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…
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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…
Flowering Dogwood
On June 7th, 2019, a very special group of survivors made a long journey to freedom from a life of cruelty and experimentation. Four dogs, five rabbits, and two mice got to take their first steps. read more
Pound Seizure Rescue
POUND SEIZURE is the practice of animal shelters selling or giving dogs and cats to laboratories to use in research or experimentation. Help us introduce legislation to ban pound seizure and continue the fight against animal testing! read more
Animals to be Freed in Washington
You did it! We just passed our Beagle Freedom Bill in our 10th state! The state of Washington, notorious for its new animal laboratory, has passed our signature legislation and it was just signed into law by Governor Inslee. read more
California’s canine blood banks harvest from caged dogs and operate in secrecy
When Robyn Black rushed her beloved corgi Winston to a veterinary hospital in Sacramento, she told the staff to do whatever it took to heal her pup as an autoimmune disease threatened his life. Winston needed several blood transfusions, but after two days of treatment, the veterinary hospital ran out of the canine lifeline. Pet hospitals often are short on dog blood amid a national shortage that lawmakers say is further exacerbated in California by the state’s restrictive laws that require veterinarians to buy dog blood solely from two blood…
What it's like to run an animal rescue!
It’s hard to image, but there are lots of animals in the world who aren’t treated as nicely as they should be. Luckily there are people like Shannon Keith, who’s the founder and president of an animal rescue organization called Beagle Freedom Project. “Ever since I was a little girl, I wanted to help animas, so I started my non-profit in 2004 to rescue animals from all kinds of abusive situations and help them find good homes,” Shannon explains. Keep reading to find out more about her amazing animal job!…
River
We rescued River from a shelter in South Carolina. An officer found him lying next to the road begging someone to help him! We took him straight to emergency veterinary care, where he has remained in ICU. He is extremely emaciated with open wounds containing maggots. Somebody neglected him for years, and he has the symptoms to show for it. We will do everything we can to help River on his road to recovery.
NC bill would create online registry for convicted animal abusers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (FOX 46 CHARLOTTE) – A new bipartisan proposal would create a publicly available online registry of convicted animal abusers, with increased penalties for those with multiple convictions, similar to the sex offender registry. “I think it’s absolutely imperative we do everything we can to stop animal abuse,” said McKissick. Senate Bill 423 was filed in March 2019 with Senators Floyd McKissick Jr. and Britt being the primary sponsors. “We need to be concerned about that because often times, these people who abuse animals would engage in conduct that…
Tech helping support vegan living
Just a fraction of Americans claim to be vegan but sales of plant-based products are seeing a healthy boost. Endorsements from high profile celebrities like Beyonce and Brad Pitt have helped but technology is also feeding this growth. William Denselow is in New York with a look at how tech is transforming vegan living into big business. Original Article: FSNLiveDC