Heat in cars a danger to pets
' ’ The danger of leaving pets in parked cars has been raised by the Veterinary Association. Heat stress was a potential killer of animals, said the association. In the sun, even with the car windows open, the interior temperature could reach 40 degrees in a short time. “Neither cats nor dogs can cope with this as they are unable to dissipate sufficient body heat even by panting. Windows should be left open and animals should not be kept in cars for extended periods. If the car is to be parked for
longer than an hour it should be visited fairly frequently to check that the animal is comfortable and if necessary to be let out for a while. “Supplies of drinking water for pets should be taken and travel should be done in the early morning or later afternoon and evening. Cats travel more comfortably in a properly constructed carrying cage with a leak-proof bottom. Dogs may require tablets to prevent motion sickness and to keep them calm over a long journey,” said the association.
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Press, 24 December 1985, Page 5
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