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Pets in hot weather
June 24 @ 8:00 am - September 30 @ 5:00 pm
Greenhill Humane Society has tips for keeping pets safe this summer, such as:
- Leave pets at home when running errands. Leaving an animal in a parked car, even for just a few minutes and even with the windows open, can easily cause heat stroke or brain damage.
- Keep pets inside and limit exercising them during the hottest part of the day. Walk early in the morning or late at night when it’s cooler, carry water for the animal, and take frequent breaks in shady spots.
- Do not leave pets outside unattended. When pets are outside, be sure they have access to shade.
- Make sure pets have access to water bowls with cool fresh water.
- Make sure your pets are properly secured and have collars and updated tags, and are microchipped.
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Always test the pavement or sand with your hand before letting the animal walk; too hot to touch means too hot for your pet. Don’t put dogs in uncovered truck pads, because the metal can burn paws. If you suspect your pet’s paws have been burned, contact your veterinarian immediately.
- Watch for heatstroke symptoms, which can can include restlessness, excessive thirst, heavy panting, lethargy, lack of appetite, dark tongue, vomiting, or lack of coordination. If your animal has heat exhaustion, consult your veterinarian right away.
Oregon’s “Good Samaritan” law regarding pets and children in hot cars states the following:
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- Anyone – not just law enforcement – may enter a motor vehicle, “by force or otherwise,” to remove an unattended child or domestic animal without fear of criminal or civil liability, as long as certain requirements are met. To fulfill these requirements, a person must:
- Determine that the motor vehicle is locked or there is no reasonable method for the child or animal to exit without assistance;
- Have a reasonable belief that the animal or child is in imminent danger of suffering harm;
- Notify law enforcement or emergency services either before or soon after entering the vehicle;
- Use only the minimum force necessary to enter the vehicle; and
- Stay with the animal or child until law enforcement, emergency services, or the owner or operator of the vehicle arrives.
- It is best to always contact law enforcement before taking action.
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Many electric vehicles now have “dog modes” or may appear to be not running. These vehicles may seem to be off but can have a climate controlled inside with air conditioning on for the animal.
- The full text of Oregon’s “Good Samaritan” law can be found under ORS 30.813.
- Anyone – not just law enforcement – may enter a motor vehicle, “by force or otherwise,” to remove an unattended child or domestic animal without fear of criminal or civil liability, as long as certain requirements are met. To fulfill these requirements, a person must:
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