Canine Tagalongs
Maine has experienced multiple heatwaves already for 2021 with temperatures in the 90s and feeling in the triple digits.
Still, irresponsible pet owners think this can be perfectly fine for dogs if they have to run an errand or two. It's not.
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The Real Danger
Kennebec Valley Humane Society recently shared an incredibly important graphic from the ASPCA detailing just how dangerous leaving your pet in the car.
Leaving the window cracked? That's simply not good enough.
Parked in the shade too? Still, not good enough.
In fact, even if it's a relatively cool day at just 70 degrees the internal temperature of the vehicle can reach 90 degrees. An 85-degree day can reach into the triple digits in just 10 minutes. After 30 minutes, 120 degrees.