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- Thailand News
Udon Thani: Toddler drowns, grandfather kills family dog in grief
A two year old boy drowned in a village pond in Udon Thani province, leading to the emotional and controversial killing of his dog by the child’s grandfather. Thanwa was found lifeless in a pond behind a noodle shop in Non Saeng Chan village. He lived with his grandparents while his parents worked in another province. According to the grandfather,…
- Thailand News
Thai monk’s ‘pawesome’ almsgiving captures dog lovers’ hearts
A heartwarming scene captured the hearts of netizens as a revered monk takes his dogs on a daily boat trip for alms. The viral clip shows Chamnarn, the abbot of Wat Chinwararam Worawihan in Pathum Thani, bringing his dogs along on his morning alms rounds, capturing the affection of netizens. Chamnarn, also known as Phra Ratchasirivacharangsi, shared insights at Wat…
- Thailand News
Buddhist monks rescue temple dog attacked with sharpened nail
A Buddhist abbot shared distressing images of a temple dog that was cruelly attacked with a sharpened nail. The dog, found in a state of fear and exhaustion, received immediate help from the monks. A Facebook post by Phra Khru Koson Wachirakit, Deputy District Dean of Mueang Kamphaeng Phet and abbot of Wat Pradoo Lai in Kamphaeng Phet, yesterday, July…
- Thailand News
Termite mound sparks lottery frenzy in Udon Thani
A termite mound resembling a dog’s face has intrigued locals in Udon Thani, sparking a wave of lottery number predictions. The homeowner, who discovered the unusual mound behind their house, has linked the phenomenon to a beloved pet dog buried in the same spot years ago. At the residence located at number 81, Moo 14, Nong Mek Subdistrict, Nong Han…
- Thailand News
Ruff rescue: Abandoned pit bull in Hat Yai finds new home
A pit bull was found abandoned in the heart of Hat Yai, dehydrated, weak, and unable to move. Rescuers discovered it infested with ticks and emaciated. Fortunately, a kind-hearted individual has already come forward to offer the dog a new home. Residents found the pit bull, weighing about 50 kilogrammes, left in Soi 6, Rat Uthit area, yesterday, June 11.…
- Thailand News
Abused pregnant Siberian Husky finds her fur-ever family
A heartwarming turn of events has emerged for a pregnant Siberian Husky, known as Muay Lek, who was subjected to horrific abuse, is now rehomed and lives with a caring owner. The dog was scalded with hot water by her former owner for stealing snacks, a distressing incident that was widely shared and criticised online. The Watchdog Thailand Foundation (WDT)…
- Phuket News
Man seriously injured in Phuket after argument over dog
An argument over a dog in Phuket escalated into a violent confrontation, resulting in one man being seriously injured by a makeshift machete. The incident took place at the CSAL workers’ camp in Tha Sai, Moo 1, Srisoonthorn, on a Friday night. Police captain Thitiwat Asasingh, with the Thalang Police, was informed of the incident at approximately 8.30pm. Teams of…
- Thailand News
Abused temple dog rescued by Thai gold heir finds care
A formerly abused temple dog has found a new lease on life after being adopted by the heir to a prominent gold shop empire. The dog, once blind due to mistreatment by a temple abbot, now enjoys the comforts of a loving home, complete with personal caretakers. The dog’s plight came to light when the abbot’s actions led to its…
- Thailand News
Thailand TikTok user lets dog pick lottery numbers (video)
A local TikTok user hopes to strike it lucky in the upcoming national lottery draw by letting her dog pick the numbers. The dog, named Poi Sian, has become the protagonist of a viral video, where it is seen selecting numbers written on paper. This peculiar approach to choosing lottery numbers has garnered attention for its creativity and novelty. A…
- Thailand News
Temple tails: Abbot’s plea as abandoned pets become a ‘paw-sible’ problem
A recent plea from Phra Maha Charan Siridhammo, the abbot of Wat Phra That Khao Noi, situated in the southern district of Mueang, Nan province, spotlighted a concerning issue. He has urged people to stop the improper action of abandoning their dogs and cats at temples when they find them difficult to care for. Such actions, he explained, are akin…
