Beagles are known for their loyalty, their gentleness, and their trust in people.

They’re also one of the most widely used dogs in laboratory testing.

Why?

In this episode, we look at how animal testing became a standard part of modern science and why it continues despite its clear limitations in addition to the harm it causes.

If better, more human-relevant alternatives are emerging… why does the system still rely on animals at all?

And what would it take to change it?