We heard your cries across the border……in a place where you have no home, no name, no identity. You were used and tested in a laboratory, after people didn’t want you anymore. But you were rescued and now, you are on your way to FREEDOM. read more
Category: Highlights
If Whitney could talk, this is what she’d say.
Sometimes we get trapped in the static of every day. You forget what matters, forget how important your life is, your freedom is, the choices you make, the details of every second that change every minute, that define every hour, and impact your lifetime. read more
Echo
My name is Echo. The only reason I was ever born was to be used in animal experimentation. For years, I only knew a small cage, isolation, cruelty, and neglect. I was poked, prodded, and cut open for experiments. read more
'They are living, breathing creatures': EPA plans to eliminate animal testing
LINCOLNTON, N.C. – The Environmental Protection Agency plans to phase out animal testing by 2025 and completely eliminate it by 2035. The Beagle Freedom Project in Lincolnton has rescued more than 2,500 animals by changing the laws in 11 states and asking companies to give the animals to them after testing is done. Eyewitness News reporter Ken Lemon talked to the vice president of the organization, April Arrington, who said they are enthusiastic about the EPA’s decision. While speaking with Arrington, Lemon also met a dog named Winnie. Channel 9…
EPA announces Animal Testing phase out
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it will drastically reduce animal testing with a hopeful phase out by 2035. While this is a huge stride in the right direction, BFP remains cautiously optimistic. We know this decision will not come without a fight. The industries that profit off of the suffering of animals will push back. read more
BFP interviewed by Marilyn Milano
Today we were honored to speak with April Arrington, VP of Beagle Freedom Project. This is a world wide organization dedicated to the rescue of laboratory animals, and to placing animals in sanctuaries or homes once the research is done. This is an amazing organization doing vital work. Please support them if you are able! Original Article: Marilyn Milano Radio
The Weekday Warriors
Because of incredible supporters like YOU, Beagle Freedom Project was able to rescue SEVEN animal testing survivors last week. These seven sweet rabbits deemed ‘The Weekday Warriors’ now get the chance to feel sunlight on their fur and touch grass for the very first time. After their time in the laboratory, they were handed over to BFP to begin a new life. read more
Hope for Thousands of Beagles Used in Laboratory Experiments
In the United States we still use millions of animals in laboratory experiments. It’s a secretive industry and I think, many people are under the impression that it ended years ago. Not only is it still huge, but we test on just about every type of animal one can imagine, including dogs. 70,000 dogs a year are used in laboratory experiments and a great majority of them are beagles. The heartbreaking reason that beagles are so often the dog of choice is because they’re docile, sweet, trusting, and they don’t…
Trial ends in animal rights group's Sunshine Law suit against university
Animal rights group Beagle Freedom Project made its case this week that the University of Missouri violated the state’s Sunshine Law in a two-day bench trial of the group’s lawsuit against the university. Beagle Freedom Project’s 2016 lawsuit alleges that the university knowingly and purposefully violated the Sunshine Law when it billed the group $82,222.33 for public health records of dogs and cats used in medical research. Boone County Circuit Judge Jeff Harris said he will rule in the case after final findings and conclusions are submitted by both parties…
Tails of Freedom
YOU gave me a second chance to have a family. It’s because of you, I now have…. FREEDOM TO RUN. FREEDOM TO PLAY. FREEDOM TO BE LOVED. read more
Is your dog safe?
Hi Friends! The 4th of July is upon us, and BFP celebrates freedom for ALL! I love celebrating Independence Day by rolling in smelly stuff, eating ice cream and being the center of attention. However, I get extremely scared when I hear fireworks! Sometimes the fireworks are so loud, that it makes me want to run away and hide. read more
Laboratory animals from Mexico getting fresh start in NC
LINCOLNTON, N.C. (WBTV) – Several animals got a real taste of freedom recently after a life behind the bars of animal testing labs. The animals were brought across the border from Mexico on Friday by the Beagle Freedom Project. The rescue group for former research animals brought them to a farm sanctuary in Lincolnton. The four dogs, five rabbits and two mice are now beginning a brand new life. “When dogs touch grass for the first time, it’s an incredible experience,” said April Arrington of the Beagle Freedom Project. “These…