Nine years ago today, I rescued our very first beagles from an animal testing facility in California. Never could I have imagined that the rescue of those two sweet, innocent lives would bring us to where we are today. I am grateful, humbled, touched and honored. read more
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Skye
Skye was rescued from animal testing in 2015 at about a year old. She lived a wonderful life with her human mom until she passed away recently. Skye is now looking for a new home filled with just as much love. She needs the companionship of other dogs and would ideally like to find a quiet, laid-back home. She is loving and very sweet and just wants kindness, love and companionship. read more
BFP Wins Its 3 years Battle Against Mizzou
In 2016, Beagle Freedom Project was forced to bring a lawsuit against Mizzou for failure to disclose documents pertaining to the dogs and cats it performs experimentation tests on in response to BFP’s request under the state’s “Sunshine Law.” read more
Judge: University of Missouri violated Sunshine Law with high estimate
The University of Missouri lost a major Sunshine Law case Friday involving records sought by an animal rights group. Circuit Judge Jeff Harris ruled the university violated the law by estimating it would cost more than $82,000 to fulfill the records request. In his ruling, Harris ordered the university to pay a $1,000 fine for a “knowing” violation of the law and the attorneys’ fees for the case filed by the Beagle Freedom Project in May 2016 and tried by Harris in July. “Defendants’ cost estimate was contrary to the…
Roscoe
Roscoe is a handsome brindle boy and he knows it. He loves the ladies and loves a good snuggle with his foster mom. He is only 2 years old and loves playtime. After being in a shelter and then acquired by a laboratory for animal testing (a practice known as “pound seizure”), he’s learning how fun it is to play and be free. He is especially fond of toys and will happily play all day with a ball or stuffie. He would love a doggie sibling his size to play…
Raphael
Raphael was rescued from animal testing but shhhh - don’t remind him. He lives life to the fullest and has embraced freedom with exuberance and joy. He’s an adventurous boy who would love to be your companion for all of life’s adventures. Car Rides? Check. Hikes? Check. Playtime in the yard? Check. He’s a true beagle and loves to occasionally engage in beagle mischief to make you smile and is obsessed with mealtime. He also loves a good snuggle session at the end of the day. He would love a…
Boone County judge rules against University of Missouri in open records lawsuit
A Boone County judge has sided with an animal rights organization in its lawsuit claiming the University of Missouri charged an excessive price for records about animals used in research. The Beagle Freedom Project sued MU in May 2016 after the university gave an estimate of $82,222 to fulfill a request for records about animals used in research. The request was part of a larger Beagle Freedom Project campaign that included requests to at least a dozen universities, most of which provided the records at little or no cost, according…
Judge rules MU violated Sunshine Law in animal rights group's suit
MU knowingly violated the Missouri Sunshine Law by overestimating the cost of providing records to an animal rights group, a Boone County Judge ruled Friday. After it was told a records request would cost over $82,000, the group Animal Rescue, Media & Education, also known as the Beagle Freedom Project, sued the university and the UM System records custodian, Paula Barrett, in May 2016. The group wanted documents for 179 dogs and cats used in MU research, experiments and testing. “After hearing the evidence, the Court finds that there is…
Dogs rescued from Mexico animal testing facility get new leash on life
VALLEY VILLAGE, LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Several adorable pups made their way across the Mexico border to Valley Village after spending most of their lives in an animal testing facility. Beagle Freedom Project (BFP) was able to secure their release and get them on the road to freedom. They took their first steps of freedom on grass and into the loving arms of those who work each day to make sure they get to live after the testing. “I’m so surprised that they are so sweet considering what’s been done…
From Cages to Costumes
Look how far our sweet little animal testing survivors have come? From cages to costumes, our rescues teach us to celebrate life and even laugh at ourselves! Happy Halloween from all of us at Beagle Freedom Project! SAFETY TIPS FOR HALLOWEEN read more
Apple
Meet Apple! Apple was rescued from animal testing in Mexico as part of BFP’s “Happily Ever Afters” Rescue. Apple loves being the center of attention and will squeeze her way in front of all her furry foster siblings to get love first, especially if it involves neck scratches and cuddle time! She has lots of energy and loves running around with the zoomies! She enjoys sunbathing, going for walks and to the dog park. Apple is ready to meet her forever family and have her happily ever after. read more
Snow White
Hi! My name is Snow White. My name may be appropriate because of my gorgeous white fur, but it’s also perfect because I’m finally getting the fairy tale ending I always dreamed of. I was in a horrible place in Mexico at an animal testing facility, but Beagle Freedom Project rescued me as a part of their “Happily Ever Afters” rescue and now I’m coming to California to live the life I was meant to lead as a princess. I love attention from people, so please bring on the pets…