McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

John Doe, Seattle, Wash. — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 22:28:41 GMT

OMG is Bund like peta or something?

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

josh — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 23:46:51 GMT

wow.....i think we need some better news

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

MA — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:06:05 GMT

THIS HAPPENS TO SEA TURTLES AS WELL AS THEY MISTAKE PLASTIC BAGS FOR SQUID AND THEN STARVE. OTHER SMALL ANIMALS GET THEIR HEADS AND SNOUTS STUCK IN FAST FOOD CUPS AS WELL. PLEASE CRUSH ALL FAST FOOD CONTAINERS AND CUT UP PLASTIC BAGS IF YOU DO NOT RECYCLE THEM. THANKS!

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Virgil McCook, NE — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 04:50:59 GMT

Thank you Mac. It is nice to know that not all Giant Corporations grind the little guys under their Jack Boots. Did the fun loving Ronald have a hand in this?

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

sophie paris france — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 08:03:27 GMT

they have just decided the same for French hedgehogs.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Juliana Jaeger — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 10:37:58 GMT

You know, if people everywhere in the world would put just half as much energy into solving real problems like poverty and hunger, and addressing real crises with education and health care, the status quo might actually improve. It never ceases to amaze me how people will sooner worry about some dumb animal that isn't crucial to the survival of humanity instead of working on very real problems that threaten civil peace and justice everywhere.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Gilbert, SC — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 10:59:16 GMT

Maybe if people would discard their trash in a receptacle instead of on the ground,this wouldn't be a problem.

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Dr. Karl Kettler — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 13:47:15 GMT

The hedgehog in German tradition goes back a lot further than 1949. It seems in this historically revised world nothing is tolerated as part of German history/tradition unless it is post WWII!

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Bob Edwards — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 14:03:22 GMT

I don't suppose many people will comment on this. People would rather hear about how evil these big companies are.

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Alphonzo Spendoiky — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 14:19:25 GMT

I thought this story was about how McDonald's had decided to stop using hedgehog meat in it's hamburgers in Europe. Now, if only we could get them to stop using rode kill in their hamburgers in Mexico, not to mention the dog meat in China. In this country they mix soy meal with 15-year-old dairy holstien meat.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Sara, Fond du Lac, WI — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 14:32:46 GMT

I don't live in Germany any more, but "Mecki" is truly beloved - when we found one that didn't belong on the property (they do suck out brooding hen's eggs), they were picked up with leather gloves and given a polite "transfer" to a more suitable neighborhood. Moles, too, were well liked - they aerated the soil without mechanical means.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Marc, Nashua NH — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 14:55:33 GMT

Good job McDonalds, and good job Germany

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Ellen, Albuquerque, NM — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 15:33:44 GMT

It's so rare that a large company would take a simple action like this for no financial reward. Why do people have to be synical about it instead of congratulating McDonalds for a humanitarian act?

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Martin Koeppel, Lake Hills, TX — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 16:56:51 GMT

Dear Juliane Jaeger. These problems exist because mankind is so self centered and doesn't care about nature!

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Maurine, Maryland — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:19:30 GMT

Yay!!! I love hedgehogs and am glad to McD doing something to help them.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

George, St. Louis, MO — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:43:36 GMT

Juliana Jaeger, you are sh*ting me, right? So you believe that only things that are directly benificial to humans are worth caring. That is the epitomy of anthropocentrism. It is because of people like you that we humans are slowly destroying this world. Have you ever paused to think that humans do not own earth and its purpose is not solely for our survival?

