12/06/2026
On a warm day, the temperature inside a parked car can rise dangerously fast 🌡🚗.
‘Not longʼ is too long. If you canʼt take them with you when you leave the car - leave them safely at home.
Heatstroke is a veterinary emergency. Symptoms include:
▪️Heavy panting
▪️Excessive salivation
▪️Rapid heart rate
▪️Bright red gums and tongue
▪️Weakness, confusion or collapse
If you see a dog in distress in a hot car, first call 999, then seek veterinary advice urgently.