“She stated it was really hot in the back seat. I then asked Thomas how she thinks her dog felt with the car not running and stuck inside a crate.” Read more
“If you’re going to make a dog a part of your family, then make him a part of your family. Don’t treat him like you wouldn’t treat someone you cared about.” Read more
On July 1, 2015, Tennessee’s House Bill 537 went into effect making animal lovers extremely happy. This bill protects good Samaritans saving pets trapped in hot cars from legal repercussions. Now, anyone in Tennessee who sees a dog trapped inside a car and in distress can break into the vehicle, save the pet and be free of civil liability.
“The laws need to be changed to protect the animals, not necessarily the people. We are the voices for the animals; they can't speak for themselves.” Read more
Tuesday morning, a dog left in a hot parked car in the lot of the zoo had to be rescued. There was a small bowl of water left in the car for the dog. This is all according to Jeane Jae, an HSMO (Humane Society of Missouri) spokesperson.
