothing. This man was also a strict vegetarian. This point confused us - how could he abstain from eating meat yet work with leather?
As we began to learn the culture, it became clearer - this man had no problem working with leather because no cow had been killed to obtain the leather! All of his leather came from large furniture manufacturers who have excess leather on hand. He also explained to us that a significant portion of the leather comes from cows that died of natural causes. This is in fact quite common in India where 90% of the population are Hindus who consider cows to be sacred.
By shopping at Happy Cow, you are not only discouraging the unnecessary killing of animals but you are also helping to heal the planet! According to the United Nations, the mass breeding of cows (and other farm animals) is estimated to be responsible for a significant quantity of CO2 emissions (around 20%).* By using only recycled leather, we can help to diminish demand for mass breeding.
The current theme is Belt Bags - they not only make your life easier, but also look great! Each belt is 100% handmade from recycled leather and you will surely find numerous styles to fall in love with! When choosing your belt, keep in mind what you need to carry with you when you go out. "Why carry a bag when you can have a Belt Bag?"
The Belt Bag concept was developed as a practical alternative to carrying a bag. Many men and woman these days have a lot of things to carry when on the go. With our busy lifestyles we need a way to carry these belongings and still keep our hands-free for performing other tasks.
Happy Cow is extremely proud to be a fashion company that not only provides aesthetically attractive products, but also products that enrich the lives of those who purchase it.
Happy Cow is often referred to as a provider of "responsible fashion" as we are an environmentally-conscious company. Our raw material and printing is all recycled as we feel it is important to prioritize the health of the environment above profits.
Store Owners: We offer extremely competitive wholesale prices for store owners as well as a free listing on our stores page. Please fill out the wholesale enquiry form to receive more information.
Media Representatives: Information and recent articles about Happy Cow can be found here. High-res images for your blog or review will happily be provided upon request.
Thank you for visiting, if we can be of any assistance feel free to call or e-mail us.
"Be the change you want to see in the world."
* "Rearing Cattle Produces More Greenhouse Gases Than Driving Cars, UN Report Warns" (2006); Accessed on 25, September 2007. http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=20772&Cr=global&Cr1=environment,
As we began to learn the culture, it became clearer - this man had no problem working with leather because no cow had been killed to obtain the leather! All of his leather came from large furniture manufacturers who have excess leather on hand. He also explained to us that a significant portion of the leather comes from cows that died of natural causes. This is in fact quite common in India where 90% of the population are Hindus who consider cows to be sacred.
By shopping at Happy Cow, you are not only discouraging the unnecessary killing of animals but you are also helping to heal the planet! According to the United Nations, the mass breeding of cows (and other farm animals) is estimated to be responsible for a significant quantity of CO2 emissions (around 20%).* By using only recycled leather, we can help to diminish demand for mass breeding.
The current theme is Belt Bags - they not only make your life easier, but also look great! Each belt is 100% handmade from recycled leather and you will surely find numerous styles to fall in love with! When choosing your belt, keep in mind what you need to carry with you when you go out. "Why carry a bag when you can have a Belt Bag?"
The Belt Bag concept was developed as a practical alternative to carrying a bag. Many men and woman these days have a lot of things to carry when on the go. With our busy lifestyles we need a way to carry these belongings and still keep our hands-free for performing other tasks.
Happy Cow is extremely proud to be a fashion company that not only provides aesthetically attractive products, but also products that enrich the lives of those who purchase it.
Happy Cow is often referred to as a provider of "responsible fashion" as we are an environmentally-conscious company. Our raw material and printing is all recycled as we feel it is important to prioritize the health of the environment above profits.
Store Owners: We offer extremely competitive wholesale prices for store owners as well as a free listing on our stores page. Please fill out the wholesale enquiry form to receive more information.
Media Representatives: Information and recent articles about Happy Cow can be found here. High-res images for your blog or review will happily be provided upon request.
Thank you for visiting, if we can be of any assistance feel free to call or e-mail us.
"Be the change you want to see in the world."
* "Rearing Cattle Produces More Greenhouse Gases Than Driving Cars, UN Report Warns" (2006); Accessed on 25, September 2007. http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=20772&Cr=global&Cr1=environment,
About Happy Cow
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 less than $70?
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.
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 less than $70?
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.
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