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Is it illegal to leave a dog in the car on a cold day for 5 minutes?


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  • I’m not sure. You may need to seek legal advice about it.


  • I would check before doing it.


  • If the windows are down so air getting in the car that is ok on cold day.


  • I know it’s illegal to leave a dog in your car in summer, for the simple fact they cam die and quickly! In winter though, I don’t see the same issue. I wouldn’t recommend leaving a dog in your car for any length of time by itself full stop!


  • I’m not sure if it’s legal or not.


  • On a cold day with the window a bit open shouldn’t be a problem,l see it all the time but on a hot day -NO!


  • not sure about the legalities but it is definetly discouraged to ever leave an animal (or a child) in a car no matter the weather.


  • I am honestly not sure & it is a good question!
    Perhaps ask your local police station or council?
    Each state has different laws so best to play it safe & ask local.


  • I think it’s fine, as long as it’s not too long and odiously as you said not hot!?


  • I would think not, but there are different laws in each state. The thing with the ‘only 5 minutes’ thing is that it often goes for longer. Best not to risk it if you ask me and summer is worse


  • Oh I don’t know….If its hot you can’t. It’s a good question


  • i have seen heaps of people do this but i don’t know. maybe check out council/police rules or websites


  • Check the rules with your local authorities; I am aware of people being fined for leaving animals in cars and paying for the damage to vehicles; someone breaking the window.


  • I would say so


  • I doubt it… hopefully our police have more important things to worry about then fining people for leaving pets in the car for a short time!


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