Angora

What animal does Angora wool come from? Angora wool is obtained from Angora rabbits, which belong to the long-haired breeds. Typical of these animals are the long tufts of hair on their ears and the fur that continuously grows and, therefore, needs to be shorn every few months.

Originally, Angora rabbits come from a Turkish province called Angora. Nowadays, the animal is also bred in Germany and other countries.

The harvesting of wool is a sensitive issue, as in some countries it occurs under cruel conditions. Especially in China, where the largest share worldwide comes from, the hair is ripped from the living animal, while in Germany, the rules of animal welfare apply, and breeders are subject to strict regulations regarding the care of the animals and the harvesting of the wool. Here, the wool is obtained by machine shearing the animals, which is absolutely painless. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the origin of textiles containing this wool.

Angora wool is distinguished by its soft, fluffy, and heat-retaining properties. It is also said to have a soothing effect on rheumatism and is, therefore, often processed into health garments. This wool is also popular for sweaters, scarves, or hats.

Textiles containing Angora wool can be cleaned by hand at a maximum of 30 degrees. The garment should not be wrung out or rubbed.