A beloved New Orleans animal known for bringing smiles to thousands of people across social media is now facing a serious health battle.
Neuty the nutria, a local fan favorite who has become something of a New Orleans internet icon, is undergoing medical tests after his owners revealed he has a malignant mass.
The update was shared 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…