Heroic Rescue Group Sets Over 250 Cats And Dogs Free From Cruel Animal Testing Facility

This animal rescue group is touching the lives of animals like no other.

Jesse

• Published in Interesting
• April 17, 2024

When Taylor Swift sang about real life being sweeter than fiction, she was onto something. Sure, we’ve all shed a tear or two during sad movies.

They break our hearts into pieces with an unexpected tragic event, then glue it back together using a picture-perfect happy ending. But let me tell you, the drama, plot twists, and triumphs of many real-life encounters could give any blockbuster a run for its money—and our story today is one of them.

Now, before we dive into the gory details, a quick heads-up for sensitive folks: this journey began with a sad reality - animals subjected to unimaginable cruelty all in the name of testing. 

The Nowata flea and tick product testing laboratory was the house of horrors where these unthinkable acts took place.  Enter the heroes: Beagle Freedom Project (BFP), a group that’s part freedom fighters, part animal snugglers, and entirely awesome.

They’ve liberated over 4,000 animals from the clutches of cruel experiments since their inception, but their latest venture in Nowata is something for the storybooks. The situation was dire – we’re talking skin burned off, forceful flea breeding on the poor animals’ skin, toxin-induced seizures, and so much more.

But what makes this story even more special? It's not just a tale of rescue. It's about retribution and rebirth. Dogs and cats that once knew only cages and clinical trials now have a landscape dotted with dog parks, cat cafés, and even barns for their farm animal friends.

Shannon Keith could no longer turn a blind eye to the cruelty against beagles, so BFP was born!

Since its founding in 2010, this Los Angeles-based nonprofit has turned into the Avengers for animals used in laboratory testing.

The mad scientist lab was conveniently located in “no man’s land.”

These adorable fur balls were confined

It’s like a concentration camp; but for animals. Unacceptable by any standards.

Now, here’s where our story takes an exciting turn. BFP, primarily a dog rescue, faced a unique challenge with the cats they rescued.

The cat shelters were full, and they had absolutely no idea what to do with them. But fear not; for every challenge, there’s a hero waiting in the wings. 

California’s unending ‘kitty season’ turns every cat rescue center into a purr-packed paradise.

They swiftly turned to Nathan Kehn, A.K.A Nathan the Cat Lady, a prominent figure in the cat community. The response was immediate, and before anyone knew it, all seven lucky cats were adopted! Talk about a purr-fect rescue mission.

Nathan, the Cat lady. Our favorite cat guy is ready to save the day

The gang soon teamed up again for another epic rescue mission, and this time, Nathan did more than just find fur-rever homes for abused kittens. 

Fast forward to Valentine’s Day 2024, and BFP made hearts throb with an exciting announcement. They’d not only rescued these adorable animals but also put an end to a third of the flea and tick testing industry. In addition to that, they acquired the 30-acre property for themselves!

With BFP’s noble efforts, beagles can now rest easy—and other oppressed animals, too, of course.

A rescued Cat is a Happy Cat

The former lab is getting a major makeover – think less mad scientist’s lair, more spa retreat for pets. They’re calling it Freedom Fields, and soon, it will be a sanctuary where former lab captives can frolic freely, possibly while sipping on dog-friendly piña coladas.

Nathan the Cat Lady flew in, toolbox in hand, ready to help build the paradise. The plan includes everything from posh dog dens to a "catio" (it's like a patio, but for cats – get it?).

There’s even talk about a senior animals’ center; BFP really thinks of everything. Shannon Keith, the president of BFP, couldn’t hide her excitement.

After rehabilitation comes a luxury treat at Freedom Fields, then happily ever after with loving parents

With a little team effort, the road to creating the purr-fect next chapter for these cats won’t be too far off.

And here’s where you come in, dear reader. It doesn’t matter if you’re a dog lover, a cat enthusiast, or just someone who’s into happy endings. The real tragedy would be to stop the momentum here. 

Flea and tick products don’t need to be tested on animals, and BFP is on the front lines, ensuring the industry gets the update it desperately needs.

As we celebrate these happy new beginnings, let's also join forces to create a world where every animal can thrive without fear or suffering. 

Jesse