Whether it's leaving them in the car for a minute or more, owners are putting their dogs in danger. Indeed, as we converge on air-conditioned shopping malls and beaches, dogs left unattended in parked, locked cars are becoming a common sight – and worryingly so. That’s because by leaving your dog inside these vehicles even for a few minutes, it can tragically lead to a fateful outcome. HEAT STRESS SYMPTOMSIf left to swelter inside cars, dogs are susceptible to heat stress. DON’T LET UNATTENDED DOGS SUFFERAs South Africa approaches the peak of summer, it’s vital that we maintain our dogs’ wellbeing.