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Protesters Demand Beagle Release; 29 Arrested in Wisconsin

4/21/2026

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Protesters gathered at Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' Capitol office to demand release of 2,000 beagles from Ridglan Farms.
Authorities arrested 29 people during the protests, which included clashes with police.
Ridglan Farms denied cruelty allegations and defended animal welfare.
Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett defended police actions citing safety concerns.
U.S. Representative Mark Pocan urged officials to work with Ridglan on a dog release plan to prevent euthanasia.

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Protesters gathered at Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' Capitol office to demand release of 2,000 beagles from Ridglan Farms.
Authorities arrested 29 people during the protests, which included clashes with police.
Ridglan Farms denied cruelty allegations and defended animal welfare.
Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett defended police actions citing safety concerns.
U.S. Representative Mark Pocan urged officials to work with Ridglan on a dog release plan to prevent euthanasia.