Tennessee Changes The Law About Pets

Beginning this month, Tennesseans can legally break into unattended cars to save dogs from sweltering heat. The change comes after an extension to the state’s “Good Samaritan law,” which lets people crowbar doors or smash windows to rescue children. We can now do the same for pets. To comply with the new law (and qualify for its protection!), would-be rescuers must take certain actions first, such as attempting to find the owner and notifying law enforcement.