Dog in a parked car

[Crazy4Disney72]

Last Saturday I saw a dog in a car in the Mickey & Friends parking structure. It was really hot last Saturday, over 90 degrees, and the air quality wasn't that great because of the fires. The windows were cracked maybe an inch. The dog had no water. I was furious! How dare someone go off for a fun day in the parks and leave their poor little dog to suffer in the heat, especially when there is a kennel right at DL??? I hit the emergency button and let DLR security know about the dog. They asked the location and type of car and then said they saw it on their monitors and would send someone to take care of it. Reluctantly, my friend and I left and went to DTD to eat lunch and shop.

THREE HOURS later we came back and I just wanted to check to make sure the dog was not still there, but he was I saw a DLR security person on a bike and he said they were aware and kept checking on the dog and he seemed to be okay. I guess there's only so much they can do, but I was pretty upset. I think in these cases, once they are aware of the situation, they should get into the car (which wouldn't be hard considering the windows were cracked) and take the animal to the kennel. A note should be left on the car informing the owner they can pick up their pet at the kennel as well as the bill for the locksmith (if necessary) and kennel.

I just felt so sorry for that dog and wondered if this is something that happens frequently. It's illegal to leave a child in the car, IMO it should also be illegal to leave a pet in the car, at least when the temperature is over a certain level.

 

[godalejunior]

I guess this would be a time that I accidentally tripped and fell into the car which "accidentally" smashed the window and the dog jumped out into the fresh cooler air...........

 

[Jennifer03]

How terrible! I completely agree that it should be illegal to leave an animal alone in a parked car.

 

[arliepooh68]

I've seen this happen and not only did i report it to the cm's there at the structure, I also reported it to the guest services. . . they said a lot of times people are running in to buy something. . umm, don't care, how would they like to be left in the car???

 

[arliepooh68]

OOOOH, and I think they should find the person,tell them they won this great prize and they have to go ride the monorail, you know the one without AC several times around the park.

 

[Sherry E]

I am an animal lover too, and that would have bugged me. One time I saw a sick seal that had beached itself on some rocks for several days on Catalina Island, and I even called some official person on Catalina after I got home a few days later to make sure they knew of this seal so they could help it in some way!

I would have been tempted to leave a note on that car in the Mickey & Friends parking lot and tell the people that it was terrible for them to do that to their dog. As warm as it was outside, it is even hotter in the car and cracking the window open an inch won't help at all. Why do people do that? If they didn't have enough sense to leave the dog in the kennel, then why couldn't they leave the dog at home? Chances are, they probably were not just shopping and were probably spending the whole day in the park. Leaving the dog for at least three hours on a hot day without water (I assume there was no bowl in the car?) is not right.

 

[Crazy4Disney72]

I guess this would be a time that I accidentally tripped and fell into the car which "accidentally" smashed the window and the dog jumped out into the fresh cooler air...........

We did try the doors, just in case one was unlocked, and looked to see if we could find anything to reach into the car and unlock the door. If I could have gotten the door open, I would have taken the dog to the kennel, paid for the day and left a note on the car that the owner could pick up the dog at the kennel.

Whoever drives a tan Honda Accord with Colorado license plates and has a small, very cute, black and white dog who left said dog in the car last Saturday, you should be ASHAMED of yourself

 

[Krissy Marissy]

Last Saturday I saw a dog in a car in the Mickey & Friends parking structure. It was really hot last Saturday, over 90 degrees, and the air quality wasn't that great because of the fires. The windows were cracked maybe an inch. The dog had no water. I was furious! How dare someone go off for a fun day in the parks and leave their poor little dog to suffer in the heat, especially when there is a kennel right at DL??? I hit the emergency button and let DLR security know about the dog. They asked the location and type of car and then said they saw it on their monitors and would send someone to take care of it. Reluctantly, my friend and I left and went to DTD to eat lunch and shop.

THREE HOURS later we came back and I just wanted to check to make sure the dog was not still there, but he was I saw a DLR security person on a bike and he said they were aware and kept checking on the dog and he seemed to be okay. I guess there's only so much they can do, but I was pretty upset. I think in these cases, once they are aware of the situation, they should get into the car (which wouldn't be hard considering the windows were cracked) and take the animal to the kennel. A note should be left on the car informing the owner they can pick up their pet at the kennel as well as the bill for the locksmith (if necessary) and kennel.

I just felt so sorry for that dog and wondered if this is something that happens frequently. It's illegal to leave a child in the car, IMO it should also be illegal to leave a pet in the car, at least when the temperature is over a certain level.

