The couple adopted a 7-year-old beagle named Mamma Mia, who was rescued from a facility that breeds dogs for biomedical research.
The USDA reported that in a seven-month period, more than 300 puppies died of unknown causes — and the facility took no measures to determine why these young dogs died in order to prevent future deaths. Records revealed that animals with easily treated conditions were often euthanized instead of being given care. Insects and insect larvae of all types were found living in food that was left out for the animals.
When Harry sat down on a couch, she added, “Mia ran right over to him, put her paws on his knees, and looked into his eyes.” Keith said that Harry had done his research and peppered her and fellow volunteer Malina Shirley, who drove Mia and her puppies from the East Coast to California, with questions.
The Sussexes spent some time in the yard with Mia on her own, Keith said, and when Meghan came back into the house, she was carrying the dog in her arms. “That was it,” Keith said.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Have Adopted a Rescue Beagle Named Mamma Mia'She was like 'No, we don’t want a Christmas puppy. … We want ones we can help who are older.''
Read more »
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Added a New Member to Their Family: All the Details - E! OnlinePrince Harry and Meghan Markle have adopted a new furry friend into their family: a 7-year-old beagle named Mamma Mia. Find out more about the couple's latest adorable addition.
Read more »
Duchess Meghan, Prince Harry adopt beagle rescued from animal testing facilityA dog with a ruff past is getting a royal happily ever after. Mia, a beagle who was 'tortured and abused' at a breeding facility in Virginia, was adopted by Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan earlier this month.
Read more »
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Adopt Beagle Rescued From Squalid Research PlantTheir new dog is one of 4,000 beagles freed by federal authorities now seeking a home.
Read more »
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Have Adopted a Rescue Beagle Named Mamma Mia'She was like 'No, we don’t want a Christmas puppy. … We want ones we can help who are older.''
Read more »
Harry and Meghan rescue beagle mom that was abused at Virginia facilitySeven-year-old Mia was one of 4,000 beagles rescued from abusive conditions at an Envigo facility in Cumberland, Va.
Read more »