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Don't Leave Your Dog in the Car!

Don't Leave Your Dog in the Car!

 

We all know the danger of leaving your pet in the car in Summer. Even with the windows cracked, the inside of a vehicle heats up to unbearable temperatures quickly.

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You may think that leaving the car running with the air conditioner on is ok, but this poses serious danger also.  What would happen if the car stalls out for some reason or the air conditioner stops?  The car would heat up immediately without you knowing.

If there is an exhaust leak, your dog could be overcome by carbon monoxide.

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You could return to your car to find your beloved pet has been stolen.

On hot days like this it is just safer to leave your dog at home, or having fun with friends at an air conditioned daycare like RiverDog! 

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