Polish police rescue heat‑stressed York dog in Siemianowice

During a heatwave with temperatures above 35 °C, police officers in Siemianowice Śląskie responded to a report of a lost York terrier wandering the streets. The animal was found weak from the heat, placed in a cooled police vehicle, and provided with water and food. Municipal guard officers read the microchip implanted under the dog’s skin, allowing rapid identification of the owner. The dog was then returned safely to its home.

The incident highlights the role of local law‑enforcement and municipal services in protecting vulnerable animals during extreme weather conditions, and underscores the importance of microchip registration for pet identification.