The article discusses the critical situation of dogs, especially beagles, used in research facilities where they often endure severe mistreatment and painful testing. Over 40,000 dogs are subjected to such conditions annually in the U.S., and legal protections for them are scarce. The situation at Ridglan Farms, a major breeding facility for research dogs, is highlighted, with documented neglect, untreated injuries, and deplorable living conditions. The authors argue for ending such practices and emphasize the availability of effective non-animal research alternatives, advocating for compassionate homes for these dogs post-experimentation.
Every year, more than 40,000 dogs, mostly beagles, are used in research in the United States. They are often used in painful and deadly tests, and laws to protect them are minimal.
It's important to understand what dogs can go through even before they reach a lab. On January 9, 2025, a judge in Dane County, Wisconsin, ordered the appointment of a special prosecutor to investigate allegations of criminal animal cruelty at Ridglan Farms.
Ridglan has been in business since 1966 and holds about 3,000 beagles in huge, industrial sheds. Inspections by state and federal regulatory bodies have documented deficient housing, untreated injuries, and unsanitary conditions at Ridglan for years.
Even with evidence of inhumane conditions, very few people are aware that this is going on and are very surprised and deeply concerned when they learn about it.
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