Beagle Pups Rescued from Testing Lab in South Bay
Categories: Animals
Here is a story that should pull at your heartstrings. A handful of beagle pups were rescued yesterday from a San Jose lab, where they had been living since birth and used for animal experimentation.
The Beagle Freedom Project had 24 hours to travel from Valley Village to San Jose to pick up the dogs before they were euthanized. Founder Shannon Keith jumped into her car and got the dogs -- all nine of them -- just in time.
It was the first time these sweet pups had walked and played in the grass, or even interacted with other dogs. They could barely walk without stumbling, according to Gary Smith, who is working with the organization.
The group couldn't confirm what kind of testing the dogs were being
used for, but they believe, based on conversations with the lab, it was
for household products and cosmetics.
Beagle Freedom Project, which rescued 11 beagles and a few rabbits, plans to find the pups foster homes soon -- but not until the rescuers get to enjoy cuddling, playing with, and running with these precious pooches.
The Beagle Freedom Project had 24 hours to travel from Valley Village to San Jose to pick up the dogs before they were euthanized. Founder Shannon Keith jumped into her car and got the dogs -- all nine of them -- just in time.
It was the first time these sweet pups had walked and played in the grass, or even interacted with other dogs. They could barely walk without stumbling, according to Gary Smith, who is working with the organization.
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| Gary Smith |
| Their first playtime |
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| Gary Smith |
| Headed out for a whole new life |
Beagle Freedom Project, which rescued 11 beagles and a few rabbits, plans to find the pups foster homes soon -- but not until the rescuers get to enjoy cuddling, playing with, and running with these precious pooches.
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| Gary Smith |
| By the end of the day, he was all smiles |
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