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Sheepskin Slippers

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Ecowool is based at Sheepworld, New Zealand's showcase for sheep farming and wool production. We have been selling the finest quality NZ sheepskin and woollen products for almost 20 years. When you shop with Ecowool you have the security of knowing exactly who you are dealing with - the experts!

Feel free to visit us if you are in New Zealand, we would love to meet you!

Why Eco Fur?
What are the 'eco' benefits?"

possum fur from new zealand

The world's only environmentally friendly fur.

The use of Brushtail Possum fur is supported by New Zealand's Department of Conservation and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and other conservation organizations. A native of Australia, where it has natural predators and a harsher environment to contend with, the Brushtail Possum has thrived in the favourable conditions of New Zealand since it's introduction in 1837. It is now estimated that the New Zealand possum population now tops 70million and that they eat their way through 22,000 tons of vegetation per night.

Why are they a problem? The extensive damage to native forests can be seen all too clearly in many areas. In some areas they have eaten whole canopies of rata, totara, titoki, kowhai and kohekohe and in this process have destroyed the natural protection and home of many native species.

We deal only with carefully selected supply partners and you can be assured that the possum fur that you buy has come through a reputable and humane supply chain.

The use of possum fur is thus encouraged by conservation groups and the sales of Brushtail Possum fur products play an important role in the conservation of New Zealand's fauna, flora and wildlife and is helping to preserve the natural beauty of the country.

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Just to let you know that I received the slippers today and I am totally delighted with them, as I'm sure my daughter will be at Christmas. They must be the softest slippers I have ever felt. I think I'll be dropping hints till next Christmas for a pair of my own! Many thanks for your excellent service.

Linda Lyons, UK.

Why Eco Fur?What are the 'eco' benefits?"

possum fur from new zealand

view our great possum fur products

Why Eco Fur?
What are the 'eco' benefits?"