Terrified dog saved from 35C car as beachgoers smash stranger’s window in shock video
A SHOCKING video shows the moment a stranded dog had to be saved from a baking hot car by a group of beachgoers.
Beach-goers SMASH car window to free trapped dog
The pooch had been left in the vehicle unattended by his owner at Frensham Ponds in Farnham, Surrey on Sunday afternoon.
Bystanders had seen the dog violently panting and vomiting as temperatures rose above 35C.
Those trying to help were able to feed the French Bulldog a small amount of water through the slit in the window.
However, the crowd was left with no choice but to smash the glass to save the distressed pet.
The motorist returned at 3.30pm after leaving the animal alone in the car since 11.30am - four hours earlier.
Terrified dog saved from 35C car as beachgoers smash stranger’s window in shock video #UKHeatwave https://t.co/Z7QxasMeBM
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Should this group of rescuers have stepped in when they did?
It’s not okay to leave your dog in a car for four hours.
Hollie Marie Evans, who captured a video of the dog rescue, also filmed the moment the group waited to confront the owner.
In the clip, the owner can be heard sounding confused and appears unfazed by what he has done.
One woman tells him: “It’s not okay to leave your dog in a car for four hours.”
To which the man tries to shush the dog’s saviours.
She responds: “You’re shushing us because you’re embarrassed.”
Hollie told SurreyLive: “They weren't remotely interested in the dog's welfare and were more concerned about the broken window of the car.
"No thanks was given, just abuse and threatening behaviour."
Waverley Borough Council said: "With the help of concerned members of the public, the dog was retrieved, given water and kept in the shade of the rangers’ office."
The ranger on site eventually gave the dog back to the owner and explained the dangers of leaving pets in cars.
The RSPCA said: "If the situation becomes critical for the dog and the police are too far away or unable to attend, many people’s instinct will be to break into the car to free the dog.
"If you decide to do this, please be aware that without proper justification, this could be classed as criminal damage and, potentially, you may need to defend your actions in court."