Man Saves Dog Left Locked in Car During Unbearable Heatwave by Smashing Window With a Sledge Hammer

Is there anything better than a dog?

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These adorable creatures are basically the best things on earth. If you’re ever feeling down in the dumps, a dog is guaranteed to make you feel better.

They are truly man's best friend!

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Whether they’re causing mischief, giving us those puppy eyes when they want a treat, or taking up the entire sofa, many of us couldn’t live without our furry friends.

Once you become a dog-parent, there's no going back...

It’s hard to imagine a life without having a pooch to come home to.

In an age where the internet is so divided, there's one thing we can all agree on...

How utterly amazing (and adorable) our four-legged friends are.

But sadly, so many pooches are lost, neglected, abandoned or dumped - being left to fend for themselves...

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And this is not okay.

We all know the golden rule about not leaving dogs in cars on hot days...

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Yet so many irresponsible dog owners continue to leave their poor dogs unattended in hot cars - which puts their pets' lives at a dangerous risk.

A car is like a virtual oven...

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So just imagine how a dog would feel being trapped inside one for a prolonged period of time.

It's completely unthinkable.

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And irresponsible.

Despite these consistent warnings...

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Owners continue to leave their pets in unbearably hot conditions for the sake of their own conveniences...

Without a thought for how awful it must be for their dog.

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And how distressed the animals can become.

Luckily, most people know not to leave their pets in their vehicles on hot days...

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But, sadly, there are still pet owners out there who insist on locking their animals in scorching hot cars.

The most recent incident happened in the U.K.

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August 10th was one of the country's hottest days of the year, where temperatures soared to ninety-three degrees Fahrenheit. However, despite the heat, Samantha Heaver, a passerby, noticed a Yorkshire Terrier trapped inside a parked car.

The small dog was visibly in distress...

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And was panting as it sat motionless in the baking car.

Luckily, the good samaritans decided to rescue the helpless pooch.

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The police were called over and a member of the public, who has since been hailed as a hero, approached with a sledgehammer, ready to smash the windows.

He got to work...

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And had to hit the window several times before he could break-in.

Finally, the window shattered...

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And the little dog was able to be retrieved.

At first, the dog seemed reluctant to leave the car...

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And was visibly subdued and drowsy.

Once he was taken out of the car, he was given plenty of water...

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And subsequently checked over by the vets, where it was deemed he would have no lasting injuries.

The owner returned ten minutes after the break-in...

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And, unbelievably, was only "given advice" by the police officers, according to a Thames Valley Police spokesperson.

You can watch the dramatic rescue mission here.

For more on the idiocy of some pet owners, keep scrolling...