The news has sparked widespread backlash, with even Elon Musk weighing in after retweeting a post that urged, “The government should leave people and their animals alone.'
New York State authorities recently seized Peanut, an internet-famous squirrel, from a New York man’s home, resulting in the beloved critter’s euthanization and sparking outrage among fans.Peanut, known for his cowboy hat and waffle-loving antics, had gained a social media following of over half a million. Mark Longo, Peanut’s owner, was devastated by the state’s actions.
" Many fans echoed similar sentiments, demanding compassion and calling for changes in wildlife policies.Fans say they too are heartbroken, sharing messages of love and condolences online. In a social media post, Longo shared: "It is with profound sorrow that we announce the heartbreaking news: on Oct. 30, the DEC made the devastating decision to euthanize our beloved Peanut the squirrel and Fred the raccoon.
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