Some of the Southampton Hackney Association (SHA) taxi driver members are concerned about the numbers of dogs they are seeing in the city which have been left in cars with very little ventilation whilst their owners visit Southampton shops. 

With all of the lovely weather we have been having, it seems some dogs are being put at risk of heat exposure which can lead to death. The SHA supports Guide Dogs, Hearing Dogs and Assistance Dogs and we would not like to see any animal suffering unnecessarily. 

You can find out tips for keeping your dog safe in hot weather on the RSPCA website here , along with information about how to report a dog which has been left unattended in a car.

Photo courtesy of RSPCA