Animal originated in 1987 in Poole, a seaside town and port in S.England. H Young Holdings bought Animal in 1997 and it rapidly became an international brand. If it's to do with surfing, snowboarding, wind or kite surfing Animal does it. Employing over 160 Animal sponsors the annual three day Animal Windfest at iconic Sandbanks close by. Animal produces fashion forward footwear from wicked free-riding Animal skate shoes designed with style and movement in mind to the new chilled out Animal Steamer mens comfort moccasins. Animal mens flip flops are synonymous with comfort and variety. Or chill out in Animal mens slippers e.g. Pipe, Lazyrider or best selling Camper (talk of the town (or the house) that comes with a full service history.