Dog welfare

If you have concerns regarding the welfare of a dog, please report to the RSPCA. You can find useful information on their website RSPCA Report a Concern alternatively you can call to report cruelty, neglect or an animal in distress on 0300 1234 999.

Dogs Locked in Cars

Do not leave your dog in a parked car, even for a few minutes - even if it seems cool outside it can become very hot, very quickly. Parking in the shade and/or keeping the windows down does not make it safe!

If you see a dog in distress in a parked car, call Kent Police on 101 or the RSPCA on 0300 123 4999.

Make sure you have a supply of water and know where you can stop off en-route for water breaks. Dogs are not able to cool down as effectively as humans so could suffer from heat stroke and dehydration very quickly.