Pit bull attack in Bangkok market sparks safety concerns

[webfact]

A pit bull in the Charoen Phon market in Pathum Wan district, Bangkok, caused alarm yesterday after attacking a resident.

 

A resident reported being bitten by a pit bull yesterday, August 28, near the Charoen Phon market in Bangkok. The event gained significant attention after a popular Facebook page, known for highlighting community issues, posted images and comments about the incident.

 

The post emphasised that not everyone finds certain dogs adorable, pointing out that while some owners may feel their pets are harmless, others in the community could be at risk.

 

The incident occurred around 6.30am near the Lotus Rama 1 area, a busy spot frequented by many locals for their daily activities. The victim, who was on his way to buy groceries, had to pass through a commonly used pathway.

He mentioned that he had never seen a dog in that area before. On this particular morning, he witnessed a motorcycle taxi driver narrowly escaping an attack by the same pit bull that later bit him.

The victim had planned to confront the dog’s owner after completing his errands, intending to bring the matter to their attention. However, when he returned around 8am, the owner had already left for work.

 

The dog, still roaming freely, attacked him again outside the premises. Despite the high foot traffic in the area, no measures had been taken to secure the dog.

“It’s confusing how this can be allowed. The owner isn’t around, and there are so many people passing by.”

The man expressed his frustration with the lack of action from the local officials, who suggested he return later in the day to address the issue, reported KhaoSod.

 

“Why keep a dog like this in such a place? It’s a warning for everyone.”

In related news, 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.

 

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal
Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-08-29

 

 

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[thesetat2013]

If the photo is from the incident then he was not recently bitten, especially by a pit bull. 

[steven100]

Get a stick and whack the dog to send it on it's way.  When the owner returns from work corner him and tell him his dog is biting people and needs to be either put down or locked at home. 

Then see what he says and does .....   

[steven100]

17 minutes ago, thesetat2013 said:

If the photo is from the incident then he was not recently bitten, especially by a pit bull. 

what a bizarre statement ....  the person was bitten while walking past the dog so maybe he's cleaned the bite mark and that's what we see ....  It has probably nipped him rather than a bite. 

[Mason45]

9 minutes ago, steven100 said:

what a bizarre statement ....  the person was bitten while walking past the dog so maybe he's cleaned the bite mark and that's what we see ....  It has probably nipped him rather than a bite. 

Who in their right mind would have a pit bull terrier as a pet? There's only one way to fix a pit bull and that's a lead weight in the left ear. It should be illegal to own a pit bull as it is in other countries and then the owners can face serious consequences.

[MalcolmB]

No such thing as a bad dog breed, just bad owners.

[thesetat2013]

16 minutes ago, steven100 said:

what a bizarre statement ....  the person was bitten while walking past the dog so maybe he's cleaned the bite mark and that's what we see ....  It has probably nipped him rather than a bite. 

Probably nipped rather than bitten. IS that not what I said? If it was a bite mark from a Pit Bull.. It would be more severe. PIt Bull grab and do not let go. 

[n00dle]

8 minutes ago, MalcolmB said:

No such thing as a bad dog breed, just bad owners.

wow, I was hoping to read some trite cliches here today and you have certainly delivered. 

 

Colour me surprised, I thought you only talked about hookers

 

got anymore?

[Will B Good]

6 minutes ago, Mason45 said:

Who in their right mind would have a pit bull terrier as a pet? There's only one way to fix a pit bull and that's a lead weight in the left ear. It should be illegal to own a pit bull as it is in other countries and then the owners can face serious consequences.

 

 

We have two in the village next to us.........same owner, same house.....no collars, house has no aircon, both free to roam.......they will kill someone one day.........but better to allow a child to be mauled to death than someone does or says anything.

 

 

[kiwikeith]

46 minutes ago, steven100 said:

Get a stick and whack the dog to send it on it's way.  When the owner returns from work corner him and tell him his dog is biting people and needs to be either put down or locked at home. 

Then see what he says and does .....   

probably pull a gun out and shoot you

[Will B Good]

Just now, kiwikeith said:

probably pull a gun out and shoot you

 

 

Many a true word.....

[spidermike007]

This dog needs to be put down immediately, anytime a dog bites more than one person it should be immediately exterminated. If the owner cannot control the dog society should, and this relates to both private pets and soi dogs. 

[Will B Good]

47 minutes ago, steven100 said:

Get a stick and whack the dog to send it on it's way.  When the owner returns from work corner him and tell him his dog is biting people and needs to be either put down or locked at home. 

Then see what he says and does .....   

 

99/100 a stick or stone will suffice.......I carry a knife now for that 100th incident.

[kiwikeith]

20 minutes ago, Will B Good said:

 

 

We have two in the village next to us.........same owner, same house.....no collars, house has no aircon, both free to roam.......they will kill someone one day.........but better to allow a child to be mauled to death than someone does or says anything.

