Dog frequently locked in car in apartment parking garage

[Anonymous]

On a regular basis for the past month I have seen a dog locked in a car in our underground parking deck for our apartment building. At first I assumed that the owner had left something upstairs and was leaving the dog temporarily while he went up to get something. I have seen the owner on two occasions happen to come to the car and get in with the dog in it while i was talking by. But now the past few weeks I have seen it in the car much more frequently.

Our parking deck doesn't get that hot at all (in fact it is usually kind of cool), but this still seems wrong, right? Why would someone do this?

I dont understand because we have security guards, cleaners and maintenance people who frequent our garage, so I can't imagine that the building staff is unaware (the dog barks when people walk by) but I am trying to decide if I should talk to the management office about it.

[Anonymous]

Of course you should talk to the management office. Is this dc, mad, or va?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:On a regular basis for the past month I have seen a dog locked in a car in our underground parking deck for our apartment building. At first I assumed that the owner had left something upstairs and was leaving the dog temporarily while he went up to get something. I have seen the owner on two occasions happen to come to the car and get in with the dog in it while i was talking by. But now the past few weeks I have seen it in the car much more frequently.

Our parking deck doesn't get that hot at all (in fact it is usually kind of cool), but this still seems wrong, right? Why would someone do this?

I dont understand because we have security guards, cleaners and maintenance people who frequent our garage, so I can't imagine that the building staff is unaware (the dog barks when people walk by) but I am trying to decide if I should talk to the management office about it.

A lot of people don't realize how much of the day dogs spend sleeping.

Some people leave their dogs crated all day while they are at work, too.

As long as the dog has water, isn't at risk of any temperature related issues, and is getting exercise/regular walks/play time/etc. outside of the car, the owner may think this is nicer/more interesting for the dog (or there might be some other reason the dog isn't getting to go upstairs).

The size of the dog will also make a difference. If it's a Jack Russell, being in the car is a decent playground. If it's a lab, not great.

Similarly, the type of dog would make a difference. Australian Shepherd would eat the seats out of boredom, while something with the personality of a mastiff (but, obviously, not the size) might be perfect happy watching the world go by.

My personal feeling is that this is probably more stressful for the dog because of the people walking by, noises, vibrations, etc., but I'd actually take note of the size and type of dog, as much as you can figure it, and give a vet a call and ask.

[Anonymous]

I'm betting the dog isn't allowed in the apartment. This is so wrong....call animal control.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:On a regular basis for the past month I have seen a dog locked in a car in our underground parking deck for our apartment building. At first I assumed that the owner had left something upstairs and was leaving the dog temporarily while he went up to get something. I have seen the owner on two occasions happen to come to the car and get in with the dog in it while i was talking by. But now the past few weeks I have seen it in the car much more frequently.

Our parking deck doesn't get that hot at all (in fact it is usually kind of cool), but this still seems wrong, right? Why would someone do this?

I dont understand because we have security guards, cleaners and maintenance people who frequent our garage, so I can't imagine that the building staff is unaware (the dog barks when people walk by) but I am trying to decide if I should talk to the management office about it.

A lot of people don't realize how much of the day dogs spend sleeping.

Some people leave their dogs crated all day while they are at work, too.

As long as the dog has water, isn't at risk of any temperature related issues, and is getting exercise/regular walks/play time/etc. outside of the car, the owner may think this is nicer/more interesting for the dog (or there might be some other reason the dog isn't getting to go upstairs).

The size of the dog will also make a difference. If it's a Jack Russell, being in the car is a decent playground. If it's a lab, not great.

Similarly, the type of dog would make a difference. Australian Shepherd would eat the seats out of boredom, while something with the personality of a mastiff (but, obviously, not the size) might be perfect happy watching the world go by.

My personal feeling is that this is probably more stressful for the dog because of the people walking by, noises, vibrations, etc., but I'd actually take note of the size and type of dog, as much as you can figure it, and give a vet a call and ask.

I can't believe you typed all of this shit out and I actually read it. WTF is wrong with you?

[Anonymous]

Call animal control. This is wrong on so many fronts. I bet PP is correct that it is a "no pets" apartment.

[Anonymous]

It may not be hot in the garage but if the dog is locked up in a car with no fresh air, the dog is going to get hot after awhile. It is different than a dog in a crate inside someone's home. Call the property manager right away if you see this again.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Call animal control. This is wrong on so many fronts. I bet PP is correct that it is a "no pets" apartment.

No, pets are allowed in our building. There is a maximum number of pets per unit though - perhaps he has exceeded it?

[Anonymous]

That is horrible. That dog's owner has a 99% chance of being an asshole. Please call animal control.

[Anonymous]

Call animal control. If its a hot day the temperature in a locked car can get hot and it only takes a short time for heatstroke to occur. And what kind of life is it for a dog anyway?
The owner sounds like a jerk.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:On a regular basis for the past month I have seen a dog locked in a car in our underground parking deck for our apartment building. At first I assumed that the owner had left something upstairs and was leaving the dog temporarily while he went up to get something. I have seen the owner on two occasions happen to come to the car and get in with the dog in it while i was talking by. But now the past few weeks I have seen it in the car much more frequently.

Our parking deck doesn't get that hot at all (in fact it is usually kind of cool), but this still seems wrong, right? Why would someone do this?

I dont understand because we have security guards, cleaners and maintenance people who frequent our garage, so I can't imagine that the building staff is unaware (the dog barks when people walk by) but I am trying to decide if I should talk to the management office about it.

A lot of people don't realize how much of the day dogs spend sleeping.

Some people leave their dogs crated all day while they are at work, too.

As long as the dog has water, isn't at risk of any temperature related issues, and is getting exercise/regular walks/play time/etc. outside of the car, the owner may think this is nicer/more interesting for the dog (or there might be some other reason the dog isn't getting to go upstairs).

The size of the dog will also make a difference. If it's a Jack Russell, being in the car is a decent playground. If it's a lab, not great.

Similarly, the type of dog would make a difference. Australian Shepherd would eat the seats out of boredom, while something with the personality of a mastiff (but, obviously, not the size) might be perfect happy watching the world go by.

My personal feeling is that this is probably more stressful for the dog because of the people walking by, noises, vibrations, etc., but I'd actually take note of the size and type of dog, as much as you can figure it, and give a vet a call and ask.

[Anonymous]

How is it any worse than being crated all day?

[Anonymous]

Break the window, take the dog. Call the police and ask for an officer empathetic to animal abuse. Simple solution.

[Anonymous]

Why don't you just ask the guy? You said you see him walking by. Say, "hey, excuse me, what's up with your dog? I always see him barking in your car."

[Anonymous]

I am an animal/pet lover so this response will be biased, but since this poor animal has no voice, then you must advocate for him.

Please PLEASE call someone.
My first thought would be Animal Control, but will they take the poor little guy to the pound and possibly put him down if they cannot adopt him out?