Category: Highlights

Last week, 44News reported on the Humane Society of the United States’ undercover investigation into Mount Vernon, Indiana animal testing lab Inotiv claiming dozens of beagles subjected to daily drug tests are set to be killed any day now.

In their 37 years together, Robert and his wife, Karin, have always enjoyed the comfort and companionship of dogs. “Our first was Calvin; he was our child,” says Robert. After Calvin, the couple adopted two beagles named Rudy and Archie, whom they had for 13 years. read more

Catonsville resident Katherine Novak got her pet beagle from a rescue program called Beagle Freedom Project. They rescue beagles who would otherwise be sentenced to death after being used for animal testing. read more

Cosmetics, cleaning supplies, baby products, mouthwash, deodorant, shampoo, medical devices, and medicine … the list goes on and on of everyday items you probably have in your house right now that are tested on animals. read more

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill that will usher in major changes in how life-saving animal blood is collected in California and eventually free “blood slave” donor dogs from captivity. read more

SACRAMENTO — California will phase out the controversial use of blood from caged dogs in pet hospitals under a bill signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom on Saturday. read more

The days of captive “blood slave” donor dogs may soon be over, forcing major change in how life-saving animal blood is collected in California — but only if the governor signs a hard-fought bill that’s headed to his desk. read more

The era of captive “blood slave” donor dogs is about to end and can force major changes in the way life-saving animals collect blood in California. But only if the governor has signed a fierce bill to his desk. read more

The Grounds and Hounds Rescue Roast initiative has partnered with the Beagle Freedom Project for a great new cause throughout the month of February. Grounds and Hounds Coffee, of course, is a rescue-minded coffee company (they have cool merch, too!), and BFP is a global organization making the lives of dogs, cats, and many other animals a little easier. read more

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (CBS Newspath/WKRC) – A baker’s dozen beagles have been rescued from an animal testing lab in China and transported to the U.S. All 13 dogs arrived on Sunday in southern California.

Dozens of dogs saved from slaughterhouses in China will meet their new fur-ever families in California this weekend thanks to a Big Apple-based rescue group. The 27 lucky pooches — including 18 adorable beagles — will be flown 14 hours from Beijing to Los Angeles by No Dogs Left Behind, which rescues pups from the dog meat trade. read more

El Segundo’s most beloved rescue dog has become a celebrity in his own right, and a bright spot in an otherwise challenging year. With its proximity to Los Angeles and reputation as a choice filming location, it’s no surprise that El Segundo provides an occasional celebrity sighting. read more