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Useful Vegan Information
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What's Wrong with Leather?
Leather is neither cruelty-free nor environmentally-friendly.
Luckily, vegan alternatives abound. Discover your options here.
Accessories
Belts
Much of the world's leather goes to making belts. But you can easily find cruelty-free synthetic belts indistinguishable from leather.
Wallets
Your search for a vegan wallet ends here. Several companies make durable and stylish wallets from vegan materials.
Neckties
While most neckties are made with silk, you can easily find beautiful ties made from non-animal fibers.
Vegan Cars
Until recently, most high-quality car interiors featured leather seating and steering wheels. Tesla and other car companies now offer beautiful and compassionate alternatives.
Vegan Personal Care
Shaving
A comprehensive guide to cruelty-free shaving, covering blades, brushes, and shaving creams.
Soap
Discover the top brands of vegan soap, made from high-quality plant-based oils.
Shampoo
Clean and shiny hair doesn't need animal testing or derivatives.
Candles
Years ago, most candles were made from animal fats. Today it’s easy to find clean-burning candles formulated using parafin and other vegan ingredients.
Animal Ingredients
Lanolin
Lanolin is a byproduct of the wool industry, which is known for cruel farming practices. It shows up in many skincare products.
Gelatin
Not only is gelatin derived from animals, it's one of the most disgusting food ingredients in existence.
Whey
Whey is a byproduct of cheese production. Inexpensive vegan protein powder offers a healthy & humane alternative.
Shoes
Whether you’re seeking running shoes, casual shoes, or shoes suitable for the office, you’ll find loads of terrific vegan choices.
Cats
With a significant amount of added expense and effort, plus additional veterinary care, some cats can thrive on a vegan diet.
Dogs
Dogs can easily be transitioned to a nutritionally appropriate vegan diet. Here's what you need to know about vegan canine nutrition.
Level 5 Vegan
This phrase traces back to a Simpsons cartoon episode joking about taking vegan lifestyles to their absolute extreme.
Being Vegan in Winter
Centuries ago, furs and hides offered the only way for people to stay warm outdoors. Happily, modern fibers and fabrics offer plenty of warmth without any of the cruelty.
Wool
You can dress warm without wool, while simultaneously avoiding the scratchiness and the animal cruelty.
Vegan Boots
Keep your feet warm and dry during the winter with our guide to vegan boots..
Goose Down
Avoid the cruelty of goose down with vegan alternatives that are comparably warm, yet much cheaper and easier to clean
Vegan Condoms
Most condoms are made from latex, which is derived from cows’ milk.
But check out these widely-available vegan brands.
Everything Else…
Vegan Necktie Shopping Guide
Most men’s neckties are made of silk, which is a non-vegan fiber produced by silkworms. There are strong ethical reasons to avoid silk that you
Vegan-ish New Year’s Resolutions
One of the great virtues of New Year’s resolutions is that they can take any form, since there are limitless opportunities for self-improvement. Resolutions can
Animal Millionaire: Saving One Million Animals
Perhaps the best thing about being either a vegan or a chegan is that, over the course of your lifetime, you’re guaranteed to keep a
Henry Spira
Henry Spira wasn’t just a hero to animals, he was the animal protection movement’s first truly great activist. In 1973, Henry read a Peter Singer essay
Vegan Suits
Purchasing a vegan suit may seem daunting, but with a little effort you can find just what you’re looking for. Most suits are made from
Meatless Mondays
Meatless Mondays is a popular campaign that urges people to avoid meat on Mondays. Celebrated world-wide, it’s a great way to kick-off the work week
Vegan Dog Food and Treats: a List of Top Brands
Vegan dog food is easy to find, and countless dogs thrive on a diet free of animal products. All of a dog’s nutritional needs can
Nonprofit Organizations
There are literally dozens of nonprofit organizations that explicitly promote vegan lifestyles. Of these, most emphasize one of four approaches: Outreach. Vegan Outreach is the
A Short Guide to Vegan-Friendly Religious Cults
Most people satisfy their need for food by some combination of dining out, eating convenience foods, and preparing their own meals. But there’s still another
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