07-01-2016, 11:20 PM
RAMd®d wrote:
Frankly, I see both as problems, one greater than the other.
First and foremost, I'd hope that a concerned citizen would call animal control or the police if they see what they think is an animal in distress.
Dogs pant a lot, under the slightest provocation, a little heat, a little exercise. I'd hate to see someone walk up to a vehicle and automatically assume that a dog is in trouble because it's unattained, and break into a car because to 'rescue' it. And I'd hate to see someone arrested when it's inappropriate.
That said, I applaud PPD's proactive stance.
I was pondering how one could advise passers-by that the dog is fine. My idea (patent pending) is a an analog outdoor thermometer and analog elapsed timer. Mounted on a fixture that can be placed on a kennel or hung near a window, it indicates with green and red zones, how long you've been [gone] and the current inside temperature.
Soon to be available at a Kickstarter near you.
Here's a good run down. Don't forget to click the "what to do" arrow. Also note the vet frames this like all dogs will be friendly and wagging tails. An alert, barking dog is also showing normal behavior. Mine is of the tail wagging and finger licking type. Also be aware that you may be setting free an unfriendly dog that is still capable of biting.
http://www.preventivevet.com/hot-happens-fast