Dangers of Leaving Your Dog In A Vehicle
Many of us love to take our dog with us when we shop or run errands.
Everybody knows that dogs love to go for a ride.
It's hard to say no when your pup is hopping up and down at the door, begging to go with you.
But if your trip involves leaving him alone in your vehicle you should stop and think twice before taking him with you.
There are dangers in leaving your pet in your vehicle and they can be serious for him.
Cars get too hot Even on cloudy days a warm vehicle can quickly become too hot for your pup when you leave him unattended.
Even if you leave the windows cracked he won't get enough air or ventilation.
And if the sun is out, your dog can die from the heat.
Don't leave your dog in a vehicle if there is even the slightest chance of overheating.
Some people leave their air conditioning running but even this isn't foolproof - air conditioning dies or dogs accidentally bump against buttons and switches to turn it off, leaving them without enough air.
Dogs play with things Yes, dogs play with door locks, steering wheels, and put cars in reverse.
They hit the gas pedal.
Dogs seem to think they can drive.
The result is usually an expensive driving lesson for your dog and something you have to pay.
One poor owner paid $80 for a locksmith when his Collie locked him out of the car with the engine running.
The dog rolled down all the windows just as the owner was paying the locksmith.
Don't leave your dog in the car.
Someone could steal your dog According to the American Kennel Club, dog thefts are at an all-time high.
And dogs aren't just stolen out of people's yards.
Thieves are very happy to steal a nice dog out of your vehicle if you leave your dog unattended.
Stolen dogs are often sold as "rescues" and could be transported hundreds or thousands of miles away from home.
Good Samaritans Your dog might be sleeping comfortably in your vehicle, waiting for you to return, but this person might break out your window or call the police trying to be helpful.
And, if you have a cute Toy dog who stands at the window making sad eyes at people or barking, your dog will attract lots of attention.
Chances are that you will return to your vehicle and there will be a mob hanging around thinking that you are a monster for leaving your little dog alone.
A few people might even give you dirty looks or chew you out for leaving your dog in the car.
This is a minor danger compared to your dog being injured or stolen, but it's still unpleasant.
It's fun to take your dog with you when you go places but it's best if you can stay in the vehicle with your dog at all times.
Everybody knows that dogs love to go for a ride.
It's hard to say no when your pup is hopping up and down at the door, begging to go with you.
But if your trip involves leaving him alone in your vehicle you should stop and think twice before taking him with you.
There are dangers in leaving your pet in your vehicle and they can be serious for him.
Cars get too hot Even on cloudy days a warm vehicle can quickly become too hot for your pup when you leave him unattended.
Even if you leave the windows cracked he won't get enough air or ventilation.
And if the sun is out, your dog can die from the heat.
Don't leave your dog in a vehicle if there is even the slightest chance of overheating.
Some people leave their air conditioning running but even this isn't foolproof - air conditioning dies or dogs accidentally bump against buttons and switches to turn it off, leaving them without enough air.
Dogs play with things Yes, dogs play with door locks, steering wheels, and put cars in reverse.
They hit the gas pedal.
Dogs seem to think they can drive.
The result is usually an expensive driving lesson for your dog and something you have to pay.
One poor owner paid $80 for a locksmith when his Collie locked him out of the car with the engine running.
The dog rolled down all the windows just as the owner was paying the locksmith.
Don't leave your dog in the car.
Someone could steal your dog According to the American Kennel Club, dog thefts are at an all-time high.
And dogs aren't just stolen out of people's yards.
Thieves are very happy to steal a nice dog out of your vehicle if you leave your dog unattended.
Stolen dogs are often sold as "rescues" and could be transported hundreds or thousands of miles away from home.
Good Samaritans Your dog might be sleeping comfortably in your vehicle, waiting for you to return, but this person might break out your window or call the police trying to be helpful.
And, if you have a cute Toy dog who stands at the window making sad eyes at people or barking, your dog will attract lots of attention.
Chances are that you will return to your vehicle and there will be a mob hanging around thinking that you are a monster for leaving your little dog alone.
A few people might even give you dirty looks or chew you out for leaving your dog in the car.
This is a minor danger compared to your dog being injured or stolen, but it's still unpleasant.
It's fun to take your dog with you when you go places but it's best if you can stay in the vehicle with your dog at all times.
