The summer can be a wonderful time for you and your pet. It’s also a time where you need to be careful of the dangers surrounding your animal. You can help spread the word by sharing how deadly it is to leave your pet in your vehicle.
The Georgian Triangle Humane Society has taken the No Hot Pets Pledge. Now it’s your turn! Visit www.nohotpets.ca and take the pledge today. As a thank you for pledging to keep your pets safe, the “No Hot Pets” campaign will send you a new “No Excuses, No Hot Pets” decal for your window.
Let’s have no hot pets this summer!
If you observe an animal suffering in the heat, call the 24/7 hotline, 310-SPCA (7722)
Fast Facts:
- SPCAs across Canada receive hundreds of reports of pets being left in cars every year.
- Parked cars can quickly reach deadly temperatures, even on relatively mild days with the car parked in the shade and the windows slightly open.
- Dogs have a limited ability to sweat; even a short time in a hot environment can be life-threatening. A dog’s normal body temperature is about 39°C and a temperature of 41°C can be withstood only for a very short time before irreparable brain damage or even death can occur.
- If you can’t take your pet with you when you leave your car, leave them at home where they are safe.
- It’s imperative that each of us as animal owners is responsible in providing the proper care for our pets. As such, leaving a pet unattended in a vehicle is one of the most irresponsible things a pet owner can do.
- Owners who choose to leave pets unattended in vehicles, may face charges under the Ontario SPCA Act or the Criminal Code of Canada.
- If heat stroke is suspected (excessive panting and drooling, listlessness or unconsciousness) prompt veterinary medical attention is vital. In the meantime, wet the fur immediately with lukewarm to cool water, not cold water. Bring the pet into the shade and offer drinking water.
