Massachusetts State Police are prompting the general public to call 911 if they see an animal left inside a hot car, and you can legally break a car window or get in a vehicle to rescue an animal in distress, authorities said.
“As you enjoy the summer temps, please do right by the best friend who depends on you the most. Remember: a pet in a parked car, even with the windows open, can quickly overheat and die on a warm day,” state authorities said.
Recently, two Huskies were rescued from a hot car in Dedham, thanks to the fast actions of 2 Good Samaritans, authorities said.
Temperatures inside a vehicle can skyrocket over 100 degrees within minutes. Pets ought to never ever be left alone inside a vehicle, according to state authorities and animal rescue companies.
If saving the distressed animal can’t await emergency situation responders, state law permits you to break the car window or get in that vehicle to save the family pet’s life, state authorities said in a Facebook post on Thursday.
The Animal Rescue League of Boston has basic standards for family pet owners to keep your family pet safe and healthy throughout warmer weather condition:
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Prevention is constantly your best option. Whenever possible, leave your family pet at home in a cool humidity and temperature-regulated room.
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If your family pet should be outdoors, discover a dubious area with adequate air circulation to avoid getting too hot.
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Hydration is essential, so keep a bowl of cold water available at all times.
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Limit workout to the early morning or night hours when temperature levels are at their coolest.
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Never leave your family pet alone in a parked car—even with the air conditioning unit on or the windows broken.
“If you see an animal in distress in someone’s car, call 911 immediately and try to find the owner,” state authorities said. “If you cannot find the owner immediately, and you are still waiting for first responders and the animal seems to be in grave condition, state law allows you to break the car window or make entry to save the pet’s life.”
“Please don’t betray the trust your pet puts in you” state authorities said.
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