New Zealand ...
... has established itself as a global leader in ethical wool production, governed by strict animal welfare laws and progressive farming standards - including a ban on mulesing and live exportation. When you purchase a clingfree DRYER BALL (made exclusively with New Zealand wool), the fiber comes from a system that legally guarantees the humane treatment of the sheep. The wool is then shipped to Nepal, where each ball is responsibly handmade before being packaged in our hometown of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Domesticated sheep breeds ...
... used for dryer balls cannot shed their own wool. If left unshorn, their fleece will grow indefinitely, leading to severe overheating, mobility issues, and blindness. To keep the animals healthy, skilled professionals shear the sheep once a year, usually in the spring. Using precise, relaxed handling techniques (such as the traditional Bowen style), the shearer positions the sheep comfortably, removing the heavy fleece safely and painlessly with electric clippers in just a few minutes.
Ethical treatment isn't just a moral choice ...
... it directly impacts the final product. Happy, low-stress sheep grazing on open pastures naturally produce stronger, cleaner, and more resilient wool fibers, which translates into a denser, longer-lasting dryer ball for your laundry.