On a sunny day, driving with your beloved dog is undoubtedly a refreshing thing. However, you know what? In this seemingly mundane scenario, there is a hidden risk of potentially fatal injuries to the dog. Today, let's take a look at the "4 taboos" that you must not do when taking your dog into the car, as well as the hidden risks behind these behaviors.
1. Do not let the dog move freely in the car
Imagine a dog running happily around the car, sometimes poking its head out of the window, sometimes jumping into the passenger seat. Such a picture seems to be warm, but in fact it hides huge safety risks.
First of all, the dog's free movement in the car can interfere with the driver's driving. Dogs may jump on the driver's lap, obstruct their vision or touch the steering wheel by mistake, resulting in a misoperation. In addition, the dog leaning out of the window will block the rearview mirror, affecting the driver's observation of the surrounding environment and increasing the risk of traffic accidents.
Secondly, from the perspective of the dog's own safety, free roaming also means a huge risk. In the event of an accident, the dog may be injured because it cannot be avoided in time. Therefore, for the safety of the dog, it is best to put the dog in a cage or secure it with a seat belt after getting into the car to ensure that it is at least safe.
2. Don't take a break and continue to let the dog sit in the car
When traveling long distances, people need to rest to recuperate, and so do dogs. However, some owners may feel that the dog is energetic and does not need a break, thus ignoring this.
In fact, keeping your dog in the car for a long time is a lot of stress. The small space in the car, the lack of air circulation, coupled with the dog's own smell and excrement, can easily make the dog feel uncomfortable. Therefore, on long trips, you should stop at least every two hours to give your dog a rest, give him a chance to go to the toilet and move his body freely.
3. Avoid not replenishing water
In hot weather, people need to be constantly hydrated to prevent heat stroke, and dogs need to do the same. However, some owners may be concerned about their dog going to the toilet or spilling water in the car, thus ignoring the importance of hydrating the dog.
In fact, dogs are easily dehydrated in high temperatures, and dehydration can easily lead to heat stroke and even life-threatening. Therefore, when taking your dog outside, be sure to prepare plenty of water and give your dog water at the right time. If you're worried about your dog going to the toilet or spilling water in the car, you can let your dog drink while you stop and rest.
Fourth, do not let the dog watch the house alone
Last but not least, the dog should never be left alone in the car. Especially in the summer heat, this is tantamount to putting the dog to death. Even if the air conditioner is turned on in the car, it may lose its function due to malfunction or other reasons, causing the temperature in the car to rise rapidly, causing fatal injuries to the dog.
Therefore, no dog should be left alone in the car at any time and in any place. If you must leave the vehicle temporarily, always make sure that someone is in charge of the dog or that the dog is placed in a safe place.
Summary
It's a pleasure to take your dog out, but as owners, we must always pay attention to their safety. By understanding and avoiding the "4 do's" mentioned above, we can ensure the safety of our dogs during their journey, while also making ourselves feel more comfortable enjoying our time with them.
Let's take action together and pay attention to these seemingly insignificant but crucial details from now on for the safety and well-being of our dogs! Only in this way can we truly make our dogs feel cared for and ensure their safety and well-being.
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