Abandoned Dog Was Found With a Note at an Airport – Why He Was Left Behind Will Surely Break Your Heart!

It’s such sad sight when you find an abandoned dog left behind by it’s master. Many of these stray animals try to survive in the streets, eating garbage and often struggling with a disease or injury.

In the United States, it’s a felony to leave your pets behind. They take the charge ‘cruelty to animals’ very seriously. In Las Vegas, Nevada, a person charged with cruelty to animals could be fined up to $1000 and up to 6 months in jail.Chewy, a 3-month-old Chihuahua, was found injured and all by himself inside a Las Vegas airport restroom. Many people were outraged that someone would abandon a sweet puppy like Chewy. Along with the poor dog, a hand written letter was discovered which explained the situation.

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Authorities who read the letter realized that it wasn’t an act of cruelty which forced this dog to stay behind, but something much more heartbreaking.

The dog’s former owner described how she and the dog had both escaped an abusive relationship. The owner truly loved Chewy and wanted to keep him – but tragically they were forced apart because the plane wouldn’t allow pets on-board.

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Here’s a transcript of the letter which Chewy was found with.

“Hi! I’m Chewy! My owner was in an abusive relationship and couldn’t afford me to get on the flight. She didn’t want to leave me with all her heart but she has NO other option. My ex-boyfriend kicked my dog when we were fighting and he has a big knot on his head. He probably needs a vet. I love Chewy sooo much — please love and take care of him.”

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Such a heart-breaking story! We hope this abandoned dog finds a new home with a master who’ll love him like his previous owner did!

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What can you say about this viral story? Have you ever had to give up a pet just because circumstances didn’t allow you to keep it?