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Ashley, AR — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:54:57 GMT

While I am not a Peta type person, I think that little steps like this are great. And to the people who think that its pointless to waste time on something like this instead of 'solving' problems for humans should remember that animals were here much longer than humans have been and it is our job to protect those who can't protect themselves. If we did not have animals, we could not survive either! And it is OUR fault that humans and animals have problems, not the other way around.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

V, Jacksonville, FL — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:59:16 GMT

All animals are important to humanity because the way we treat animals reflects directly on how human beings treat each other. It's impossible to have compassion for animals without having compassion for all life forms. Now, McDonalds must be pressured to extend that compassion to the way it treats its farm animals

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Triple Crown Karen — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 18:09:51 GMT

In response to the post which stated....."It never ceases to amaze me how people will sooner worry about some dumb animal that isn't crucial to the survival of humanity..."
Well I hate to tell you that Humanity isn't so HUMANE toe each other OR this living sphere of a planet we live on. MOST if not ALL of the current problems on this earth were HUMAN created and some of the species are so ignorant I'm amazed we as a species still even exist.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Mark C., Navarre, FL — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 18:16:31 GMT

J. Jaeger - How does McDonalds making an appropriate adjustment to their packaging to prevent injury to an animal anyway prevent or interfere with anyone tackling weightier issues such as poverty, hunger, etc?

Kudos to McDonlds for doing the right thing.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Ray, Kihei Hawaii — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 18:28:55 GMT

If we keep saving animals from their own stupidity the earth will be overflowing with stupid animals, (who wants THAT?) To hell with the hedgehogs! teach 'em to smoke

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Stephanie, Bridgeport, CT — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 18:31:21 GMT

People like Juliana Jaeger are idiots...I would rather save animals than idiotic selfish humans any day...

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Jackie-T — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 20:24:28 GMT

Why coulden't we try to save animals and people? Compassion isn't something that has to be rationed is it? It is heartening to hear of a big corporation doing the right thing.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Tim, SLC, Utah — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 20:50:56 GMT

Too Bad, I like a little hedgehog with my Mcflurry

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Kari, Charlotte, NC — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:17:19 GMT

It can be said the problems with the human race have a direct correllation to the treatment of this earth and its animals. We bulldoze whole forests to create new apartment complexes and subdivisions, leaving deer and other animals to become pulverized by cars and trucks on our roads. There is no relocation anymore, because that would just be too expensive for the big developers who want to keep all the money for themselves. For all you people who are so negative about this light-hearted and charming story, what is so wrong with your life that you have to degrade a good deed? Are you so unhappy with your situation that you have to write negative comments on an MSN message board? I feel sorry for you that you can't be happy for one good deed that was done to help out some defenseless animals. Animals do not have anyone to speak for them- we need to help when we see situations like the hedgehogs getting stuck in cups. These small and generous acts of kindness have a much larger impact. Maybe instead of directing such negativity to a heartwarming story you should think about ways you could change your attitude- like volunteering at an animal shelter. This story was a bright spot in my day... I have heard enough about war, killing and bloodshed. Bring on some positive news!!

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Tom R., Charlotte, NC — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:19:04 GMT

It is our fault that these animals needs to dig in garbage for food anyway. We took away their forests and their land. Don't call them stupid animals when it's your McDonald's cup you littered on the street and it's their only source of food. Shame on you.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Vee Reddick, Cypress TX — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:22:31 GMT

No matter what the issue, why do people want to argue about opinions? What harm is there if McDonalds wants to make animal friendly packaging? A good deed is a good deed! And no, I am not a member of PETA. Well.. unless it stands for people eating tasty animals!

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Gail, Columbia, SC — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:46:51 GMT

These animals were here way before we ever were they have just as much of a right if not more to be here than we do. We are the one who created smog we are the ones who cut down the forest. We are the ones who cause oil spills we are the one who caused global warming. The animals are the ones who suffer, We are the dumbs ones!

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Anna Frank,Wauseon,Ohio — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:52:09 GMT

God's message to man:
We are to take care of the animals on this planet; man pollutes,so animals suffer. Good job, McDonalds. Now, wouldn't it be wonderful if all the human problems could be so easily solved?

