Do you leave your dog on the roof? You could be fined this amount of money
In hot weather, the lives of animals can be seriously threatened, especially for those that are abandoned on rooftops by people, but did you know that this can earn you a fine of up to 15 thousand pesos? These spaces, which become true hells under the sun, are not suitable for any living being to spend long periods of time, especially when they are without water, food, much less adequate shelter; Therefore, dogs suffer enormously due to the weather and this practice, unfortunately, is more common than is believed.
What happens if you leave a dog on the roof?
Many people are not aware that leaving a dog on the roof under these conditions can have serious health consequences for them and legal consequences for those who leave them in situations like these.
How much is the fine for leaving them?
According to the Animal Protection and Welfare Law, in its article 24, keeping an animal without food, water or adequate care can result in a fine of up to 15 thousand pesos, and even in arrest for 24 to 36 hours; so in case you are one of these people who don’t care about animals, consider again if you really need to have a dog, or even if it is really worth treating it this way. If you see no other option, the best option is to give it up for adoption and allow it to live a dignified life in an environment where it is given love and the necessary care.
What can make you subject to a fine for not taking care of your dog?
Exposure to extreme temperatures During the summer, rooftops can reach extremely high temperatures, becoming areas that can cause dehydration, heatstroke and, in severe cases, death in dogs, so this is a quite serious issue.
Lack of water and food
Just like humans and any other living being, dogs need access to decent water and food, so denying our furry companions access to this could have serious consequences.
Loneliness
Dogs are social animals that require company and attention from people, so isolation for a long time on a rooftop can lead to behavioral problems, stress, anxiety and depression; so it is not advisable to leave them in a place like this.
Risk of falls
Rooftops usually have very low fences or in some cases even non-existent, which represents a danger for dogs, who can fall and suffer serious injuries or even die. Therefore, avoid leaving them in areas like these.
What should I do if I see a dog in danger on a rooftop?
If you see a dog on a rooftop in alert conditions, it is crucial that you take action. Indifference can make this become a life sentence for the dog, so if possible, you should document the situation through photographs or videos that can support a complaint.
Once you have achieved this, you can report animal abuse to entities such as the Animal Brigade of Mexico City or the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (PROFEPA).
Source: chicmagazine
