GUILT OF THE INNOCENT: California appeals court overturns convictions against animal rights activist
GUILT OF THE INNOCENT: California appeals court overturns convictions against animal rights activist
The appeals court reversed the felony conspiracy charge and one misdemeanor trespass charge for Direct Action Everywhere co-founder Wayne Hsiung from actions he took at Petaluma chicken and duck farms in 2018 and 2019. The animal rights group said the court rejected the prosecutor’s argument that animals are to be categorically excluded from a ‘necessity defense’. Hsiung’s attorney argued that the jury was not allowed to see evidence related to his claim that his actions were legally justified under the necessity defense. ‘We agree with defendant that the trial court erroneously limited his presentation of evidence to the jury related […]
Deal inked to transfer 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms to animal protection groups
Deal inked to transfer 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms to animal protection groups
The Ridglan Farms beagle rescue will be conducted in phases to ensure the ongoing health and safety of the animals, with veterinary teams, transport specialists, and partner organizations coordinating care, relocation, and adoption across the country. The movement of dogs will begin soon, and continue until the transition is complete, with several hundred beagles finding homes in Wisconsin and more than 1,000 becoming family members in other states. The organizations are asking for financial support to help fund the rescue, including opportunities to sponsor individual dogs, transport missions, and medical care. ANIMAL WELLNESS ACTION: The Center for a Humane Economy […]
Animal rescue group says it bought 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms
Animal rescue group says it bought 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms
Big Dog Ranch Rescue and the Center for a Humane Economy said they have entered into a confidential agreement with Ridglan Farms to buy 1,500 of the facility’s roughly 2,000 beagles for an undisclosed price. It’s unclear what the plans are for the remaining dogs. The 1,500 dogs will be transported later this week from Ridglan to partner agencies as well as to Big Dog Ranch Rescue facilities in Florida and Alabama. ASSOCIATED PRESS: Animal refuge groups said Wednesday that they have agreed to buy nearly 1,500 beagles at a Wisconsin dog breeding and research business that was the site […]
