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A new device call the Animalarm, which sends dog owners an SMS text message if the temperature in their car exceeds a preset threshold, has been launched this week.
Apparently, you can also ring the device to check what the temperature is inside your car.
The Animalarm sells for £108 inc. VAT from www.animalarm.co.uk.
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I must agree with Rebecca. I can see too many potential issues with this device i.e. batteries running out, general malfunction, someone not having charge or reception on their mobile phone and more.
Under no circumstances would I recommend to an owner that they leave their dog in a car. There is also the added risk of the dog being stolen if left in a car. And on top of this, regardless of the heat, the dog may become so distressed at being left that they start to pant which essentially could lead to dehydration.
Nothing is fail safe and this is certainly not a risk I would be prepared to take.