Leaving a dog in a hot car for a "quick errand" can be deadly, even with the windows cracked. Temperatures quickly increase inside the vehicle putting the dog at risk of heatstroke.

American Kennel Club shared, "Hundreds of pets die from car-related heat stroke each year. The issue is so important that 31 states have various laws restricting people from leaving their pets unattended in vehicles."

Firefighters in Decatur, Georgia, recently responded to a call about a puppy in a hot car. The heroes rushed to save the poor dog as the temperature outside reached 90 degrees. They rescued the distressed puppy and immediately offered him water.

They took to Facebook to share the rescue story and warn other dog owners to never leave their dogs in a hot car.

The firefighters broke into the vehicle to save the little fella and they wrote, "We should never have to do this to save a dog, so please do not leave them unattended."

The City of Decatur Fire Rescue stated, "Please remember that dogs should not be left in a hot car for any amount of time. They can suffer a fatal heat stroke in less than 15 minutes, and even a few moments of the heat inside a vehicle is extremely uncomfortable for them."

According to local news station, FOX 5, the owner was cited but no further details were shared about if the puppy was returned to the owner or how long the puppy was left in the car.

One person commented, "Thank you for rescuing this sweet little soul. Hopefully it was not returned to the owner but taken to a rescue to ensure it finds a deserving owner."

Another said, "Thank you for coming to that poor little pup's aid and thanks to whomever called you (though I'd have just busted the window, accidentally)".

Even one minute is too long to be in a hot vehicle, so please leave your dog at home.

Learn more ways to keep your dog safe during the hot days of summer here.