Pattaya: Search For Culprit Who Muzzled 10 Dogs With Tape

[Georgealbert]

 

 

Picture of the dogs.

 

Social media has been abuzz with outrage as authorities and animal lovers search for an unknown individual who cruelly bound the mouths of 10 dogs with adhesive tape in Soi 12, Pattaya-Naklua Road, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. Some of the dogs were also seen with plastic bottles hanging around their necks. Local residents speculate that the muzzling was due to the dogs’ loud barking and aggressive behavior toward tourists.

 

The images posted online sparked criticism, with many condemning the act as animal cruelty. Upon investigation, it was confirmed that the dogs had indeed been walking and lying along the streets with their mouths taped shut. The security guards in the area stated that although these dogs are usually looked after by someone, they remain muzzled day and night, with the tape only removed when someone comes to feed them.

 

 

The incident has raised concerns among the local community, prompting calls for officials to investigate whether this act violates the *Prevention of Cruelty and Animal Welfare Act 2014

 

This law protects animals from abuse and neglect, and violators can face up to two years in prison, a fine of up to 40,000 baht, or both. The public is urging authorities to take swift action and locate the individual responsible for this cruel act.

 

-- 2024-09-10

 

 

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[Gottfrid]

Although it´s cruel, I can understand why as they might be barking all night. In an organized world, there would be no dogs running around barking, biting and chasing people in the cities.

[jacko45k]

1 hour ago, Georgealbert said:

Local residents speculate that the muzzling was due to the dogs’ loud barking and aggressive behavior toward tourists.

Which, by the way, was not seen as an issue by them.

 

Despite that it seems the dogs were friendly enough to allow this to be done to them.... a bit odd. 

Edited September 9 by jacko45k

[ChrisY1]

Wish we could do that around my area....freakin' dogs are a nuisance!

[Moncul]

1 hour ago, jacko45k said:

Which, by the way, was not seen as an issue by them.

Probably because they can't bark or bite.

[NorthernRyland]

Vigilante justice because Thailand won't enforce even the most basic laws or standards. It doesn't have to be this way people.

[Tropicalevo]

Find the culprit and tape their mouth over.

See how they feel not being able to have a drink of water all day - outside in the heat.

[morrobay]

 

4 minutes ago, Tropicalevo said:

Find the culprit and tape their mouth over.

See how they feel not being able to have a drink of water all day - outside in the heat.

Booo hoo boo. Says someone who has not had a problem with this dog trash that infests this country. Take a walk down that way and get back.

[steven100]

While we are all for getting rid of these pests,  I think there's a better more permanent way.   

 

Well, at least the person takes the cardboard & tape off to feed them,  so it's not cruel cruel.  

 

It's a start anyway,   have any of those netizens ever been cased or bitten or worse have there kid attacked. .....      no '   not understand '    I thought so .... 

[newbee2022]

3 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

 

 

Picture of the dogs.

 

Social media has been abuzz with outrage as authorities and animal lovers search for an unknown individual who cruelly bound the mouths of 10 dogs with adhesive tape in Soi 12, Pattaya-Naklua Road, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. Some of the dogs were also seen with plastic bottles hanging around their necks. Local residents speculate that the muzzling was due to the dogs’ loud barking and aggressive behavior toward tourists.

 

The images posted online sparked criticism, with many condemning the act as animal cruelty. Upon investigation, it was confirmed that the dogs had indeed been walking and lying along the streets with their mouths taped shut. The security guards in the area stated that although these dogs are usually looked after by someone, they remain muzzled day and night, with the tape only removed when someone comes to feed them.

 

 

 

The incident has raised concerns among the local community, prompting calls for officials to investigate whether this act violates the *Prevention of Cruelty and Animal Welfare Act 2014

 

This law protects animals from abuse and neglect, and violators can face up to two years in prison, a fine of up to 40,000 baht, or both. The public is urging authorities to take swift action and locate the individual responsible for this cruel act.

 

-- 2024-09-10

 

 

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Make them ready for export. 😳

[Rimmer]

A flame has been removed

[2baht]

If more dog owners took some more responsibility for their beloved pets, less of these  disgusting actions would occur!

[mikebell]

Find the culprit and send him immediately to my estate.  I will pay him 500 baht per dog/1000 per deaf owner.

[proton]

Turkey has the tight idea, round up all 4 million of the pests infesting their streets and put them down, they are no better than vermin.

[jayceenik]

Maybe the person who did that revolting action was inspired by the well publicized infamous wolf tormentor Cody Roberts in Wyoming...

https://www.change.org/p/demand-felony-charges-against-cody-roberts-for-animal-cruelty

[NowNow]

1 hour ago, morrobay said:

 

Booo hoo boo. Says someone who has not had a problem with this dog trash that infests this country. Take a walk down that way and get back.

 

I know someone who walks past them daily, with no issues. Dogs tend to react to certain people; vagrants and perhaps strangers entering the area. Not usually tourists and foreigners.

So the walk has been done and I'm getting back to you. 

People who have a problem with dogs, usually have a problem with themselves...

[SAFETY FIRST]

It was reported on the local radio station that city hall inspectors reported no harm to the dogs with home made muzzles. They are fitted to protect children and stop eating the other dogs food. 

