On April 24, 2018, Larry Hogan, Governor of Maryland, signed the Beagle Freedom Bill – a measure that legally compels research laboratories to release dogs and cats who are no longer needed in testing, allowing them to be adopted into loving homes! Maryland is the seventh U.S. state to pass this legislation, saving the lives of countless animals. The bill comes at the perfect time as it was passed during World Week for Animals in Labs, which brings attention to the issues of animal testing and cruelty. Thanks to the…
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Celebrate another Beagle Freedom Law!
Maryland just became the 7th state to pass the Beagle Freedom Law! What was once a novel concept is now a national expectation. Every dog and cat that has endured caged cruelty for our products and curiosities in laboratories should at least get a chance at real life, liberty and a home. Thank you for fighting for their freedom. Together we are ending animal testing one rescued survivor at time. Please show love and appreciation for all those who made this possible, but especially our legislative allies: Governor Hogan, the…
Pups At Statehouse: Puppy Mill Sales Banned At Pet Stores
Gov. Larry Hogan has signed a ban on the sale of puppy mill dogs at Maryland pet stores, and a law requiring lab animals to be adopted. ANNAPOLIS, MD — Animal rescue groups and shelters celebrated Tuesday as Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan signed a law that bans the sale of puppy mill dogs in pet stores. Dogs and owners celebrated at the Statehouse, while owners of the few remaining pet stores affected criticized the law. “An overwhelming majority of Marylanders agree – holding puppies is the best part of any…
Governor signs Beagle Bill
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Governor Larry Hogan signed more than 200 bills into law Tuesday morning, some of which cracks down on repeat violent offenders and those who commit crimes with guns. The one bill that made Hogan smile the most was the so-called Beagle Bill, named for the most common dog breed used in testing. The bill will require cats and dogs used for research to be given a chance at adoption. When the animal is no longer needed, research facilities will have to give them to animal rescue organizations.…
Coalition Of Campaigners Sues Trump Administration's Decision To Censor Animal Welfare Data
A coalition of animal and health organizations has filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s decision to conceal animal welfare records. The censored documents include information about revealing whether laboratories, puppy mills, roadside zoos, and other animal-using businesses are engaged in practices that violate the federal Animal Welfare Act [AWA]. Campaigners from animal rights charity PETA, the Physician’s Committee For Responsible Medicine [PCRM], the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and the Rescue and Freedom Project (formerly the Beagle Freedom Project) are all plaintiffs in the case.…
Pet Stores Urged to Increase Ethical Standards by Supplying Cruelty Free Products for Companion Animals
Beagle Freedom Project (BFP), an animal welfare group, has just announced its latest campaign. Cut the Cruelty will expose pet suppliers with ties to animal testing and work with major retailers to discontinue their partnerships with these suppliers. The campaign has already reached an agreement with overstock.com, which will no longer do business with Marshall Pet Products. BFP Founder and President, Shannon Keith, explained that many pet supply companies are also associated with animal experimentation. Marshall Pet Products, for example, sells pet toys and treats, but it is also connected…
Maryland Passes ‘Beagle Freedom Bill’ to Help Research Dogs Get Adopted
The Maryland General Assembly has passed new legislation that requires research facilities in the state to “take reasonable steps” to adopt out any dogs used in scientific experiments once they are no longer needed. Named the Beagle Freedom Bill because beagles are the most commonly used dog breed for research, the new law means institutions will have to search for placement of the dogs, or create relationships with animal rescue centers that can help find them new homes. Up until now, there have been no laws regulating what happens to…
Bill To Protect Dogs Used in Research Passes, But Sponsor Says It Was ‘Neutered’ by Foes
Del. Kramer poised to push additional protections for companion animals in next year’s session At first glance, Del. Ben Kramer’s multiyear effort to protect companion animals was successful on two fronts during the just-finished 2018 session of the Maryland General Assembly. Legislation offered by Kramer to end the sale of dogs in retail pet stores—where critics say many of the animals are products of so-called “puppy mills”—sailed through the House and Senate. It is awaiting Gov. Larry Hogan’s signature, as is another Kramer proposal—which he had been pushing for four…
Penny
Penny is the sweetest little love bug in the world! She loves to cuddle and give cute little snorts of happiness when she eats. She’s super mellow and walks great on a leash. Penny loves to chill on the couch and desperately wants someone to call her own! Will you be her fur-ever family?!
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The Bouncing Bunnies
Jellybean and Cadbury were part of the Bouncing Bunnies rescue. These lovely ladies have started to get used to hanging out with people but need a little more one-on-one time to help them transition to the loving family members that they deserve to be. read more
Puppy Mania!
Spring is in the air! Flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and the Beagle Freedom Project is in puppy heaven! In January 2018 seven of the fifteen beagles rescued from a Beijing laboratory flew to the US for veterinary care, forever families, and freedom. The other seven beagles remained and were adopted by amazing families in China. One senior beagle, scheduled to come to America had to have her trip postponed; she was pregnant. Although Maria is a very sensitive senior who is also blind, she gave birth to…
