Doncaster police warning after reports of distressed dogs in hot cars

Officers from Doncaster Central Neighbourhood Policing Team have issued a stark warner to dog owners as the temperature continues to soar.
By Stephanie Bateman
Published 20th Jul 2021, 13:25 BST
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Over the past few days the police have been receiving a lot of calls in relation to dogs in distress in hot cars.

A spokesman said: “A lot of people think that it is okay to leave a dog in a car on a hot day as long as they are parked in the shade with the windows slightly down, but this is a very dangerous situation for the dog.

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"Temperatures can go from 20 degrees to over 45 degrees in under an hour.

“Leaving a dog in a hot car causing unnecessary suffering is a criminal offence under the Animal Welfare Act 2006, this can lead to a maximum fine of £20,000 and up to six months imprisonment or both. Our advice is leave the dog at home in the cool with a plentiful supply of fresh water and shade.”

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