04/22/2026
Happy National Beagle Day from Mobile Dogs Run! 🐾
Today we want to shine some light on the unique characteristics of these little hounds, and discuss the harm this breed is often subjected to in many parts of the US and other countries.
Fun Beagle Facts:
-Beagles were initially bred in England to hunt small game and hare.
-They are pack hunters. Hunting in a pack of Beagles is called "Beagling".
-Beagles produce a distinct alert when they have caught scent or sight of their prey. This is often called Baying or the Melodic Bay. Hunters use this call to keep track of their pack.
- Beagles are known to be the most food motivated breed that exists.
- While they are known to be overweight due to this love for food, Beagles are actually incredibly athetic and have high stamina if worked properly. This is rooted in their ability to run for hours and miles, hunting their prey.
-Lastly, they are the most forgiving breed in the world. Rarely do they return aggression that has been projected onto them. This leads us to our next topic, that may be sensative for some.
Lab Testing and Beagles:
When most people think of animal testing, typically rodents such as mice, rats and rabbits come to mind. Beagles are one of the most common specimen for lab testing in the US. Hunderends of thousands of Beagles are subject to repeated abuse from birth, to the day they die. They are bred over and over again to be used for testing, and often never see sunlight, grass, or solid ground outside of their cage.
A common practice used in lab testing is the removal of their vocal cords to silence them simply for the convenience of the staff. Hearing a Beagle cry out is more difficult than causing an innocent animal life long suffering? Testing on Beagles is still legal in the US. But there are things you can do to advocate and help Beagles in suffering first hand.
- Donate to Beagle rescues who specialize in lab animals. Beagle Freedom Project, Triangle Beagle Rescue and The Beagle Alliance are great.
-Adpot or foster lab Beagles from rescues or shelters.
-Advocate for the Federal Beagle Bill.
-Share information with your peers.
Happy Beagle Day. Justice for them all! 💗