New Orleans icon Neuty the Nutria dies after cancer battle
By Metia Carroll
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NEW ORLEANS (WDSU) — A beloved New Orleans animal known for bringing smiles to thousands of people across social media has died.
Neuty the nutria, a local fan favorite who has become something of a New Orleans internet icon, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday morning.
In March, Neuty underwent medical tests after his owners revealed he had a malignant mass.
His owners say he tried to fight the cancer, but it was too aggressive and spread quickly. He continued to be active and not in pain during his last three months.
The update was shared on Tuesday on Neuty’s official Instagram page. In the post, his owners said they were taking him to the LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital for further testing.
Neuty has gained a large following online and throughout the New Orleans community, where photos and videos of the unusual pet nutria have brought joy to thousands of people.
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