They immediately called police.

Authorities said the girl's father fell asleep and left the door open. Authorities believe the girl wandered out by herself, walking several houses away and into the dog kennel.

Paramedics took the 19-month old to the ER at Southeast Georgia Health System to be treated for dehydration.

Charges are pending. The Division of Family and Children Services is also investigating.

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Prosecutor Skandalakis has previously suggested that pursuing criminal charges against President Donald Trump may not be feasible until after he leaves office in 2029. (Craig Hudson/Politico/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

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