ROANOKE, Va. – Greater than 60 beagles are secure and sound at Angels of Assisi after being rescued from animal experimentation at a facility in Cumberland, Virginia.

This comes after the Humane Society of the USA and a number of other shelter and rescue companions labored to avoid wasting practically 4,000 beagles from Envigo final week.

In keeping with our earlier reporting, the canine have been bred and used for scientific experiments and likewise usually went with out correct care or meals. The power has since then shut down after a lawsuit was filed towards the ability, claiming that it was working in violation of the Animal Welfare Act.

Angels of Assisi is extremely grateful to see that the candy pups are actually secure and comfy.

“The beagles are settled in for the night time. Their eyes look extra optimistic, and we hope they know they’re secure now. Every has their very own cozy mattress and full bellies,” the shelter mentioned in a Fb put up.

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Within the put up, Angels of Assisi mentioned the beagles will want medical care, together with dental cleanings, neutering and extra.

If you happen to want to donate to the group’s Biscuit Fund, you are able to do so right here.

Seeking to foster these mothers and their puppies till they’re sufficiently old to be adopted? Contact Angels of Assisi’s Adoption Coordinators at adoptions@angelsofassisi.org.