- Thailand News
Bark and brawl: 2 families engage in physical altercation after conflict over dog pee (video)
Two families living in the Yannawa district of Bangkok engaged in a physical bout of fisticuffs after a pet dog peed on a car. Two Thai women named Ya and Phat shared footage of the brawl with the non-profit organisation Saimai Survive of Ya being physically assaulted by a neighbour called Pop at 9pm on November 29. Ya and Phat…
- World News
HK dog meat deception: App-savvy con artists swipe 6.2 million baht
Cyber criminals in Hong Kong unleashed a devious plot involving faux dog meat sales, designed to hook unsuspecting victims into downloading a treacherous mobile app. Hong Kong police are on high alert as they uncover a ploy wherein scammers exploit two social media pages peddling fragrant meat, with no connection to actual dog meat. The scam is a bait-and-switch, involving…
- Thailand News
Luxurious dog life goes viral: Ordinary Thai dog’s 30 million baht condo (video)
A Thai dog of ordinary appearance, known by the name Dikky, is living in a luxurious condominium in central Bangkok, worth over 30 million baht. The luxurious dog life came to light after property consultant and TikTok user @tamonwank posted a clip reviewing the Sukhumvit Heart’s condominium. The sight of the Thai breed dog staring from an opulent apartment across…
- Thailand News
Canine controversy: Dog’s ‘ruff’ day sparks fur-ious debate on social media
A distressing incident occurred where a dog was savagely beaten after it reportedly bit a child who was playing near the house. The dog owner voiced outrage, questioning why the child wasn’t supervised and suggesting that the dog could have been kept at the back of the house to avoid such incidents. The dog beating incident, which happened on Sunday,…
- World News
Visa mishap leaves dog stranded at Atlanta Airport for three weeks
After an agonising three-week separation, a relieved owner was reunited with her beloved dog at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the world. The heartwarming dog reunion was an emotional moment as they were once again in each other’s arms. The dog, who had been missing, was discovered to be in good health despite showing signs…
- World News
A ‘quacking’ tale: French Bulldog’s rubber duck feast ends in surgical intrigue
In a truly ‘quacking’ turn of events, China witnessed a peculiar incident as a French Bulldog swallowed ten rubber duck toys, which subsequently had to be surgically removed by veterinarians. The bemused owner had been perplexed by the gradual disappearance of her rubber duck collection, but sheer astonishment struck when CT scan findings unveiled the source. This case is not an isolated…
- World News
Canine rescue: UK police sober up intoxicated owner at Wolverhampton station
A local police team in the UK promptly intervened to safeguard a dog from its intoxicated owner at a Wolverhampton railway station. According to the BBC, the British Transport Police (BTP) received an emergency report from the station, raising concerns about a young woman who appeared heavily intoxicated and seemed unable to adequately care for her dog. As part of…
- Thailand News
Dog’s ‘pawsitive’ intuition: Abandoned newborn found in black bag thanks to heroic pet
A newborn girl, hastily packed into a black bag and dumped near a wall, was saved just in time, thanks to a family pet, a dog named Pong, whose unusual growling led the family to the infant. This bizarre event took place today opposite the Nong Khai Police Station. In the Hin Ngom sub-district of Muaeng Nong Khai district, Nong…
- World News
Pawsitively heroic: Viral tale of dog’s ‘wheely’ impressive attempt to thwart bicycle thief
An endearing story of a dog earnestly attempting to stop a thief from stealing an electric bicycle from a property in San Diego, California in the US, has gone viral. Upon the unsuspected break-in, the good-natured golden retriever quickly engaged the intruder in friendly play, an unconventional deterrent, eventually luring the robber towards the pudgy pooch before trying to chase…
- World News
Extravagant 450,000-baht dog wedding in Indonesia sparks national debate over disparities