We went shopping this summer and it was 102 out and there was a dog just yelping away in the parking lot. So my DM and I hunted down the car and called the police. When we came back from shopping the car was there and so was an officer Made me feel better but that poor poor puppy

 

[Gisele]

That is a horrible story! I am glad that you alerted Dl. security, good for you!! In my opinion they (DL.Security) should have contacted animal control immediately!!
I hope that poor little dog, makes it back to Co. in one piece and alive!
A law would have to be passed in this state, or even better still make it a federal law, to make that type of human behavior against the law.
Security guards in this state, have no official power to reach into a car and take anything out of it, nor, someone correct me if I have this wrong, can a security guard open the door to a car that they do not own, nor have permission to do so. They could actually end up getting into trouble if they did that. Personally, I would take the chance, and try to get that dog out of there!
Depending upon the situation, I would alert animal control first, then go from there.

I am glad that you and your mother called the police, Krissy. For all that do call for help, how many do not? How many children and pets, die every year, because of apathy?

 

[Gisele]

After typing the above post, I had thought that there was a law in Ca. So I did some research and here is very important information:

"A California law that went into effect Jan. 1 2007, prohibits anyone from leaving an animal unattended inside a vehicle, in hot or cold weather, with lack of adequate ventilation, without food or water or other circumstances that could endanger the animal.

The legislation was authored by state Sen. Liz Figueroa, D-Fremont.

If there is a conviction, the vehicle's owner may face a $1,000 fine or six months in county jail."

Credit:

Pet-Abuse.Com-Please Read

 

[Gisele]

CITY OF GARDEN GROVE:


Animals
Animal Care Services (714) 935-6848



Animal Shelter (714) 978-7387


Stray/Dead animals (714) 935-7419

- after hours (714) 935-6848


Dog Licenses (714) 935-6300


Humane Society (714) 638-8111
Safety 1st Bees (714) 821-9006


http://www.ci.garden-grove.ca.us/?q=FrequentNumbers

 

[Gisele]

OR........... IF IT IS TRULY AN IMMEDIATE ANIMAL EMERGENCY AND YOU DO NOT KNOW WHO TO CALL.......CALL 911! They will assist, because animal cruelty is against the law!

 

[Disney Dreams]

My dog is my baby boy. He is our child. He is my angel. He is one half of what I refer to as, "My Boys."

Things like this infuriate me beyond words. I could go on and on, but there are truly no words strong enough for the disgust I feel for people who just don't get what heat can do to a dog over prolonged time. A cracked window is not enough. Before I "go off," I will stop. Absolutely despicable.

- Dreams

P.S. Gisele, not sure if you were listing the above for ppl visiting DLR. If so, helpful phone numbers, but DLR is in Anaheim, not Garden Grove.

 

[Crazy4Disney72]

After typing the above post, I had thought that there was a law in Ca. So I did some research and here is very important information:

"A California law that went into effect Jan. 1 2007, prohibits anyone from leaving an animal unattended inside a vehicle, in hot or cold weather, with lack of adequate ventilation, without food or water or other circumstances that could endanger the animal.

The legislation was authored by state Sen. Liz Figueroa, D-Fremont.

If there is a conviction, the vehicle's owner may face a $1,000 fine or six months in county jail."

Credit:

Pet-Abuse.Com-Please Read

Since it is indeed against the law (though I guess that could hinge on one's interpretation of 'adequate ventilation, in this case, the windows were down about an inch, maybe an inch and a half) then I think the DLR security should be able to get into the car or if not, call the police to get into the car and rescue the animal, any expense incurred being the responsibility of the owner.

 

[Leofoenget]

Looking at a dog to 'see if he's ok" is pointless. (DL security) the dog would need water fresh air etc. Hopefully if the people came back at some point during the day security could snag them and tell them to take the dog out.

 

[darph nader]

Hopefully karma set in and the dog did his/her business in the car.
Years ago I left my dog in my truck for 2-3 mins 'max' when I got back out he had 'soiled' all over the front seat and floor ,(thank goodness everything was vinyl). Grabbed my buddy's garden hose and washed everything off (including the dog)

 

[Gisele]

I was looking specifically for Anaheim listings, regarding animal control, and so far, had found such for Garden Grove. It is right next door to Anaheim, so I figure they would have jurisdiction, if they do not, then they could tell one, whom in Anaheim or elsewhere they could call instead.

 

[Gisele]

I just called animal control in Garden Grove, they would be the correct number to call in case of an emergency animal situation in Anaheim. Dogs, cats, wildlife.

 

[Gisele]

Here are hot weather tips for pets as provided by OC health information.Hot Weather tips


Garden Grove is in Orange County. The city is located less than one mile from Disneyland.

 

[prettyprincessbelle]

I've heard a story like this before not that long ago. I'm sure it happens in DLR a lot. It makes me so sad. I can't imagine leaving my dogs in the car for that long. Good for you, OP for calling security. I would have left a nasty letter on their car.