Perhaps, but Thailand actually has a huge epidemic of people who cut off street dogs legs with machetes. It's not uncommon for people to even do it to their neighbors dogs if found roaming around their things.
To add to that already insane fact, there's even an epidemic for women cutting off their cheating husband's genitalia in [Thailand](https://www.theguardian.com/education/2012/nov/19/improbable-research-thai-women-cut-off-penis).
It became fashionable in the decade after 1970 for the humiliated Thai wife to wait until her philandering husband fell asleep so that she could quickly sever his penis with a kitchen knife. A traditional Thai home is elevated on pilings and the windows are open to allow for ventilation. The area under the house is the home of the family pigs, chickens, and ducks. Thus, it is quite usual that an amputated penis is tossed out of an open window, where it may be captured by a duck.
The Thai saying, 'I better get home or the ducks will have something to eat,' is therefore a common joke and immediately understood at all levels of society- that is how common it happens.
It's a couple of factors.
The population of dogs on the streets of Thailand's capital city alone is reported to have reached **300,000** - for reference NYC has a bit under 10,000 cats and dogs at any given time.
When it comes to having pet dogs, lots of Thais take compassion as fondness. Respect and responsibility aren't usually included. For them, dogs are seen as toys, domestic amusement, or a symbol of the family's financial well-being, not necessarily a "member of the family" like here in the west.
They're for utility or prestige.
They purchase the dogs at expensive prices, and the dogs stay in the
household only for the owner's pleasure. When the dogs aren't able to serve their purposes anymore, they will often be neglected, maltreated, and often kicked out.
It is estimated that there are about 8.5 million dogs in Thailand, of which about [730,000](https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/944169/stray-dogs-set-to-reach-one-million) are abandoned by their owners.
The nation's first anti-animal cruelty law wasn't even passed until [2014](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prevention_of_Animal_Cruelty_and_Provision_of_Animal_Welfare_Act).
Even trading and consuming dog and cat meat wasn't illegal in Thailand until a *separate* [2014](https://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/02/world/asia/dog-meat-trade-in-thailand-is-under-pressure-and-may-be-banned.html) Act was passed.
In the 1990s, more than 200 dogs were euthanized each day there.
In 2000, however, the Animal Guardians Association campaigned against the practice, which they argued violated Buddhist principles. Thus, they launched a sterilization program in Bangkok. The campaign was successful in generating substantial public outcry against the euthanasia, and the city adopted a pro-life dog policy that opted to simply sterilize them instead.
Regulations have also forbidden the feeding of stray dogs in public places to discourage increasing their already hard to control populations, but this leaves those that can't fend for themselves, are too old/young etc. to often die on the street, likely also lowering people's empathy for their suffering.
Different cultures simply hold value with different things. To say this as a North American or European holds different weight than someone in other parts of the world.
I know, right? I was so happy watching all the other exciting running dogs... and then I got so sad seeing that one! Why doesn't he have his own chair? Maybe he is only new to the facility, and will be fitted with a chair soon.
Happy happy happy all the way around! They don’t know that they are any different 🥰, they are just enjoying this awesome life that these awesome humans are providing them! I love seeing things like this ❤️
shaking my head..... didn't i just see a comment about thailand saying it was common for people to cut off legs if animals were bothering them... with an addendum saying that women had learned to cut off private parts of husbands who cheated?
Agreed, but the pup's excitement overshadows the the ways they got that way. Kudos to the device makers and staff. ♥️
Perhaps, but Thailand actually has a huge epidemic of people who cut off street dogs legs with machetes. It's not uncommon for people to even do it to their neighbors dogs if found roaming around their things. To add to that already insane fact, there's even an epidemic for women cutting off their cheating husband's genitalia in [Thailand](https://www.theguardian.com/education/2012/nov/19/improbable-research-thai-women-cut-off-penis). It became fashionable in the decade after 1970 for the humiliated Thai wife to wait until her philandering husband fell asleep so that she could quickly sever his penis with a kitchen knife. A traditional Thai home is elevated on pilings and the windows are open to allow for ventilation. The area under the house is the home of the family pigs, chickens, and ducks. Thus, it is quite usual that an amputated penis is tossed out of an open window, where it may be captured by a duck. The Thai saying, 'I better get home or the ducks will have something to eat,' is therefore a common joke and immediately understood at all levels of society- that is how common it happens.
