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‘No more testing’: Beagle research facility that drew protests is closing, 475 remaining dogs to be rescued
READ MORE: https://www.fox8live.com/2026/06/16/no-more-testing-beagle-research-facility-that-drew-protests-is-closing-475-remaining-dogs-be-rescued/
Jun 18


Big Dog Ranch Rescue secures closure of Wisconsin beagle breeding facility, to relocate 475 dogs
READ MORE: https://www.wptv.com/news/region-c-palm-beach-county/loxahatchee-acreage/big-dog-ranch-rescue-secures-closure-of-wisconsin-beagle-breeding-facility-to-relocate-475-dogs
Jun 18


Wisconsin beagle farm closing, hundreds of dogs to be sent to Florida rescue group
READ MORE: https://abcnews.com/Technology/wireStory/wisconsin-beagle-farm-closing-hundreds-dogs-florida-rescue-133892969
Jun 18


95% Fail: The Animal Testing Translation Problem
Animal Testing Failure Rates Over 90% of drugs that pass animal trials fail in human clinical trials. 95% of drugs shown to be safe and effective in animals fail in humans which either proves harmful or ineffective. An analysis by University of Zurich researchers examining over 100 publications found that only 5% of positive animal test outcomes result in approval. A 92% failure rate in translating from preclinical study to approved medication. The root cause is physiologica
Jun 18


Cruelty-Free or Not? A Shopper's Guide to Brands That Test on Animals and the Ones That Don't
Every year, an estimated hundreds of thousands of animals including: rabbits, mice, guinea pigs, and even dogs like beagles are used in product testing around the world. The good news? You have power every time you shop. Why It Matters Many companies don't test on animals directly, but they still fund animal testing, usually because they sell in markets that require it or because their parent companies conduct testing. Animals in testing labs can endure procedures that inclu
Jun 18


From Research Facility to Freedom: The Ridglan Beagles' Journey Home
More than 1,600 beagles are finally getting the chance to experience what it means to simply be dogs. In one of the largest beagle rescue efforts in recent history, Big Dog Ranch Rescue, alongside the Center for a Humane Economy and numerous rescue partners, helped secure the release of beagles from Ridglan Farms. The Beginning of a Historic Rescue After months of advocacy and negotiations, an agreement was reached to secure the freedom of more than 1,600+ beagles from Ridgla
Jun 5


From the Streets to a Second Chance: Pelican
Pelican didn't arrive at our door. He arrived in traffic. In April, police had to stop cars on a Lake Worth road just to bring him to safety. It was a chaotic entrance for a dog who had clearly known nothing but chaos for a very long time. When Pelican first came into our care, the condition he was in told a story no dog should ever have to live. He was severely emaciated, his body worn down from what was obvious long-term neglect. His skin was raw and painful, covered in ope
Jun 5


135 more beagles released from Wisconsin research facility
READ MORE: https://abcnews.com/US/135-beagles-released-wisconsin-research-facility/story?id=133530013
Jun 5


135 more beagles freed from Dane County breeding/research site amid ongoing rescue effort
READ MORE: https://fox11online.com/news/state/135-more-beagles-freed-from-dane-county-breeding-and-research-facility-amid-rescue-effort-ridglan-farms-madison-big-dog-ranch-rescue-wisconsin-florida-dogs-midwest-adoption
Jun 5


Big Dog Ranch rescues 135 beagles from Ridglan Farms
READ MORE: https://www.wpbf.com/article/big-dog-ranch-rescues-135-beagles-ridglan-farms/71475259
Jun 5


"We are not giving up on the rest of the dogs': Dozens more dogs released from Ridglan Farms"
READ MORE: https://spectrumnews1.com/wi/milwaukee/news/2026/06/03/ridglan-farms-dogs-beagles
Jun 5


Inside the decade-long fight to free thousands of dogs from testing site
READ MORE: https://abcnews.com/video/133442985/
May 30


Animal Zone - Big Hearts for Big Dogs
Season 15 Episode 03: Big Hearts for Big Dogs: Inside America’s Largest No-Kill Rescue https://www.animalzone.org/episode/season-15/ep-03 In this powerful and uplifting episode of AnimalZone, we travel to Palm Beach County, Florida, to visit Big Dog Ranch Rescue, the largest no-kill dog rescue in America. Founder Lauree Simmons gives us an inside look at this extraordinary 33-acre campus dedicated to saving the dogs most often left behind—big dogs. Episode 04: Designe
May 19


Gov. DeSantis signs 2 bills at Big Dog Ranch Rescue dedicated to protecting pets
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed two new animal welfare bills into law, strengthening penalties for animal cruelty and adding new consumer protections for Floridians adopting or purchasing pets. READ MORE: https://cbs12.com/news/local/florida-news-beagle-rescue-governor-ron-desantis-to-speak-alongside-state-officials-at-big-dog-ranch-rescue-south-florida-palm-beach-county-news-loxahatchee-14444-okeechobee-boulevard-wilton-simpson-melanie-griffin-lauree-simmons-reho
May 14


ABC World News Tonight with David Muir
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May 11


Florida rescue leads effort to give 1,500 lab beagles a second chance
After spending their lives bred for laboratory research, 1,500 beagles are getting a second chance, with a Florida-based rescue stepping in to lead one of the largest dog relocations in U.S. history. READ MORE: https://cbs12.com/news/local/florida-rescue-leads-effort-to-give-1500-lab-beagles-a-second-chance-big-dog-ranch-rescue-south-florida-palm-beach-county-animal-testing-lab-blue-mounds-center-for-a-humane-economy-loxahatchee-puppy-mill
May 2


Shiba Inus Safe at Last
Nine Shiba Inus have been given a second chance and the beginning of a life they were never meant to live. After spending their lives in a puppy mill, used only for breeding, they were ultimately discarded when they were no longer considered “useful.” Dogs like these are often left behind in confinement, without the care or compassion they deserve. But that is not their story. Our rescue team brought all nine to safety at Big Dog Ranch Rescue, where they experienced something
Apr 29


An Earth Day Miracle
Earth came into our care after being surrendered due to severe medical concerns. From the moment she arrived, it was clear she was critically ill, extremely underweight, anemic, and in urgent need of intensive medical intervention. Our veterinary team immediately began around-the-clock care. Earth was placed on multiple medications, including steroids, antibiotics, and continuous rate infusion (CRI) insulin, while receiving constant monitoring and advanced diagnostics. Every
Apr 22


WPBF to the Rescue: Helping animals find forever homes
Cheyenne is this week's Pet of the Week. She is available at Big Dog Ranch Rescue. READ MORE: https://www.wpbf.com/article/wpbf-to-the-rescue-helping-animals-find-forever-homes-1762953340-1763559441-1764163252-1765373546-1765977368-1766583758-1767190960-1768398151-1769606628-1770818696-1771423923-1772025359-1772628220-1773230966-1774440916-1775045782-1776255207/71024526
Apr 16


The Rescue Behind the "Rescue"
How We Helped Save 80 Dogs' Lives from the Largest Rescue Operation in California One of the largest animal rescue operations in recent U.S. history unfolded in Lake Hughes, California after authorities uncovered a hoarding situation involving an individual, Christine De Andra, who was posing as an animal rescue under the name “Rock N Pawz Rescue.” More than 300 dogs and cats were discovered living in extreme overcrowding and unsanitary conditions. Many were sick, malnourishe
Apr 13
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