You can legally smash the window of a hot car to save dogs in these states!

[Amimnoch]

22. Do please use some judgement before proceeding though.

Many modern cars will allow to leave the engine and air conditioning running.

I take my dogs to the store (and most places where I'll be away from the car for only a short period) with me because the LOVE going on car rides. If you even mention car ride within ear shot, they hop up and down excitedly.

When I get to the store, or wherever I'm going, I leave the car locked and running (without the FOB it won't go anywhere as many cars are designed today work). They have music. They have their water dish. they are in air conditioning. They are loving watching people walk by. There is no reason to smash my window in. There is no abuse. There is no neglect. The little one (Ms. Cocoa Chanel) does get very excited when she's out and about. Even with the Air conditioning full blast she pants in her excitement.

By all means, protect those that can't protect themselves.. but do please look at the whole picture and consider everything before acting rashly.

Before you grab the brick to break the window in, use the back of your hand against the glass. If it is hot, act. If the glass is cool, and the engine is running, it's probably not a good idea to break the glass. You're likely causing more stress to the dog, running the risk of getting yourself bit by an unhappy and protective pet that doesn't know you're intention is to assist them.