With tomorrow’s temperatures expected to soar into the nineties, please keep your pet safe by following these tips:

Never Leave a Pet Alone in a Car

• On a hot day, even parking in the shade is dangerous.
• Cracking the windows does not prevent the temperature from rising. On a 70 degree day, a car’s inside temperature can reach 100 degrees in 15 minutes or less. On a hotter day, temperatures in excess of 100 degrees can occur in the same amount of time.
• Pets that are older, overweight or have short, flat faces are at the greatest risk of suffering heat stroke.
• Remember, even during a quick trip inside the grocery store, the temperature is rising while your pet waits.

Take Action
• Never leave your pet alone in a car—even for a few minutes

• If you see a pet in a parked car, immediately call the local police or the Animal Rescue League of Boston at 617-426-9170

• If your pet is in distress on a hot day (panting heavily, unable to get up, not responding to you) immediately rush him/her to the nearest veterinary hospital

• Never leave your pet tied outside in full sun

• If your pet is outside, always have fresh water available

We know you love your pets, so please never leave them unattended in your car!