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Pets can ‘bake to death’ in dog houses, direct sunlight during heat wave, Midstate animal control warns
By Chasity Maynard at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 30, 2026
· 2 min read
MANCHESTER, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Middle Tennessee animal control agency is warning pet owners that they will issue animal cruelty citations for pet owners who do not protect their animals from this week’s heat wave. Coffee County Animal Control (CCAC) warned pet parents that animals are also in dange...
Key takeaway Coffee County Animal Control (CCAC) warned pet parents that animals are also in danger during the heat wave, which is expected to bring temperatures that feel higher than 100º to the Midstate.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The warning from Coffee County Animal Control serves as a crucial reminder for pet owners across the Midstate, including those in Nashville , to take immediate action to protect their animals from the heat wave. As temperatures soar, it's not just the heat itself that poses a threat, but also the lack of awareness about the dangers of direct sunlight and inadequate shelter. Dog houses, often thought to provide sufficient shade, can actually become deadly traps for pets. The consequences of neglect can be severe, with animal control agencies empowered to issue citations for animal cruelty. Nashville residents should take heed of this warning, ensuring their pets have access to water and shade, and speaking up if they witness an animal in distress. By taking these simple steps, pet owners can help prevent tragedies like the one that occurred last year, where a dog died due to lack of shade and water.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? MANCHESTER, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Middle Tennessee animal control agency is warning pet owners that they will issue animal cruelty citations for pet owners who do not protect their animals from this week’s heat wave. Coffee County Animal Control (CCAC) warned pet parents that animals are also in dange...
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