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Chicken was brought to our clinic when he was discovered alone and injured at the nearby Khao Kalok temple. Unfortunately, in Thailand, temples are often dumping grounds for ill, injured, and unwanted animals. Chicken has a distinct deformity in his front leg, reminiscent of a diminutive chicken wing. It’s likely Chicken’s leg has been like this since birth. Thankfully, this condition does not cause him any discomfort and contributed to the charm that inspired his name.
Upon his arrival, Chicken had an infected wound on his lower spine and abdomen. We were concerned about potential spinal damage as he struggled to walk. Fortunately, X-rays revealed an intact spine and a superficial wound. With a regimen of appropriate medication and daily wound care, Chicken responded well and made a quick recovery.
Since joining Rescue P.A.W.S., Chicken has established himself as THE center of attention, captivating our team with his playful
demeanor and newfound confidence. While we would love to find him a loving home, we recognize the challenges faced by dogs with unique needs. We anticipate Chicken may remain with us for an extended duration, despite him making an ideal addition to any family. We remain hopeful that Chicken’s resilient spirit and endearing qualities will help people look beyond his disability, and that he will find a suitable and caring forever.
Moo Wan arrived in a shocking condition. Her abdomen was significantly distended, making her very uncomfortable and her breathing labored. We needed to act quickly. The vet team immediately placed a drain in her belly and removed a total of 1.5 liters of fluid, a huge amount for such a small dog! Unfortunately, Moo Wan had been fed on a diet of rice, which doesn’t have the required protein for a growing puppy and this caused fluid to accumulate in her abdomen. Since, her arrival, Moo Wan has been receiving high-quality nutrition and a carefully curated assortment of medications. Progress has been slow, but gradual, every day she becomes a bit brighter and more trusting. We’ve even witnessed the first heartwarming tail wag! Moo Wan remains under our care as her condition is still not 100%. We hope with appropriate medical care and proper nutrition, we hope this poor pup will recover despite her tough start in life.
Klar Haan arrived at Rescue P.A.W.S. with deep bite wounds near his spine, leaving him unable to walk. The severity of the attack by other dogs had left his lower back covered in puncture wounds. It took us a while to get the infection under control but luckily, he started showing signs of improvement. With the infection cleared, Klar Haan started daily physiotherapy sessions. With dedicated care and time, he gradually regained awareness of his feet and began standing. After a few weeks, he took his first steps. Klar Haan has now transitioned into a foster home, where he will continue his daily physio sessions, and we are optimistic about his full recovery. We’re proud of Klar Haaan and how well he has done and will continue to support his recovery. Watch his story here.
A big element of the Rescue P.A.W.S. mission that we pride ourselves on is helping low-income families when their pets need medical care. This month, a local family pet suffered severe wounds due to an accident involving boiling water. Our vet team jumped into action providing pain management and wound treatment. Thankfully, though the burns were extensive, they were not deep. The dog, whose name is Nam, spent two weeks at Rescue P.A.W.S., receiving daily medical attention before reuniting with her very grateful owners. This incident highlights the critical role Rescue P.A.W.S. plays in providing essential veterinary care to animals in need. Offering our services free of charge is crucial, preventing prolonged pain and suffering, where owner’s financial constraints would prevent seeking veterinary care.
With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to a beloved companion, Mr. Bean. His courageous battle with FIV concluded peacefully at our clinic. Mr. Bean, who resided at the staff house, was a comforting presence, always ready to greet with a soothing purr after a challenging day. The entire Rescue P.A.W.S. staff deeply mourns the loss of Mr. Bean, a loving and gentle soul to the very end. Grateful that his final years were filled with love, treats, and the comfort of a home, we feel the void left by his absence. His memory will forever be cherished in our hearts. In a Buddhist ceremony, we honored Mr. Bean and sent him on his eternal journey.
Do you remember Bhun Tum? The three-legged-torti cat that was left behind by her owners after her leg was amputated? We have amazing news to share with you! She has travelled to Bangkok to her forever family! We are thrilled this sweet girl has a second chance at happiness. Not only has she found a family, but her adopters have let us know that she has taken in an abandoned kitten and is caring for it as her own. Finally, the happy ending that she deserves!
One of our longest-standing packs is the Top Temple Pack, which is located on top of a beautiful mountain. The 11 dogs are looked after by one monk who lives at the temple. We regularly visit the temple to donate food, do parasite treatment, and perform health checks on the dogs. On one of our visits, one of the sweetest dogs, called Patches was limping, upon further inspection we found that she had a big wound on her hind leg. Patches was brought to Rescue P.A.W.S., as she required stitches to surgically close the wound. After a week of recovery Patches was over the moon to rejoin her pack and it was clear to see the monk had missed her terribly. Dogs at temples can live a happy healthy life, provided they have access to proper nutrition and veterinary care when needed. As monks can’t handle money, they are unable to purchase dog food or take animals to a veterinary clinic. This is why Rescue P.A.W.S. works with temples to provide these basic needs. According to our research, temple dogs often have the worst welfare, lack proper nutrition and preventative health care resulting in vaccine-preventable diseases and complications related to parasites. Rescue P.A.W.S work is vital to ensure temple dogs can live happy healthy lives!
We also added a new pack to our feeding run bringing the total number of packs under our care to 30. We have named them the Coconut Pack due to their location amongst a coconut tree plantation/ The pack consists of 10 young dogs, all about 6 months old. All dogs are quite shy and we are currently working on gaining their trust and improving their health before bringing them in for sterilization.
We also welcome five new puppies to Rescue P.A.W.S. from a local golf course, where there were concerns for their safety. We are happy to report all five pups are doing well and have finished their two-week quarantine. We will soon place them up for adoption and hope to find suitable homes for all five pups. With furry faces and wagging tails, we doubt it will be long before they win the hearts of potential families.
Rescue P.A.W.S. cares for hundreds of stray animals and pets from low-income families. Each month we go through nearly 1000 kg of dry dog food and 2400 tins of wet food. In addition, we also complete over 200 sterilizations each month and provide our packs with wound treatment, parasite treatment and additional medical care when needed. As a pack sponsor, you will make a direct impact on the lives of our packs ensuring that they have access to food, medical care and a better quality of life.
Address: 65 Khao Tao Temple, Nong Kae, Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thailand 77110
Phone: +66 (0) 84 2012 683
Email: [email protected]
