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Dogs die in hot cars; don’t leave your dog alone in a car

Dogs die in hot cars

Following on from a successful campaign last year, Chard Resident, Judy Gray, has once more enlisted the support of District Councillor Amanda Broom in raising awareness of dogs being left in hot cars. This year, with the full support of South Somerset District Council, other District Councils have also been asked to support as the message is spread further afield. In total, over 400 posters have been delivered to six councils and two main superstores, as well as stores in Chard. Full story: Read more

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Dogs die in hot cars: Don’t leave your dog alone in a car!

Dogs die in hot carsSouth Somerset District Council’s Enforcement Officers are pleading with dog owners not to leave their pets in cars, after receiving several reports of distressed dogs in cars during the recent hot weather. An influx of calls from residents who are concerned about the welfare of a dog being left alone in a car has prompted South Somerset District Council to remind its residents not to leave dogs alone in a car. Leaving your dog in a car can cause stress and injury to your dog, even if it’s for a short period of time. Full story: Read more