We have already heard and read countless stories of dogs getting left inside vehicles, especially in extreme heat. Despite this, there are still many incidences of people leaving their dogs inside hot cars. Even during cloudy days, temperatures inside locked vehicles can go up extremely fast.
In Sarasota, Florida, police officers responded to a report regarding a dog left inside a parked car. They knew how crucial time was during the rescue since dogs are sensitive to heat. And if the temperature goes very high, dogs can suffer from heatstroke, which is life-threatening.
Bodycam footage from a police officer who responded to the scene shows how they rescued the dog. Looking into the car’s window, one of the police officers noted that the dog looked a little angry, and another one responded that he would be furious as well. Knowing how to handle such a situation, the police prepared to break in the back window.
According to Sergeant Louis Buck of the Sarasota Police Department, he saw the trapped dog finding the shadiest place inside the hot vehicle. To help with the rescue operation and prevent hurting the poor pup, he distracted him as one of his fellow officers broke a window on the other side.
After breaking the window, an officer reached inside the car and unlocked the door. The police determined that the temperature inside the car already reached 115 degrees by the time they opened the door. Thanks to the concerned reports and the officers’ rescue efforts, the dog did not die from the heat.
As for the vehicle’s owner, Animal Services issued him two citations. He reasoned that he left his car running, but that wasn’t the case.
Luckily, the dog is fine and has also received the medical attention he needed after being rescued. However, this story should warn everyone not to leave their dog in a locked vehicle.
Credits to Sarasota Police Department