Chami is a beagle trapped in a Texas A&M research lab. For months, she’s been held in isolation, showing visible signs of trauma: spinning in tight circles, defecating in fear, and withdrawing from human contact. Multiple staff documented her distress and pushed for change—only to be ignored. One caregiver who tried to advocate for Chami was fired.
Now, Texas A&M is preparing to subject her to more invasive testing that will end in her death. There is no justification for continuing to hold her.
Beagle Freedom Project has offered to take Chami into immediate care, provide medical and behavioral support, and place her in a permanent, loving home. Texas A&M has ignored that offer.
Chami deserves freedom—not more pain.
Chami’s Reality
What You’re Seeing Is Trauma
This footage shows Chami spinning compulsively in her cage — a clear sign of deep psychological distress caused by prolonged isolation and neglect. This isn’t science. It’s suffering.
Texas A&M has been aware of her condition for months and still refuses to act.
According to her attending veterinarian at Texas A&M, Jonathan Bova, “As long as she doesn’t get a concussion from spinning all day, that’s ok. We are not going to stop the spinning.”
Take Action – Tell Texas A&M to Release Chami
Beagle Freedom Project is on site and ready to take Chami into care immediately. Every hour she remains inside that lab is more harm.
Use the form to send a direct message to Texas A&M’s leadership. Urge them to release Chami to Beagle Freedom Project now.
Don’t wait. Chami can’t speak for herself—but we can.
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