Puppy abandoned at Las Vegas airport adopted by cop who rescued him
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Key Points:
- A 2-year-old goldendoodle nicknamed "Jet Blue" was found abandoned and tied to a ticketing counter at Las Vegas' Harry Reid International Airport after his owner left to catch a flight without him due to lacking proper paperwork.
- The dog's owner was arrested by Las Vegas Metropolitan Police for leaving the dog behind, and after a 10-day hold period with no claim, Jet Blue was placed into foster care.
- Officer Skeeter Black, who responded to the call, and his family had been approved to adopt a goldendoodle and were selected by the rescue organization to provide Jet Blue with a permanent, loving home.
- Police highlighted the positive outcome as an example of community compassion but reminded the public not to abandon
