In a tragic turn of events, Peanut the squirrel, a widely adored social media sensation, was seized and euthanized by New York’s Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) following a raid on the home of his caretaker, Mark Longo. Peanut, who had gathered millions of followers with his playful and endearing personality, was one of two animals taken from the sanctuary Longo runs, sparking outrage and raising questions about government actions against the household pet.
Peanut became a household name after being rescued as a baby squirrel, when his mother was killed by a car. Over the years, the little squirrel grew into a beloved figure online, amassing over three million followers across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Longo’s nonprofit, P’Nuts Freedom Farm Animal Sanctuary, was built to support Peanut and other animals like him who needed a safe home. Peanut had even overcome significant obstacles, including the loss of part of his tail after an attack, and without the instincts necessary for survival in the wild, he became a domesticated, indoor companion.
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The sanctuary shared Peanut’s story, saying, “Seven years ago, a tiny, fluffy baby squirrel entered our lives and changed everything. ‘Peanut the Squirrel’ quickly captured hearts and became a household name.” Peanut was not only cherished by his online fans but also by Longo, who had raised him as a part of the family.
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