Wrong Puppy Mix-Up at Merida Airport Highlights Airline Pet Handling Issues

In a heartwarming yet concerning turn of events, a TikTok influencer named Maria Franco (@latripleefe) found herself unexpectedly caring for a puppy that wasn't hers after a recent Viva Aerobus flight. Upon landing in Merida, Mexico, Maria discovered that her own puppy was not in her carrier, but rather a larger, gray puppy. "I can't believe they gave me the wrong puppy!" Maria exclaimed in a viral TikTok video. The video shows Maria's kind care for the misplaced puppy, which she affectionately nicknamed "Errorcito." The airline's lack of communication and clear protocols for handling pets caused widespread concern among viewers. Despite the initial mix-up, the story had a happy ending when both puppies were reunited with their rightful owners. This incident has sparked calls for stricter and more transparent pet handling procedures from Viva Aerobus and other airlines.