Although many consumers still continue to choose real fur over faux fur, citing its advantages over synthetics, there is no reason why a real fur option should be given for key chains or other items that are meant to be simple adornments. Many high-end retailers produce such ornaments and the public is presented with them in stores throughout Massachusetts. This causes the unnecessary suffering and killing of fur-bearing animals, and for nothing more than a bauble that will be discarded within 6 months. It is proposed that any "non-utility" fur item be banned from sale in Massachusetts. There may still be arguments for fur-lined coats and leather boots, but a fox tail pom pom is indefensible.