Two small dogs were rescued from a hot car early Friday afternoon by Halifax Police in the Costco parking lot following calls from concerned residents. The municipality says at 1:00 p.m.

Two small dogs were rescued from a hot car early Friday afternoon by Halifax Police in the Costco parking lot following calls from concerned residents.

The municipality says at 1:00 p.m., officer were called to the Dartmouth Costco, where police located two small dogs in distress.

Police say temperatures were high in the car and no water was provided by the owner.

According to police, the dogs were removed from the car and cared for until the owner was located.

The owner of the vehicle was charged under the Animal Protection Act.

Police remind residents to contact 911 if you ever see a pet in distress.