Dogs in cars on hot days can die
From our weekly issue dated July 01, 2009
Josephine County Animal Protection & Regulation reminds the citizens of Josephine County to keep their dogs happy and healthy during times of extreme heat and extreme noises.
Animal Protection & Regulation has received many calls during the prior several weeks about dogs trapped in hot cars. Many dogs love to go on car trips with their owners, no matter how short. However, even short trips into the store can be fatal for your best friend.
Cars can easily exceed heats of more than 120 degrees in just a short time in the sun. On hot days, it is recommended to keep dogs at home in the shade. Or if they must travel with you, leave them for only a short while -- 10 minute maximum, park in the shade, keep windows down or with wide openings, and leave water for your animals.
Animal Protection & Regulation also reminds dog owners to keep dogs secured during the coming weekend of fireworks and other loud noise-making that occurs during the July 4th weekend. Dogs often get scared at loud noises and can break loose of previously secure enclosures.
Dog owners are encouraged to keep dogs inside during times of high fireworks, or to check on them regularly if they are in outside enclosures.
For more information, to report a dog trapped in a hot car or to locate your dog that has escaped due to fear of fireworks, phone Animal Protection & Regulation at 474-5458.
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