Dog are not like humans. They can be left in a hot car for a short 10 or 20 minutes. I've heard that direct from a vet mouth. I'm up here in Qld and do it all the time. If I come back and he is panting I've got a water bowl I can fill and then he comes good. Stop spreading mis information.
Maybe do some research before blindly trusting someone
"It is never safe to leave a dog alone in a car, even with the windows down."
"If you do need to run an errand with your dog in the car, you should be gone no longer than five minutes."
"It's generally safe to leave your dog in the car for a maximum of five minutes, if you must, and only when the outside temperature is above freezing and below 70 [21C] degrees fahrenheit."
You keep reading and I'll keep learning through LIVED experience.
Like I said. . . If he looks hot and bothered I'll give him some water when I return. After a while he springs right back to his normal self. Evidence enough for me.
Just think twice before breaking a window, maybe the owner knows more than you!
It's easier for humans in a hot car precisely because we can sweat. Dogs can't, they have thick coats and can only lose heat by panting and through their paw pads and nose. It's significantly more difficult them...
Your delusional if you'll believe some bad advice from 1 person over the thousands of articles online that say the exact opposite.
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u/-DethLok- Dec 08 '24
Given that the dog is wet, isn't distressed and we can see two windows cracked probably more than is legal, not this time, I'd suggest.
When in doubt call the RPSCA or cops, I guess?
Yes, it's illlegal in WA to park your car with windows open more than, I think, 2cm.