Las Vegas Judge Issues Warrant for Woman Who Abandoned Dog at Airport

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A Las Vegas judge has issued a $5,000 bench warrant for Germiran Bryson, the 26-year-old woman who abandoned her 2-year-old golden doodle/mini poodle mix at Harry Reid International Airport in February. Bryson reportedly told an airline employee to call 'animal control' over concerns she would miss her flight, then tied the dog to a metal carry-on baggage sizer and left. The dog was later adopted by a police officer who responded to the incident.

Why it matters

This case highlights the growing issue of pet abandonment, which can have serious consequences for the animals involved. It also raises questions about mental health support and resources for individuals who may be struggling with difficult life circumstances that lead to such actions.

The details

On Feb. 2, Metro police cited Germiran Bryson after she left the dog tied to a metal carry-on baggage sizer at a JetBlue ticket counter inside the airport. Bryson reportedly told an airline employee to call 'animal control' over concerns she would miss her flight. When Bryson attempted to board the flight, the employee denied her boarding. Animal control took custody of the dog, who was later named JetBlue, but Bryson did not reclaim him after the 10-day hold period, relinquishing him to Retriever Rescue of Las Vegas. The shelter received over 2,500 adoption applications for the dog worldwide.

• On Feb. 2, Bryson abandoned the dog at Harry Reid International Airport.
• On Tuesday, April 1, 2026, a Las Vegas judge issued a $5,000 bench warrant for Bryson's failure to appear in court.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The judge's $5,000 bench warrant means any police officer could arrest Bryson and jail her pending her return to Las Vegas to enter a plea. The case will continue to be monitored as Bryson's whereabouts and condition are determined.