Peanut the Squirrel sets off social media firestorm after NY officials euthanize it

Peanut the Squirrel, a popular pet with over 550,000 social media followers, was taken away and euthanized by New York state officials. The owner, Mark Longo, had been running an animal sanctuary with Peanut as the inspiration. Longo expressed his devastation over losing Peanut, who had become a beloved member of their family. The incident sparked outrage online, with many expressing anger at the DEC for their actions. Despite the memes and jokes circulating online, the loss of Peanut was a heartbreaking event for Longo and his wife.