Will Your State Protect You If You Save A Dog From A Hot Car?
Is it legal to rescue a dog from a hot car? If you're in the United States, it varies depending on where you live and what happens.
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Molly Weinfurter
Molly Weinfurter is an animal-loving writer for iHeartDogs.com. While pursuing a BFA in Creative Writing at Full Sail University, she started taking on a variety of writing and editing jobs, specializing in pet content. She started at iHeartDogs shortly after graduating college, and now, she’s happy to be an even bigger part of the team. She also hopes to publish her own novels one day.
When she’s not writing, she spends time volunteering at local animal organizations. Her volunteer efforts include fostering dogs, educating about puppy mills, and bringing shelter dogs to events. She also has two rescue pets of her own: a Shih Tzu named Mabel and an axolotl named Wooper. Mabel is a sassy old lady who loves napping while Wooper just floats around with no thoughts in his head.
Molly is passionate about the work she does at iHeartDogs because she loves knowing that her writing is helping animals in need!
Expertise: Fosters dogs, volunteers for Bailing Out Benji
Education: Full Sail University
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Title: Writer
Articles by Molly Weinfurter
Man Breaks Down Neighbor’s Door To Rescue Dog From Burning Home
A family's house went up in flames when they weren't home, so their neighbor rushed toward the fire to save their dog.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesDog Spends Weeks in Outdoor Pen Until Rescuers Finally Find Him
Gunner was in a pen outside when his owner died. The poor pup was trapped out there for about a month before help arrived.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesDog Escapes Pet Hotel And Travels 2 Miles To Ring His Own Doorbell
A dog escaped his pet hotel and ran two miles to return home. He waited patiently at the front door, even though no one was home.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesLost Dog Held Hostage By Suspicious Elderly Women
When searching for her lost dog Taco, Shawna Wallace quickly realized that a group of elderly women were acting strangely suspicious.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesStolen Puppy’s Miraculous Return Home Made Possible Thanks To Social Media
Korben the Yorkie puppy was stolen from his yard and later thrown into a puddle. Luckily, social media helped bring him home again.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesUPDATE: Zoo Guest Captures Frightening Moment Dog Enters Gorilla Enclosure
A stray dog somehow ended up in the gorilla enclosure at a zoo. Video footage of the gorilla chasing the dog is stressful to watch.
Read More Dog NewsTrumpet Becomes First Bloodhound To Win Westminster Dog Show
The 2022 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show has concluded, and Trumpet the Bloodhound has won best in show, making history.
Read More Dog NewsDog Hops Into An Austin Animal Services Vehicle And Makes Himself Comfortable
In a heartwarming twist, a lovable dog finds comfort in an Austin Animal Services vehicle, bringing smiles to everyone involved.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesWoman Tries to Return Her Dog’s Food and Receives an Unexpected Surprise
A woman planned to return an unopened bag of dog food after her dog died. But Chewy surprised her with several kind actions instead.
Read More Pet LossLab Hears His Dog Friend in Trouble and Races Toward a Coyote
A coyote tried to pick up a screaming Boston Terrier, but a Labrador Retriever ran at the coyote to save the little dog's life.
Read More Amazing Dog Stories10-Year-Old Who Has Been Rescuing Dogs Since He Was 4 Gets His Own Disney Show
A 10-year-old boy has been an advocate for rescue dogs for over half his life. Now, he has his own heartwarming TV show about adoptable dogs!
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesThief Sends Threatening Video Of Stolen Yorkie In Cage But Refuses To Return Him
A Yorkie was stolen off a family's porch, but even after video evidence and a phone call from the thief, there are still no leads.
Read More Dog NewsHusky’s Collar Makes an Incredible Difference During Frightening Incident
A Husky was shot by a rancher after chasing their livestock, but somehow, her collar protected her neck from fatal bullet wounds.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesHusky Is Rescued From Hot Car After Police Respond to Emergency
A human died in a Walmart shooting, but his Husky was still alone in the car. Luckily, someone saw the dog and helped rescue him.
Read More Dog NewsPoland Animal Shelter Rescues Traumatized Ukraine Dogs & Hires Refugees
Ukraine pets cannot enter Poland animal shelters, so a man opened a new shelter for them, and Ukraine refuges are working there.
Read More Dog NewsFreshPet 2022 RECALL: Popular Food Brand Voluntarily Pulled For Salmonella Contamination
A popular fresh dog food brand is being voluntarily recalled for Salmonella contamination for the second time.
Read More Dog HealthU.S. Drone Pilot Uses Infrared Camera to Find Pets Trapped in Ukraine
A man is flying his drones around Ukraine to save abandoned dogs and cats. The drone's infrared camera can help detect life.
Read More Dog NewsInmates Comfort Shelter Dogs During Fourth Of July Fireworks
Fourth of July is a terrifying holiday for dogs. So, inmates in Brevard County, Florida stepped up to comfort the shelter dogs during the fireworks.
Read More Pawsitive Dog StoriesDog Passes Away After Disappearing With Pet Sitter
A dog has passed away after being left alone with a "professional pet sitter." His human wants answers about the sitter's disappearance.
Read More Dog NewsWoman And Dog Fight To Survive For 18 Hours In Treacherous Canal
A woman and her dog were trapped in a fast-moving canal for 18 hours. Officers arrived to rescue them just in time!
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesFirefighters Race to Save Dog Trapped in Submerged Vehicle for 20 Minutes
Firefighters respond to a call about a submerged car, and they find a dog who survived in the vehicle for 20 minutes.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesVideo Of Man Playing With Dog Causes Backlash From Girlfriend’s Followers
A woman posted a short video of her boyfriend playing with her dog on TikTok, but followers quickly urged her to break up with him.