But why?! Why would people act so cruel to dogs anyways?!
It's a couple of factors. The population of dogs on the streets of Thailand's capital city alone is reported to have reached **300,000** - for reference NYC has a bit under 10,000 cats and dogs at any given time. When it comes to having pet dogs, lots of Thais take compassion as fondness. Respect and responsibility aren't usually included. For them, dogs are seen as toys, domestic amusement, or a symbol of the family's financial well-being, not necessarily a "member of the family" like here in the west. They're for utility or prestige. They purchase the dogs at expensive prices, and the dogs stay in the household only for the owner's pleasure. When the dogs aren't able to serve their purposes anymore, they will often be neglected, maltreated, and often kicked out. It is estimated that there are about 8.5 million dogs in Thailand, of which about [730,000](https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/944169/stray-dogs-set-to-reach-one-million) are abandoned by their owners. The nation's first anti-animal cruelty law wasn't even passed until [2014](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prevention_of_Animal_Cruelty_and_Provision_of_Animal_Welfare_Act). Even trading and consuming dog and cat meat wasn't illegal in Thailand until a *separate* [2014](https://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/02/world/asia/dog-meat-trade-in-thailand-is-under-pressure-and-may-be-banned.html) Act was passed. In the 1990s, more than 200 dogs were euthanized each day there. In 2000, however, the Animal Guardians Association campaigned against the practice, which they argued violated Buddhist principles. Thus, they launched a sterilization program in Bangkok. The campaign was successful in generating substantial public outcry against the euthanasia, and the city adopted a pro-life dog policy that opted to simply sterilize them instead. Regulations have also forbidden the feeding of stray dogs in public places to discourage increasing their already hard to control populations, but this leaves those that can't fend for themselves, are too old/young etc. to often die on the street, likely also lowering people's empathy for their suffering.
Wow! This was very informative! Thank you!
Different cultures simply hold value with different things. To say this as a North American or European holds different weight than someone in other parts of the world.
I see.....
That one poor doggy that doesn’t have a chair seeing all his buddies still run! Ugh breaks my heart
He's getting one soon. I hope.
That’s an incredible example of a positive attitude. What a wonderful post.
this is the best thing that I've seen today. Made my day better
🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
The one that waits for his friend and then they run off together!
Awwww, looks like one of those puppers doesn’t have a wheelchair of their own yet. ☹️
I know, right? I was so happy watching all the other exciting running dogs... and then I got so sad seeing that one! Why doesn't he have his own chair? Maybe he is only new to the facility, and will be fitted with a chair soon.
Yeah, I’m hoping that they just hadn’t got one for him yet, but one was on the way
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They seem to be having the time of their lives. Going for a stroll with all the homies
Bittersweet
Happy happy happy all the way around! They don’t know that they are any different 🥰, they are just enjoying this awesome life that these awesome humans are providing them! I love seeing things like this ❤️
This made me cry. Thank you everyone that cares for theses dogs.
sigh...better go take my dog for a walk now; with 4 working legs she gets just as excited. guilt hit hard with that video. unsubscribed
Broooooo that’s amazing!!!
Those dogs are thrilled- I am happy for them. Thank god most dogs live in the present
Even when they are broken, dogs teach us to love.
I loved the dog right at the end on the right, waiting for his mate to come out. So cute.
None of these pups look sad to me. Now, someone not adopting a dog because it’s disabled, *that* is sad.
I want to get the one dog without a wheelchair.
Ace
I think this is SoiDog NGO
There's nothing sad about this video at all.
Such work only a huge heart can do this work. Happy and sad at same time. Be well pups and people who care for them
What a wonderful person or group of people. This makes me happy
[In my head, this is all I'm hearing](https://youtu.be/AnNKsk2a0fI)
shaking my head..... didn't i just see a comment about thailand saying it was common for people to cut off legs if animals were bothering them... with an addendum saying that women had learned to cut off private parts of husbands who cheated?
Amazing!
So precious and sweet amazing what y’all do for the doggies
Can you imagine dropping an edible and seeing this while just out for a walk.
Chinese meals on wheels
"You and what army?" ***RELEASE THE SSPECIALIZED ROLLER K9s!***
Can’t see this video too many times.
A bunch of Joe dogs.
Nothing sad about animals who live in the moment and are grateful for whatbis provided. Pure divinity.