 

 

it amazes me why these dogs are allowed in Thailand, they are banned in many countries because they will turn on their owners at some stage, happened to a friend of mine when his pit bull attacked his brothers pet rabbit, he tried to pull the dog off and it severely mauled his hand ,the dog was put down

[Will B Good]

2 minutes ago, kiwikeith said:

it amazes me why these dogs are allowed in Thailand, they are banned in many countries because they will turn on their owners at some stage, happened to a friend of mine when his pit bull attacked his brothers pet rabbit, he tried to pull the dog off and it severely mauled his hand ,the dog was put down

 

 

Thais .....I know I shouldn't say this.....but they don't seem to think about these aspects of life.....I guess they have their amulets, which to be fair work perfectly....... until they don't

[Sydebolle]

Fine the owner 50,000 Baht and put the dog into a dog-befitting environment upcountry somewhere. Any "domesticated" pet should be in the custody of a person/persons who know what they are doing. 

[hotchilli]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

“It’s confusing how this can be allowed. The owner isn’t around, and there are so many people passing by.”

The man expressed his frustration with the lack of action from the local officials, who suggested he return later in the day to address the issue

Welcome to Thailand... 

[Will B Good]

1 minute ago, Sydebolle said:

Fine the owner 50,000 Baht and put the dog into a dog-befitting environment upcountry somewhere. Any "domesticated" pet should be in the custody of a person/persons who know what they are doing. 

 

 

Wow!.....I don't want anymore mental dogs upcountry.....there is no shortage of them as it is.

[steven100]

catch the owner with some Authority officer with you ....  then let them sort it out ...   tell him the rabbies shots will cost him 15,000 baht alone .

 

[kiwikeith]

6 minutes ago, Sydebolle said:

Fine the owner 50,000 Baht and put the dog into a dog-befitting environment upcountry somewhere. Any "domesticated" pet should be in the custody of a person/persons who know what they are doing. 

I was at the kings park ,beech and these guys pulled up with pit bulls on big chains and were holding them off each other the dogs were going at each other and the guys were laughing, there were children around and it was the most stupid dangerous thing I've ever seen from people with dogs, they were from a pit bull club and had emblems on their shirts, very insulting behavior and very sick and dangerous.

[Hardcastle P]

24 minutes ago, Will B Good said:

 

99/100 a stick or stone will suffice.......I carry a knife now for that 100th incident.

Don't think a stick will make a pit bull back off ,the more you hit it the more aggressive it will get. 

[steven100]

25 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

 and this relates to both private pets and soi dogs. 

 

Don't even get me started on soi dogs .....     

 

what sort of a messed up uneducated country allows dogs to roam streets and bite kids and whoever the hell they like without being exterminated.

 

speaks volumes about their lack of common sense ....  

[Will B Good]

1 minute ago, Hardcastle P said:

Don't think a stick will make a pit bull back off ,the more you hit it the more aggressive it will get. 

 

 

You couldn't fight off any dog with a stick if it really intends to harm you.....hence the knife.

[smew]

what a joke: renowned tourist family friendly country: soi dogs attacking yet again  !!

 

In related news, 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. 

 

And this dog will be released back to the street as soon as the new "responsible owner" gets tired or bites him/her 

[steven100]

15 minutes ago, Will B Good said:

 

 

You couldn't fight off any dog with a stick if it really intends to harm you.....hence the knife.

I'd prefer to use this on them.... 

 

[zepplin]

Yes there are irresponsible pitbull owners , and there are many , like me , that have wonderful dogs, I’ve had 4 , 2 were killed by cobras, and still have 2 of the nicest gentle dogs you could meet. They are not allowed to roam free though, and are well trained, something most Thais are too lazy to do.

The people who “ASSume”  that every pitbull is a killing machine, should stop making an ass of themselves!

[adrin]

45 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

This dog needs to be put down immediately, anytime a dog bites more than one person it should be immediately exterminated. If the owner cannot control the dog society should, and this relates to both private pets and soi dogs. 

every pitbull has to be putdown, as well as their criminal tattooed farang owners

[thailand49]

Take the pit to top government building and set him loose after legislation will make it illegal to own, breed or bring them into Thailand 🤔

[jvs]

1 hour ago, steven100 said:

Get a stick and whack the dog to send it on it's way.  When the owner returns from work corner him and tell him his dog is biting people and needs to be either put down or locked at home. 

Then see what he says and does .....   

"Not my dog"

[NativeBob]

26 minutes ago, Will B Good said:

 

 

You couldn't fight off any dog with a stick if it really intends to harm you.....hence the knife.

I'd rather be a bit more pro-active: if I see a free roaming mutt I consider it a legit target. 

Don't want to wait until it decides to attack me or whatever might get into its dumb skull.