Read More Dog NewsArrest Brings New Development in 36-Year-Old Case First Uncovered by Dog
36 years ago, a dog found a deceased newborn baby and carried her home. Now, the mother has been located and arrested.
Read More Dog NewsGiant Dog Casually Shops At Dollar General Alone, Then Refuses To Leave
A massive dog wandered into a Dollar General to do some shopping. He hung out for a few hours and then refused to leave during closing time.
Read More Funny Dog StoriesAfter 11 Years in a Large-Scale Breeding Operation, Senior Dog Finally Rests in a Bed
Rescued from a life of hardship, this senior dog finally finds comfort and love, resting peacefully in a soft, warm bed.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesRescue Seeks Answers After Shelter Dog Disappears Under Troubling Circumstances
A robber broke into an animal rescue, abused a dog, and then left with the dog. The dog has now died, so the rescue is demanding justice.
Read More Dog NewsDog Thrown Over Rescue’s Fence Suffered Years Of Mistreatment & Neglect
A volunteer found a severely matted Shih Tzu along the fence of an animal rescue. Rescue staff believe someone threw her over the fence.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesMastiff With Terminal Cancer Finds a Loving Home for Her Final Days
Mae, a beloved Mastiff with terminal cancer, finds love and a forever home just in time. Her story is one of hope and compassion.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesMoose Shows Up To Guys Yard, Lays Down And Miracles Happen
A mother moose comes to a man's yard every year to give birth. This year, heartwarming footage of her having twins was taken.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesDog Rescue Founder Reunites With Missing Pit Bull After 8 Years Apart
A woman and her lost dog were reunited after 8 years apart. During the dog's time away, the woman started her own dog rescue!
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesSupport Dog Travels From Oregon To Texas After Her Human Dies Suddenly
A support dog stayed by her human's side when he died in his sleep. But to get to his family, she had to travel across the country.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesTerrified Puppy Found Abandoned On Bench With Heartbreaking Note
Someone abandoned an innocent puppy, chaining him to a public bench. The only explanation was a heartbreaking note.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesLost Pit Bull Swims For Several Miles After Falling Off Shrimp Boat
A Pit Bull named "Monster" got lost after falling off her dad's shrimp boat. She ended up swimming several miles to get to shore.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesUPDATE: Vet Clinic Receives Death Threats, Tells Their Side Of Surrendered Puppy Story
A woman surrendered her puppy due to expensive vet bills. Within hours, she raised the money, but the vet won't say where her dog is.
Read More Dog NewsFormer Marine Travels Cross-Country On Horseback To Help Veterans And Shelter Dogs
A former Marine is traveling across the country with his horse and dog in hopes of raising money for veterans, rescue dogs, and horses.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesPuppy Makes Remarkable Recovery After Rescuers Step In to Help
An innocent puppy had a hair tie so tight around her snout that a bone was visible. But now, she has a loving family!
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesFamily Seeks Answers After Another Dog Walker Hot-Car Incident
A dog walker forgot a family's dog in a hot car for several hours. Sadly, this isn't the first time they've done this.
Read More Dog NewsMissing Yorkie Returns 11 Years Later When His Family Needs Him Most
11 years ago, a Yorkie puppy was stolen shortly after his human's brother died. Now, he has been found after her other brother passed away.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesDog Rushes To Fellow Canine When His Human Blacks Out
When a woman at a senior living center blacked out, her dog ran to ask a fellow canine for help. He ended up saving her life!
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesWoman Gets an Unexpected Call About Her Dog Two Years Later
A woman left her senior Chihuahua with a friend, who told her the pup died. But two years later, the dog was found at a quarry.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesCyclists Stop Their Journey When They Spot a Pit Bull Desperately Needing Help
Cyclists stopped during an 80-mile adventure when they found a Pit Bull stranded on a support beam. They saved her life!
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesMechanic Opens Backpack Found in Dumpster and Realizes a Puppy Needs His Help
A mechanic heard a thumping sound coming from the dumpster. It turned out to be an abused puppy trapped in a backpack.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesNewly Graduated K9 Finds Missing Woman Singing “Amazing Grace” In The Woods
A woman with early signs of dementia was missing for 8 days, but then, a newly graduated K9 helped track her down.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesTwo-Legged Puppy Brings Excitement To Senior Dog Sanctuary
A puppy named Joey was born without front legs, so a senior dog sanctuary took him in. He adores his older roommates!
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesBoxer Springs Into Action When He Sees Man and Dog Struggling in Water
Boxer Ben Poole spotted a man drowning after jumping in to save a dog. It was a moment of "fight or flight" for Poole.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesWoman Picks Up Dog From Boarding Facility and Knows Something Is Terribly Wrong
A woman dropped her dog off at a boarding facility for the weekend. When she returned, her dog was on the brink of death.
Read More Dog NewsChicago Fire Cast And Crew Mourn The Loss Of Their Famous Dalmatian Costar
Tuesday, the Dalmatian from Chicago Fire, passed away right before the season 10 finale. She will be missed by all of the cast and crew.
Read More Pet LossStrangers Spring Into Action When They Spot a Dog in Urgent Need
A Pit Bull was being dragged behind a car for the length of a football field. Now, she's recovering but still very sore on her paws.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesStray Puppy With Natural Human-Like Eyebrows Finds A Forever Home
A stray puppy with unique, human-like eyebrows captures hearts and finds a loving forever home, spreading joy and warmth.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesVideo Captures Dog Mom Racing to Help Pit Bull in Frozen Pool
When a rescue Pit Bull named Sid fell into an icy pool, his mom didn't hesitate. She jumped in after him and ultimately saved his life.
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