This report outlines NOUKK’s dedication to upholding exceptional animal welfare standards in the care and handling of Arabian camels. Emphasizing ethical practices, the document details our commitment to sourcing camel hair through natural shedding processes, aligning with the Textile Exchange’s Benchmark for Animal Welfare as well as the Sustainable Fibre Alliance (SFA) guidelines. We utilize the Five Domains Model to evaluate and enhance our operations, focusing on nutrition, environment, health and management, behavior, and mental state. Beyond welfare, NOUKK integrates sustainability into its practices, incorporating regenerative approaches to promote ecosystem health and long-term resource renewal. Through continuous improvement, education of suppliers, and exploration of sustainable techniques, NOUKK strives to exceed industry standards, ensuring humane and responsible practices in producing high-quality, ethically sourced textiles.
Commitment and Purpose
At NOUKK, we are deeply committed to upholding the highest standards of animal welfare in every aspect of our operations. Our process is rooted in respect for the natural behaviour and well-being of Arabian camels. We source camel hair solely from the natural shedding process, ensuring that no animals are harmed or stressed during collection. This document serves as a transparent framework for how we ensure the humane treatment of animals while producing high-quality, responsibly sourced textile products.
How to use this document
This document outlines NOUKK’s commitment to animal welfare, sustainable sourcing, and ethical practices in camel hair collection, while also serving as a tool for comparison with the Unified Standard V1.1. and the Textile Exchange’s Responsible Animal Fibre (RAF) standard. It provides insight into how we align our operations with industry benchmarks while
highlighting our unique approach rooted in respect for the Arabian camel (as well as baby camels: “calves”) and its desert environment. The following table includes the expectations set by recognized global standards like the textile exchange and how NOUKK operates based on our internal welfare policies and local desert ecosystem conditions.
NOUKK assessment evaluates compliance with the relevant standards on a scale of 1 to 5:
- Score 1: Planned for Future Implementation
- Score 2: Work in Progress
- Score 3: Partially Implemented
- Score 4: Fully Implemented
- Score 5: Fully Implemented and Monitored
This document not only informs stakeholders about our practices but also guides our continuous improvement, setting clear targets for enhancing animal welfare, environmental impact, and supply chain transparency.
We are delighted to address any questions you may have and look forward to advancing the conversation. We are eager to hear your expert thoughts on how we can enhance our animal welfare operations.