[AmeliaBadelia]

I think it depends on where you are & what time of year it is. The weather is milder here in NJ, so say - in spring, when it's in the 60s and overcast & quite cool (like today, for instance), it wouldn't necessarily be a big deal. I've gone to the grocery store for a quick trip at night & left Amelia in the car. I also take her with me when I go to pick up my son from "school" on breezy spring days. I just crack the windows a bit & the sunroof so she can have air.

OTOH, I don't think I'd ever do that in GA. Just too hot. I also probably wouldn't do it in summertime, regardless of where I am. It's too dangerous IMO at that time.

If you were being precautious, (OMG! I can't think! Did I spell that right???) I wouldn't pay one bit of attention to that lady. Some people just aren't happy unless they're complaining about something or looking down their nose at someone else. I guess it makes them feel better about their own shortcomings.