The next time you are looking at those knock off UGG boots and thinking about how nice they would feel on your feet, think about this article and you will not be feeling so cozy.

Rebena also found in through research a released video showing sickening scenes of these dogs being skinned alive on a Chinese fur farm.

At the end of the day, it all comes down to the almighty dollar for most of these companies. In the case of knock-off Uggs, not many people are aware of the horrible treatment that animals endure just so their customers can wear a fluffy and comfy pair of boots.

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