WATCH: Hundreds of dogs rescued as testing facility closes

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Nearly 500 beagles will be relocated after a deal to permanently close a longtime animal testing facility takes effect. The rescue represents a significant victory for animal welfare advocates who have long opposed the practice of using dogs in laboratory experiments. The facility's closure ends decades of testing operations and provides a path to rehome the remaining animals. The agreement marks a rare instance of coordinated action between animal rights groups and the facility to transition the dogs to permanent care situations. Each beagle will require medical assessment and behavioral evaluation before placement with families or sanctuary organizations.