An application for a 24-hour dog breeding facility in Elphinstone, Victoria, housing up to 150 dogs, has been withdrawn following lobbying from residents and animal activists. The proposal included scheduled C-sections and artificial insemination, drawing criticism for its invasiveness.
The first 300 beagles have been rescued from Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin, a research facility that faced protests and legal battles over animal treatment. Big Dog Ranch Rescue and the Center for a Humane Economy purchased all 1,500 dogs through a confidential agreement. The first dogs showed immediate signs of trust, approaching rescuers within hours and seeking attention. Over 700 adoption applications have been received, though screening and preparation will take time.
Animal rescue groups Big Dog Ranch Rescue and the Center for a Humane Economy have agreed to purchase approximately 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin. The agreement comes after violent clashes between activists and police at the facility earlier this month. The dogs will be transported to rescue facilities in Florida and Alabama for medical treatment and adoption assessment.
