[Animals] New Legislation “Peanut’s Law” Introduced After Authorities Tragically Seize & Kill Beloved Peanut The Squirrel

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The tragic seizure and killing of Peanut the squirrel in New York has sparked global outrage, drawing widespread criticism from animal lovers worldwide. Peanut, a beloved squirrel, was rescued seven years ago after being found orphaned and injured as a baby, and nursed back to health.
Following anonymous complaints, officers from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) seized both Peanut and a raccoon named Fred from Mark Longo’s home in rural Pine City, near the Pennsylvania border.
With a rapidly growing Instagram following of 698,000, Peanut was adored by fans around the world. Tens of thousands signed an online petition demanding his return. Unfortunately, in New York, wild animals are regarded as property, offering little legal recourse.
Rescued as an infant, Peanut was unable to develop the essential survival skills needed for the wild, leading to the decision to keep him indoors for his well-being. As for Fred, Lango said he only had the raccoon for a few months, hoping to rehabilitate the injured animal and release him back into the wild.
 

 

New Legislation “Peanut’s Law” Introduced After Authorities Tragically Seize & Kill Beloved Peanut The Squirrel - World Animal News