by Tom Walsh
The UK has been experiencing somewhat of a heatwave of late but while it can be a great for sun worshippers its a different story for dogs.
Wiltshire Police has issued a warning to car and caravan owners about the dangers of leaving a dog in a hot vehicle.
Speaking to This Is Wiltshire, Neil Sampson, Wiltshire Police dog handler, said that temperatures inside a car or caravan can soar and prove fatal for canines.
“Dogs pant to keep cool but struggle to do this in stuffy cars where there is little or no air flow. Even leaving a window open does not allow sufficient air in to help the dog regulate its breathing,” Mr Sampson told the news provider.
Owners need to ensure that their dog gets enough water and should not leave them unattended in a caravan for long periods on a very hot day as these can rapidly heat up similarly to a car.
The official advice from the RSPCA states: “If you see a dog in a car on a warm day please call the Police on 999.”
