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By Adam Donnelly

HOT DOGS

Kamloops SPCA reminds pet owners about the dangers of animals in hot cars

Jul 20, 2020 | 5:29 PM

KAMLOOPS — It finally feels like summer has arrived in Kamloops. However, with the toasty weather comes a reminder from the Kamloops and District branch of the BC SPCA that a hot car isn’t the place to leave your pets.

When the weather heats up in Kamloops, people and their pets flock to spots like Pioneer Park to cool off in the South Thompson River.

However, as the temperature rises, it’s crucial to keep your pet’s health in mind if you plan to take them in your vehicle.

“Dog’s temperatures are about 38 degrees [Celsius] on a normal basis,” Lisa Fuller, with the Kamloops and District SPCA, explains. “It only takes five to ten minutes before it becomes dangerous, where it can affect their organs and really impact their health. It takes no time at all.”

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According to Fuller, education is the key to ensuring people consider the health of their pets in weather like this. Many local pet owners seem to be getting the message.

If you do happen upon a pet that’s been left in a vehicle, taking action can help save the life of an animal.

“Call the BC SPCA Emergency Line. You can also contact the RCMP, or in some cases, you could go into the stores you’re around and ask them to page the owner of that car,” Fuller suggests.

If you know you have to make some stops, Fuller says it’s best to leave your pet at home.

“It’s not worth losing your best friend.”