August 9th 2023.
On Friday, a heartbreaking incident took place at the Pittsburgh International Airport. An unidentified woman abandoned her 7-year-old French Bulldog near the short-term parking lot. According to the Allegheny County Police Department, the dog's owner was told by airline officials that the dog needed to be placed in a crate in order to fly.
The woman tried to convince airline workers to let the dog fly as an emotional support pet, but was denied. It is not clear if the woman boarded her original flight or if she had to purchase another one. The dog was identified through a microchip and was then turned over to the animal shelter Animal Friends.
Animal Friends stated that due to an ongoing investigation, they could not comment on the dog's condition. The Humane Society Police Officers are investigating the case and reviewing possible charges against the woman. If convicted, the woman could face a maximum fine of $1,000.
The Allegheny County Police Department sent a strong warning to pet owners: “Don’t leave your pets behind!” Sadly, this is not the first time a dog has been abandoned for air transit. Last year, a 6-year-old German shepherd was left at an airport by its owner who did not have proper documents for it. Fortunately, the dog was adopted by a United Airlines pilot in December.
The incident at Pittsburgh International Airport serves as a reminder to owners to take responsibility for their pets and not leave them behind due to unforeseen circumstances.
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