Having just become a victim of a dog bite, I thought it would be helpful to publish what the law says about dogs.
There have been a number of cases of dog attacks and neighbours arguing over the animals making a mess and barking at all hours.
They quoted local laws which allow for fines of irresponsible owners.
The problem of barking dogs and dogs fouling the streets and footpaths had caused assaults to take place between neighbours and even death on occasion.
There is also the issue of dogs biting after several high profile incidents.
A section of the bylaws from 1992 says that dog owners must control their animals at all times so as not to cause annoyance to others. Continual noise from barking is considered annoyance.
Secondly, dog owners are responsible for the cleanliness of the area where their dogs go. They must clean up after them.
The environment must not be adversely impacted by dogs.
When a dog dies they must be disposed of properly.
The matter related to taking dogs out on leads is less clear. It seems to imply that only fierce breeds of dogs – Pitbulls and Rottweilers are mentioned specifically – must be kept on leads at all times.
Fierce dogs of this kind must also be muzzled when out.
Leads must be no longer than 50 centimetres in length.
The law seems to imply that more docile breeds do not need to be on leads or muzzled when out with their owners.
Fines in place are limited to 5,000 baht.
A dog owner whose pet bites another person is liable for their medical treatment and a fine.
Reports of infractions of the law can be made to the local authority for action but people should have evidence such as photographs ready.
By-laws can vary from place to place, so do your homework before making a complaint.
(Source:-Sanook)