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Cameron, Vancouver, BC — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:54:40 GMT

Jiliana Jaeger. Everything matters. You can't save the world until you think about the smaller picture.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Heino, Whoopertal, CA — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 22:44:14 GMT

Juliana is a hunter, so her philosophy doesn't surprise me.

Beware the Igel Empire !!
Hedgehogs are cool !!

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Stephen, Sanford, MI — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 22:47:15 GMT

Doing the right thing is doing the right thing. If more people would stop yelling about world issue and even do some little thing towards solving them, it would go a long ways.

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Hamburger Lover — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 23:28:15 GMT

When people start valuing the life of an animal (whose sole purpose for existance is food for the next animal up on the food chain) they are no longer human in my eyes. You cannot place a value (aka animal > human) on a human life. ever.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

pat.michigan — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 23:38:07 GMT

Better to do something,than do nothing at all.

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Ms. Sal Grand Prairie, Tx — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 00:15:01 GMT

Children need to know that grownups care about their world. This is an animal that exists in different part of the world and news about them can actually help a child read and research to find more info about them. My 2nd graders love animals and the hedgehog is one of them. Thanks for saving them. We need to change other products that might unknowingly be hurting other animals. Ms. Sal

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Colleen M, Nyack, NY — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 02:10:34 GMT

In response to the post which stated....."It never ceases to amaze me how people will sooner worry about some dumb animal that isn't crucial to the survival of humanity..."
Well, it seems to me that this is something that can be solved, and easily, so why add to any other suffering in the world?

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Lynda — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 02:12:52 GMT

Koodos to Mickey D's! Society has become so wasteful and destructive. We should all start to recycle and take care of our enviroment most of all our wildlife!

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Lee, Houston, Tx — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 03:33:14 GMT

nice to see Mc Donalds taking responsibility and action....

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Hokulea — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 05:10:25 GMT

All such efforts are important and we are working on the bigger problems as well,it will take time to resolve the big issues, there will be more after that

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Terence, Newberry,SC — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 06:30:57 GMT

Ray,what's wrong with you,are you on "ice" or something? Do you care about humans or any other living things? I'd hate to be a friend or relative of yours! Uncaring,self-centered people like you are one of the MAJOR PROBLEMS in our world!!!

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

SherryJ, Raleigh, NC — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 10:13:25 GMT

I hate to tell Ms. Jaeger now, but the animals aren't the "dumb" ones- it's the people who think they're better than animals, when in fact, MAN is the one species on this planet who continually comes up with newer, better ways to destroy it for ALL species.

Understanding that every living being has as much right as any other to live in a clean, safe environment is only the beginning. And yes, I AM a dirt-loving, tree-hugging, Pagan, hippie, freak. Just wanted that out in the open before someone decides to toss it out there as a reason why no one should care what happens to the creatures who die on a daily basis in our non-biodegradable waste.

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

David Marshall Orlando Fl — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 12:18:02 GMT

It is a small issue for McDonalds. They have already said they changed UK lids for the same reason. Animals are not stupid, however, they don't know about plastic lids or plastic bags. Environmentally, I believe that it is good to maintain the balance

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Sandra S. Waverly, Ohio — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 14:20:54 GMT

It's grea that they changed it but I have to wonder why they didn't change the lid world wide when they were first informed of the problem. What, other countries don't have hedgehogs and other animals of similar size....

McDonald’s changes lids to save German hedgehogs

Stephanie-Umbro, Maine — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 14:37:53 GMT

Great decision by McDonald's! I had no idea that hedgehogs were so popular, but anything to save even the smallest among us is a great thing. It's sad to me that so many would post negatively about saving an animal. The way to save the world is one creature at a time.

