Wisconsin Research Facility Releases 1,500 Beagles for Adoption Amid Animal Mistreatment Allegations
A Wisconsin dog breeding and research facility, Ridglan Farms, has released 1,500 beagles following protests and allegations of animal mistreatment. The facility, which faced accusations of performing eye procedures that violated state veterinary standards, agreed to surrender its state breeding license by July 1 to avoid prosecution on felony animal mistreatment charges. The beagles are being rehomed through a confidential agreement with Big Dog Ranch Rescue and the Center for a Humane Economy. The first 300 dogs have already been removed, with the rest scheduled for relocation. The organizations are working to find homes for the dogs, with over 700 adoption applications received. The beagles are being vaccinated, microchipped, and prepared for adoption at a staging area in Wisconsin. 
