Riding in the Car

Author: Denise Partlow

Instagram: @modernk9 Carolinas

I get it, you need to run into the store just for a few seconds-and your dog just happens to be traveling with you. So you figure I’ll just roll down the windows and he should be fine.
But even on a day where it is only 78°, the inside of your car can reach up to a temperature of 160° if parked directly in the sun. If parked in the shade it will make its way up to 90°.

Unfortunately it only takes just a few minutes for your dog to experience heat stroke when exposed to those types of temperatures. ((see my post about heat stroke if you need more information))

Now you might be thinking, well I have a truck and my dog can just hang out in the bed of my truck while I run into the store. I personally wouldn’t feel comfortable leaving my dog unattended; pet theft would be my concern. But even if you’re able to keep your eyes on your dog, riding in the back of your truck during the summer months still may not be the best option. The material that is usually found in the back of a truck can become super hot during the summer months. This can lead to causing burns on your dog’s paws. In addition if the dog decides to lay down on that particular material this can also increase his body temperature.

 Instead, have a vehicle that has climate control or leave your dog at home where he will be safe.

Tomorrow we will discuss whether or not dogs can experience sunburn.

#dogcar #dogsummer #dogsafety #dogmom#doglover #dogtrainerslife #doglife #doghelp#dobermanworld #dobermanpride#dobermanlove #charlottenc #queencity#cltdogs #indianland