Police in Shrewsbury force way into hot car to save dog
Police in Shrewsbury forced their way into a vehicle to rescue a little dog that had been left in the sun.
The incident happened some time before 3.30pm yesterday in the town centre, when officers broke into a car having spotted a female dog suffering in the hot temperature.
Police said the vehicle was left in full sun and had no ventilation, and there was also no water for the dog to drink.
She was partially rehydrated by officers at the scene before being rushed to a nearby vets for urgent treatment.
Officers say she is "now doing well", while the owner faces prosecution and a "big repair bill".
Alongside a photo of the dog, Shrewsbury Police said: "Shrewsbury Cops forced entry into a vehicle in Shrewsbury town centre to save this little lady.
"Vehicle was in full sun, no ventilation and no water.
"She was given water at the scene and rushed to a local vet and is now doing well.
"Owner faces prosecution and a big repair bill."
RSPCA guidance states that in temperatures of 22C (71.6F), the inside of a car can reach 47C (116.6F) within an hour.
It adds: "Never leave your dog alone in a car on a warm day. If you see a dog in distress in a hot car, dial 999.
"Many people still believe that it's ok to leave a dog in a car on a warm day if the windows are left open or they're parked in the shade, but the truth is, it's still a very dangerous situation for the dog."
