Throw the book at the scumbags 😡! Four people have been arrested after a hedgehog was painted in Leeds United colours. The stricken creature, which had been daubed with yellow and blue paint, was discovered in a garden in Yeadon earlier this month. The fumes from the paint meant the hedgehog could not breathe properly or curl up into a ball, and rescuers had to scrape the oil-based paint from each spine and administer pain relief. The males, aged 44, 21, 17 and 15, were detained on suspicion of causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal, West Yorkshire Police said. They have since been bailed while inquiries continue Speaking after rescuing the creature, Diane Cook, from Prickly Pigs Hedgehog Rescue in Otley, said: "It might seem funny painting a hedgehog blue like Sonic, but it's an unbelievably stupid thing to do." She added: "It was clear that it wasn't done accidentally because she didn't have any paint on her tummy or legs or her feet, so it wasn't as though she'd fallen into some kind of wet paint. The Hedgehog is recovering ❤️‍🩹.

Well done Germany 🇩🇪. In Germany, every healthy shelter animal gets a chance at life thanks to strict laws forbidding euthanasia without cause. Shelters must rehabilitate and find loving homes for each dog and cat, ensuring no pawed friend is left behind. This law reflects a society that chooses compassion and care above convenience. Shelter staff work tirelessly to meet each animal’s physical and emotional needs. From providing comfortable beds to ensuring proper nutrition, every effort is made to make animals feel safe and loved. These rules encourage responsible and humane shelter management. The impact goes beyond the shelter walls, inspiring pet owners and communities to advocate for animal welfare. Germany demonstrates that when the law and compassion combine, countless lives can be positively changed and animals can thrive in loving homes. 🐕 🐈 ❤️