In Indonesia, an extravagant wedding ceremony, costing nearly 450,000 baht (US$13,066), was held for two adorable Alaskan Malamutes, a story which has sparked national debate amongst netizens. The lavish event took place in a popular public dog park in the north of Jakarta, masterminded by professional event planners. The dogs were adorned in traditional attire, and the controversy stemmed from…
- Thailand News
Temple incident: Monk prompts killing of dog in Chiang Mai, causes public outrage
A shocking incident at a temple in Thailand’s northern Chiang Mai province saw the temple’s leading monk command a follower to shoot and kill a dog, according to an anonymous source on Monday. This graphic scenario, caught on video, stirred public outrage for the cruel treatment of the animal and raised questions about monk conduct and regulations surrounding firearm possession. The…
- Thailand News
Tragic tail: Family finds elderly woman’s dead body and 30 starving dogs in northern Thailand
Family members yesterday discovered the dead body of a 70-year-old woman in a house in the northern province of Lampang, northern Thailand. The woman had passed away at least three days prior to her discovery, leaving behind 30 starving dogs. Growing increasingly concerned after receiving no response to their phone calls for several days, the family decided to travel from…
- Thailand News
Buriram hospital’s dog becomes TikTok sensation as patient’s assistant (video)
In a departure from the norm, a hospital in Buriram‘s Nong Don district has assigned an unconventional employee as an “annoyed patient’s assistant.” A one year old mixed breed female dog named Bami captured public admiration on TikTok for her hospitality to hospital visitors. The TikTok user @aumoverprep originally posted a video clip featuring the endearing Bami, an employee at…
- Crime News
Unhinged Thai son attacks mother in dog discipline dispute
A 68 year old Thai woman was allegedly attacked by her son and suffered critical injuries after trying to discipline a dog. The son is known in the community for his peculiar behaviour with pit bulls, even at one point parading them in his car until they died. The incident happened in the city of Rangsit in Pathum Thani province. Three…
- Thailand News
Paws for justice: 100,000 baht reward to nab gunman of peaceful pooch
A reward of 100,000 baht has been offered to help catch the culprit behind the shooting of a peaceful dog at a Ban Phueng Tok residence. The crime remains unsolved, with the gunman suspected to be a professional killer. He or she had previously targeted the dog with a laser beam. The incident took place in Ban Phueng Tok, Non…
- Phuket News
Barbecue restaurateur receives 500,000 baht donation for stray animal care + community support
Yutthaphum Kaewkhem, also known as Boom, owner of the Teay Ka Ta pork barbecue page and restaurant, received a surprising half a million baht from a fan during an event in Phuket. The generous fan wanted to support Boom’s efforts in helping stray dogs and cats, and the money will contribute to these charitable causes, among others. Yesterday, during an…
- Thailand News
Viral video: Dog disappears in car for an hour, found hiding under seat
Owners of the TikTok account @themayesway decided to adopt a small black dog during their journey. However, they were shocked when the dog mysteriously disappeared while they were driving. After an hour of frantic searching, hilarity ensued when the dog emerged by itself, having been hiding neatly under the backseat. The video quickly gained over 17 million views and 2.4…
- Pattaya News
Street dog uncovers stash of Yaba pills in eastern Thailand
Locals rang the police when a street dog they call “Namtan” (brown sugar) ran down the street with a packet of over 1,000 Yaba (methamphetamine) pills in her mouth inthe Sattahip district of Chon Buri province, eastern Thailand on Thursday, reports NaewNa. The “soi dog” ripped apart and chewed the packet, which contained seven smaller packets with 1,160 pills of “crazy…
- Thailand News
Thai woman searches for missing dog ‘Lucky’ for 143 days and counting
A dedicated Thai woman is searching nonstop for her beloved dog ‘Lucky’ who went missing after being hit by a motorbike in Ayutthaya province, central Thailand, 143 days ago. The dog was most recently spotted one week ago in the Bang Khae district of Bangkok. On October 30, 2022, 51 year old Supatchayanin Sinnapornphakdee’s one year old male dog Lucky…