It happens every year in the Bay State and the punishments are clearly not deterring owners. Dogs are being left in hot cars.
In Massachusetts, recent incidents of dogs being left in hot cars have raised concerns as temperatures rise, prompting warnings from local authorities and animal control agencies.
Last week, a dog owner in Dedham was fined for leaving their pet inside a hot car, highlighting ongoing issues as warm weather sets in. Just days later, Dedham officials cited two more owners for leaving dogs in hot cars for a “substantial” amount of time, reflecting a pattern of neglect during the current heatwave…