I 'm sure Gin was a beautiful dog, just like the dog in the pic.
Though I can logically state what the excuses might be for abusing, it's still hard to fathom or think about. One of the reasons I liked working in the pet supply shop was that most of the people who came in there really doted on their pets, loved being with them and getting special things for them.
In the U.S. most Beagles are companions, or for the show ring. I did see a tv program about the rare situations here of a few examples of Beagles still working in hunting packs. Most people here who run hounds have any of the Southern hunting hounds <Plott, Coonhhound etc>
Quite appropriate for a Beagle, to have food names
they're not known for being picky.
I couldn't resist showing that vid to my hub. He's not big on Beagles <he likes pitties/bigger dogs and the working breeds> but thought it was pretty funny.