 

Edited September 10 by SAFETY FIRST

[NowNow]

46 minutes ago, proton said:

Turkey has the tight idea, round up all 4 million of the pests infesting their streets and put them down, they are no better than vermin.

 

Have you thought about relocating to Turkey?

[NowNow]

1 minute ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

It was reported on the local radio station that city hall inspectors reported no harm to the dogs with home made muzzles 

 

It was that way years ago when I passed by. 

[JonnyF]

6 minutes ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

It was reported on the local radio station that city hall inspectors reported no harm to the dogs with home made muzzles. They are fitted to protect children and stop eating the other dogs food. 

 

 

Nonsense.

 

Dogs release heat through the mouth. Taping it shut so they cannot release heat and also cannot drink water in 40 degree heat is essentially torture and could easily lead to death. 

[proton]

1 minute ago, JonnyF said:

 

Nonsense.

 

Dogs release heat through the mouth. Taping it shut so they cannot release heat and also cannot drink water in 40 degree heat is essentially torture and could easily lead to death. 

 

Hopefully

[JonnyF]

6 minutes ago, proton said:

 

Hopefully

 

I'm with Ricky on this one.😃

 

[proton]

Just now, JonnyF said:

 

I'm with Ricky on this one.😃

 

 

Ricky is not surrounded by yapping dogs all day with streets littered with dog crap and does not have to avoid diseased stray mutts going into 7/11 or have to take his mrs to the clinic after being savaged by a stray dog. He's a multi millionaire living in Hampstead.

[Georgealbert]

UPDATE

Not Animal Cruelty! A Woman Explains Taping Dog's Mouths to Prevent Barking, Chasing, and Biting, Saying It’s Done to Ensure Safety for Both Dogs and People

 

 

The controversy over alleged animal cruelty erupted after a Facebook user posted a picture of dogs with their mouths taped shut with adhesive tape, along with a caption questioning the practice. The image was shared widely, sparking heated debates among animal lovers.
 

However, Ms. Kanyarat, the 38-year-old woman responsible for the dogs, clarified the situation to local officials from Pattaya’s Veterinary Services and Public Health and Environment Department. She explained that the practice was not cruel but rather a necessary measure to prevent the dogs from barking, chasing, or biting residents and tourists in the area.

 

 

Ms. Kanyarat stated that the dogs’ natural instincts, especially when encountering children playing nearby, often led them to bark or chase after them. To prevent this, she used old socks and flexible black adhesive tape to gently cover their mouths. She assured authorities that this was done from 20:00 until 07:00 and only after the dogs had been fed. The dogs were also able to eat and drink as usual during the day.

 

“The dogs belong to a foreigner who adopted them and left them with me when he returned to his home country,” Ms. Kanyarat explained. “I’ve taken responsibility for them, and while some may think it's cruel, it’s actually for the safety of everyone. The dogs are fine, and so are the people around them.”

 

Dr. Apichaya Thuranan, a senior veterinarian from Pattaya City, confirmed that upon inspection, the dogs were in good health, able to eat, drink, and behave normally. She further noted that Ms. Kanyarat was acting responsibly by preventing the dogs from disturbing the local community.

 

"The dogs are able to eat food and drink milk even with the temporary coverings, and the owner is using flexible materials to ensure their comfort," said Dr. Apichaya.

 

Despite initial concerns about potential animal cruelty, the investigation concluded that the dogs were well cared for, and the measures taken were not harmful, but aimed at maintaining peace and safety in the neighbourhood .

 

-- 2024-09-10

 

 

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[NowNow]

1 hour ago, proton said:

 

Ricky is not surrounded by yapping dogs all day with streets littered with dog crap and does not have to avoid diseased stray mutts going into 7/11 or have to take his mrs to the clinic after being savaged by a stray dog. He's a multi millionaire living in Hampstead.

 

Your life sounds terrible. Poor you. Perhaps someone should put you out of your misery, You know....in the same off-handed manner in which you treat other life on earth.

[proton]

7 minutes ago, NowNow said:

 

Your life sounds terrible. Poor you. Perhaps someone should put you out of your misery, You know....in the same off-handed manner in which you treat other life on earth.

 

Do you eat animals or not? No, thats not different and involves the greatest animal cruelty on earth, compared to that these scabby vermin being muzzled is nothing

Edited September 10 by proton

[NowNow]

1 minute ago, proton said:

 

Do you eat animals or not? No, thats not different and involves the greatest animal cruelty on earth, compared to that these scabby vermin being muzzled is nothing

 

Yes, I eat animals for food, rather than killing them because I resent sharing space with them. Thank you for allowing me to illuminate the difference.

[NowNow]

5 minutes ago, proton said:

 

Do you eat animals or not? No, thats not different and involves the greatest animal cruelty on earth, compared to that these scabby vermin being muzzled is nothing

 

So when a big cat takes down another wild animal for food, that is the 'greatest animal cruelty on earth' for you? 

It's different from your hatred and clear for all to see. 

[Will B Good]

 

 

 

That is horrific in this climate.....and I am someone who would be happy with zero soi dogs....but not like this.

[proton]

15 minutes ago, NowNow said:

 

So when a big cat takes down another wild animal for food, that is the 'greatest animal cruelty on earth' for you? 

It's different from your hatred and clear for all to see. 

 

So you are a meat eating animal hater then. Some wild animals have to eat other animals to survive humans do not.