Viral dog ‘Jet Blue’ left tied to an airport ticket counter in Las Vegas is finally adopted — he's going home with the same officer who rescued him
A new beginning in a safe home is not guaranteed for every dog. When a dog was tied to a ticketing counter at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, people were devastated that the poor canine had been abandoned. After the woman left the pet behind to catch her flight because she was unable to complete the paperwork required to fly him, the dog had to wait a few weeks to find a home. However, the dog, who was later named "Jet Blue," finally found a safe home with someone who was at the scene over 20 days earlier. As reported by NBC News on Sunday, February 22, 2026, the police department updated the story, leaving internet users beaming with joy.
A two-year-old Goldendoodle was seen tied to a ticket counter at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas on February 2, 2026, after his owner left him. In the footage obtained from the airport, the woman was seen leaving the leashed dog at the counter. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police arrested the woman on charges of animal abandonment and resisting arrest. When the airport authorities found the dog, they immediately called the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police. Officer Skeeter Black, who responded to the call, later gave the pup a forever home.
Jet Blue entered foster care once the 10-day hold period passed without his owner claiming him. Later, Officer Black decided to give him his forever home. In an Instagram post updated by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, it was revealed that Officer Black and his family had sought approval to adopt the pup through the Retriever Rescue of Las Vegas, as they had been searching to adopt a dog of their own.
They shared, "Following the mandatory hold period, the rescue organization selected them to provide Jet Blue with the safe and loving home he deserves." In the wholesome video captured, the officer and his family held the dog as they posed for photos. What began as a heartbreaking incident turned into a happy ending for the dog, who now has a loving family surrounding him.
The post received massive attention from internet users who praised the officer for his act of kindness. @gladyscernaoficial expressed, "Congratulations to Officer Black and his family for giving a chance to have a new member in the family, and please take care of him. Congratulations, Jet Blue." @d_fergie1 mentioned, "I'm so happy that this beautiful baby will have a loving home and will be cared for and not abandoned. God bless them all." @princess_charlienej_mourning remarked, "Thank you, Officer Black and your family, from one dog lover to another! This shows true humanitarianism in the phrase 'protect and serve' and how it extends beyond humans. You deserve a gold star."