Police warn: dogs in hot cars - this is how they react correctly!

Police warn: dogs in hot cars - this is how they react correctly!

Rügen, Deutschland - Today, several police missions on the beautiful island of Rügen caused excitement. Witnesses reported two incidents in which dogs were left in overheated cars. The first emergency call received at 2:30 p.m.: A dog was sitting in a vehicle parked in the blazing sun for more than ten minutes. Fortunately, the owner came back shortly afterwards and the dog was fine. But only an hour later, at 3:30 p.m., there was already the next alarm: again a dog was discovered in a car under tropical conditions. Here, too, the holder arrived quickly and the dog was well. The police in the area of ​​Neubrandenburg have increasingly received similar information in the past week and enables the dangers to be aware of the dangers.

danger to life through sun heat

The summer temperatures not only bring joy, but also serious dangers. A look at the facts from the Tasso shows that the interior of a vehicle can be dangerously hot from 20 degrees Celsius. Such incidents are dramatic every year: In 2022, at least 72 dogs had to be saved from overheated cars, five of them did not survive. There have already been several rescue campaigns this year, but the number of unreported cases could be far higher. Dogs are unable to sweat like humans; You pant to cooling and risk a heat stroke.

experts strongly advise you to leave dogs in the car for a short time - even not with windows open or without direct sunlight. In an emergency, the owners should be found immediately or the police and fire brigade should be informed.

rescue measures in an emergency

If a dog is still in acute danger, there are various options for action that the Veto . First of all, the dog's owner should always be sought. If this is not to be found and the dog shows signs of acute emergency such as strong panting or lack of participation, the car plate may also be taken to free the animal. However, care is required here: it is advisable to ensure that this is actually necessary to prevent legal consequences.

A well -intentioned advice: In such emergencies, you should always consult witnesses and ask them to confirm the savior. Images or videos can serve as important evidence if there are legal disputes.

The police urge the war that children and animals should never be left behind in the vehicle at high temperatures. A cool environment is vital for our four -legged friends. It is therefore better to leave the dog in the shade or even leave it at home instead of exposing an unnecessary risk. Always remember - the heat can become a serious threat in no time!