Report Neighbour's Dog Attack Leaves Boy Hospitalised

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Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In Kamphaeng Phet province, a six-year-old boy was hospitalised following a severe attack by a neighbour’s dog. The unsettling incident has brought attention to the community after being highlighted by the Facebook page, Kamphaeng Phet Complaints.

 

The young lad was playing outside his home when the dog suddenly pounced, leaving him with serious injuries on his temples, right chest, arm, and leg. The wounds required immediate medical attention, and he is currently receiving treatment at Khlong Khlung Hospital. His mother shared that he is still in pain and has developed a fear of dogs.

 

The child's grandmother, Amporn, 63, recounted the shocking moment as she worked inside their house. Hearing the commotion, she rushed outside to find her grandson being attacked. In a desperate attempt to stop the assault, she threw a piece of wood at the dog, forcing it to retreat. Amporn quickly tended to her grandson's injuries and transported him to the hospital.

 

In a conversation with the boy, he described the terrifying encounter, explaining how he tried to protect himself and shouted for help before his grandmother and mother intervened.

 

The owner of the dog, 73-year-old Krissana, has offered 20,000 baht (approximately US$615) as compensation, to be paid in instalments. However, the boy’s mother, Prakaithip, believes this amount is insufficient to cover the medical expenses and emotional trauma suffered by her son. She expressed frustration, noting the dog’s history of aggression and previous complaints made to Krissana, which went unheeded.

 

Prakaithip has filed a formal complaint with the Khanu Woralaksaburi District Police, arguing for greater accountability. Accompanied by Sergeant Major Prachakrit Saithip, who is actively supporting the family in seeking justice, they are exploring legal options, emphasising the need for a more substantial settlement.

 

The incident has stirred the local community. Sergeant Major Prachakrit, who visited the boy in hospital, has been advocating for the family’s plight, underscoring the inadequacy of the proposed compensation for the child's recovery, both physical and psychological.

 

Visiting the scene, traces of the incident remain visible—a sobering reminder of the attack’s brutality. The situation was described as chaotic, with neighbours trying to assist amidst the boy’s cries for help.

 

Krissana has expressed willingness to offer assistance but contends the dog has no record of previous aggression, attributing its behaviour to being drawn to a female dog. She did not witness the attack and has since released the animal. Despite her claims, the family is calling for increased responsibility and preventive measures to ensure safety.

 

As authorities continue their investigation, the community watches closely, hoping for resolutions that prioritise the child's welfare and prevent future occurrences. The incident highlights ongoing discussions about pet ownership responsibilities and the need for protective measures in neighbourhoods.

 

This unfortunate event serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilant animal control and neighbourly accountability, urging all involved to seek solutions that safeguard community peace and well-being.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-08-21

 

[VocalNeal]

...and he's never waived a stick at or hit the dog like his mother does? Dogs don't just turn on humans without cause.

[Liverpool Lou]

1 minute ago, VocalNeal said:

...and he's never waived a stick at or hit the dog like his mother does?

No, there is no suggestion of that, at all, if there was, the owner would likely not failed to mention it.  It was not reported that the attacked boy's mother or grandmother had done that, either, prior to the attack.

[VocalNeal]

^ Yes if he had seen it happen.

[fredwiggy]

6 minutes ago, VocalNeal said:

...and he's never waived a stick at or hit the dog like his mother does? Dogs don't just turn on humans without cause.

Dogs are territorial, meaning they'll attack anything that gets in between them and their homes or a female. The child was likely just in the wrong place, wrong time. Good that his grandma was close to throw a stick at the dog. Looks like the family is wanting more money, which seems to be the most important thing here when something goes wrong. The owner "released" the dog? Does this mean she disregarded ownership and now the dog is really running free? That's another real problem here. No training, not keeping dogs in yards or in houses, and letting them roam to do what dogs will do, which means protecting property it thinks is theirs to protect. 

[proton]

2 minutes ago, fredwiggy said:

Dogs are territorial, meaning they'll attack anything that gets in between them and their homes or a female. The child was likely just in the wrong place, wrong time. Good that his grandma was close to throw a stick at the dog. Looks like the family is wanting more money, which seems to be the most important thing here when something goes wrong. The owner "released" the dog? Does this mean she disregarded ownership and now the dog is really running free? That's another real problem here. No training, not keeping dogs in yards or in houses, and letting them roam to do what dogs will do, which means protecting property it thinks is theirs to protect. 

 

The usual doggie excuses, they are territorial, not trained, must have been provoked. First time I was savaged by an Alsatian it was nowhere near its home, rescued by a Policeman the first thing he asked was- what did you do to provoke it?' Nothing was not an acceptable answer. Dogs are sly nasty opportunists and will attack if they feel they can get away with it, kiddies are their favourite prey. Disgusting animals.

[fredwiggy]

10 minutes ago, proton said:

 

The usual doggie excuses, they are territorial, not trained, must have been provoked. First time I was savaged by an Alsatian it was nowhere near its home, rescued by a Policeman the first thing he asked was- what did you do to provoke it?' Nothing was not an acceptable answer. Dogs are sly nasty opportunists and will attack if they feel they can get away with it, kiddies are their favourite prey. Disgusting animals.

Some dogs attack with little provocation, but you don't know what the provocation could be. It could be with a female, an abused dog looking to take revenge on anyone resembling the abuser, territorial attacks. You may have provoked the dog without realizing it.

 

There is definitely reasons you don't like dogs, which could be stemming from your parents hatred towards them for their own reasons. Bad experiences with dogs, especially if you've not owned any, can turn you against them.

 

They are obviously one of the most loyal, loving protective animals on earth, and there are countless videos showing just how loving, caring and protective they are. They are what keeps many people who have depression or are suffering from PTSD alive, as well as being companions for millions of people. I've owned many, been around thousands, and only was bit twice, both by dogs protecting their territory. Not severe, so I just backed away.

 

They attack for many reasons, one of which is protecting their owners or owner's homes. If you look at how many people attack others, they put animals to shame, and it's usually for the wrong reasons and not just to protect what's theirs. A trained dog will usually never attack anything besides other dogs. An untrained dog will attack anything that comes near their homes. Some dogs can do a lot of damage to skin because they're equipped with teeth and a strong jaw. This is of course why most bad attacks come from strong dogs, some of which are bred to attack.

 

If you look at how many people have been saved one way or another, and how many drugs have been found by police dogs, you'd see just how necessary they are. Dogs know when people are bad people by instinct, and they look at us as just another dog, so approaching them with fear or anger will get a negative response. Letting dogs roam, like many do here, is allowing them to act like dogs, especially if they're not trained to respect people.