The football player does not approve of the fur industry, explains why

Nov 6, 2013 21:11 GMT  ·  By

PETA has been around for quite a while, and lots of celebs and public figures have agreed to lend their support to the anti-animal cruelty campaigns is has organized over the years.

Football player Maurice Jones-Drew is the latest celebrity to team up with the organization and take a stand against the fur industry.

The NFL Star explains that, from his standpoint, stripping animals of their fur and turning it into coats and whatnot is an inhumane practice, which is why he would much rather wear ink instead of mink.

Check out the video above to learn what he thinks of this business and the people who help keep it up and running.

“Every year, millions of animals – including foxes, minks, raccoons, rabbits, chinchillas, and even cats and dogs – are electrocuted, beaten, drowned, strangled, and skinned alive for their fur,” PETA says.

“The only way to stop this cruelty is to end the demand and give up fur forever. Join Maurice today and take the pledge – make a touchdown for animals everywhere by living a kinder lifestyle now and vowing to be forever fur–free!” it adds.