Most people do not realize that rats and guinea pigs are not the only animals that are used for research and testing. Known for their loyalty and calm disposition, beagles are often used for pharmaceutical testing.

Barney, the beagle featured in this video was once used in the testing industry. While living in a laboratory is a horrible existence, it is hardly the only challenge Barney has faced in his life. Barney was formerly adopted then abandoned and left to fend for himself on the street. He was then brought into a shelter and became a long-term resident. Thankfully, Barney’s nightmare ended thanks to the help of ARME’s Beagle Freedom Project.

Beagle Freedom Project works to find forever home for animals that were used as testing subjects. Although he is only seven years old, Barney has a whole host of health conditions associated with his former life. But, despite all his many setbacks, Barney’s tail never stops wagging thanks to his new loving guardian.