Dogs rescued from hot car by police in Australia

"It is frustrating to see people aren't getting the message"

Monday 15 January 2018 00:03 GMT

Police rescue two dogs from hot car in Queensland, Australia

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Australian police were forced to rescue two dogs from a hot car in Queensland, Australia.

This clip posted by Queensland Police warns of the dangers of keeping animals locked in vehicles during hot weather.

According to the footage the dogs had been locked in the car for at least an hour and a half and it was the third time the pet owner had been spoken to.

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Dogs rescued from hot car by police in Australia

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