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SHELLY PINKS LAPORTE IN. — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 15:00:56 GMT

Their is so many people in the world, where we should be able to assist in helping the earth, natural habitat and world hunger as well. I am referrring to the womam who said we should care about more important things than an aniaml. The problem is NOT ENOUGH PEOPLE WILL GET OFF THEIR BUTTS AND DO ANY-THING BUT COMPLAIN...Donate time to your town to pick up litter, take old blankets to an animal shelter or a homeless shelter. Go on line and sign animal petitions, donate to a fund for starving children, do something besides cutting down some person or company that attempts to do something positive. People have destroyed the earth with litter, because they are too busy, lazy and ignorant to use a trash can, do not blame nature and animals, we are pushing them out of their natural habitat....GET INFORMED BEFORE YOU MAKE NASTY COMMENTS...

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Douglas Wright, Fort Worth, Texas — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 17:03:11 GMT

Anything that reduces suffering is good. Pointless suffering - whether it's humans or animals - is the worst, especially when it is the result of something as trivial and easy to fix as a cup lid. Thank you, McDonald's.

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John, Knoxville, TN — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 23:00:37 GMT

The amount of non-biodegradable trash throw out on the side of highways & into our waterways is truly a national embarassment. Areas of the Pacific Ocean are clogged with millions of tons of plastic waste that will never break down. What exactly is the EPA doing to protect our enviroment?

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uncle joe — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 23:45:29 GMT

what is this about some co going pc if u have an mcduck u better sell it fast

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Jennifer, Las Vegas — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 05:17:44 GMT

Yes, Juliana. The only animals worth saving are humans. All the rest of the animals in the world are dumb and unworthy. The gospel according to an idiot. Forget that animals are killed because of humans. Why, oh why is there such stupidity in the world?

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Wendy L. — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 06:56:47 GMT

To whom it all concerns about the stupidity of stupid animals. For one the hedgehogs have been around and haven't changed for 15 million years. Two, they are insect eaters. Reading some where and dont' quote me on this one, if insects were left alone and not killed or eatten, they would take over the world. Everything has a purpose in life and if just one was messed with the balance in life would change. I'm sure Juliana wouldn't be happy to know that in your life you will eat about 8 insects, at night while you are asleep, including spiders? I don't think they are that dumb in your life anymore. I understand you worry about other people starving, but when we screw w/ the invironment it messes things up. Like the bees are dying off all over the US. We need to change our view on our lives and help the invironment. Turning off lights and water when not using them. Taking more public transportation or riding a bike, and yes saving a dumb stupid animal does help everyone around them. In my little town they have put up wind mills and lots of them. They dot our hillside and I'm glad they are there. Just doing one little thing and learning it before going on to another can help, and not just some dumb animal.

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kevin craig, haslett, mi — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 14:12:25 GMT

HERR KETTLER,
WONDER WHY?

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M. Brown — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 00:42:27 GMT

"People like Juliana Jaeger are idiots...I would rather save animals than idiotic selfish humans any day..." WOW. Being from CT, you've probably never gone hungry a day in your life, but to say that you'd put a higher value on the life of a hedgehog than the life of a human is absolutely asinine. Jaeger may not have verbalized her thoughts in the most sensitive way possible, but to attack her for thinking that children who are starving and are without healthcare are more important than hedgehogs...again, WOW. You people are true pieces of work. In the final analysis, you'll have a lot of explaining to do.

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L. BlackBonnet, Fremont, Nebraska — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 00:55:13 GMT

I have owned 2 little hedgehogs myself, and I can tell you they are the sweetest little creatures on earth. If it weren't for the little animals like them that keep the insect population down,this whole planet would look like some science fiction movie, Earth being controlled by insects. It's people like Juliana Jaeger and Ray in Hawaii, that make me love animals even more! Thank you McDonald's!

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joey, danville pa — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 02:54:11 GMT

you're right, why save the stupid innocent animals when we could save all the stupid humans instead? oh, if only someday the earth could be overpopulated by idiotic people...oops, too late.

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Christina, Chicago — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 04:26:29 GMT

i would rather save one hedghog than all the juliana jaegers in the world any day!

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Gina — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 04:30:23 GMT

This made a good read thanks.