Hi sneakypete,
Thank you for an interesting question.
I called the Office of Agricultural Affairs at The Royal Thai Embassy
1024 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20007 U.S.A.
Phone: (202) 338-1543
Fax: (202) 338-1549
The traveling with a dog information I found:
You won't need a leash for walking Hazel around town, however you will
not be permitted to take her inside restaurants, malls or shopping
centers. You can walk her all around Thailand as long as it's not
inside.
By bus: No problem. However, it depends on which company you choose
to travel by. It would be recommended to call ahead before planning a
trip by bus. Some bus companies allow and some don't. You'll need a
crate for her if the company permits dogs on the bus. The lady I
spoke with called it a 'case'.
By train: When traveling by train, Hazel will be put into a special
separate holding area for animals. She won't be permitted to be with
you, but you can bring her along. The lady I spoke with, wasn't sure
about needing a 'case' for the dog on the train.
By airplane: Yes, but she'll need to be in a 'case'. I wasn't able
to find out size requirements for keeping a dog with you on the plane,
rather than in a special holding area of the plane for animals.
You'll need to contact the airlines in advance.
By ferry: Yes, you can travel by ferry with Hazel, however she wasn't
sure about whether a leash was needed.
Culturally: The lady I spoke with said you'll have no problems, as
long as you've followed all the rules and regulations regarding
importing.
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Animals in Thailand
http://langbridge.tripod.com/osweb/bkk6.htm
The Buddhist Thais are very passive towards animals, and animals roam
through the cities and towns freely. There are a large number of dogs
around, fewer cats, and in Central Bangkok at night there were also a
few Rats visible. Similarly, at night I saw elephants in central
Bangkok, albeit particularly in areas with high concentrations of
tourists.
The dog below was photographed around midday, on a footpath in central
Bangkok. Everyone made an effort to walk around the dog while it
slept:
(photo of dog laying down)
This dog was at a shopping centre:
(photo of dog walking)
On the island of Koh Samet, this bitch looks like she's had many pups.
(see photo)
Photographed in the same open air restaurant as the previous dog;
probably one of many offspring of the previous dog...
(see photo)
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Animal Rescue - THE BEACH DOGS
http://www.khaosanroad.com/animalrescue.htm
"Koh Tao is a small island surrounded by the calm expanse of the Gulf
of Thailand. This may be a tropical paradise for visitors but for the
many ownerless dogs that live there it is far from paradise. Ravaged
by mange, hungry and often frightened, they parade the beach in packs
each tribe fiercely protecting their self-designated territory. This
is a place where the law of the jungle pervades, survival of the
fittest. But the only food source is that provided by humans - the
scraps from the restaurants. The dominant male pecking order often
means that the weakest get no food at all. In fact these dogs at the
lower end of the scale are often cast out from the tribe."
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A furry friend tags along in Thailand By Jessica Dolce
For The Inquirer
http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/living/travel/5619663.htm?1c
"Bordering on obsessive, I keep detailed journals of my travels,
jotting down what I ate, the type of transportation I took around
town, and how much it cost to get into the museum. Remembering where
I've been in gory detail helps me to recapture the more elusive
emotions of being in a foreign place.
There is, however, one trip that wasn't recorded in my journals. Now,
a year later, I can't recall the name of the river I cruised down or
find the names of the guides who took me there. But I remember what
matters most - how I felt.
When our group of sun-poisoned, sweaty backpackers arrived at a Lisu
village, as part of a guided trek through northern Thailand, the
villagers weren't particularly thrilled about our arrival. Still,
trying to show our gratitude for their hospitality, we spent hours
teaching the Lisu children the most effective way to throw a Frisbee.
But the only one who was interested in us was a mutt we dubbed Rusty.
Continuing our hike the following day, I took my usual place at the
back of the group, where I was surprised to find none other than Rusty
the dog. Always a pushover for a handsome guy on four legs, I was
excited that he had joined the trek.
Rusty and I were a perfect match; he waited for me when I crossed
rivers, and ran next me through poppy fields. He occasionally mistook
the group for cattle and tried to herd us into a pile, but otherwise
he stayed by my side. Rusty was my own personal tour guide for the
remainder of the trip.
On our final morning, the group scrambled onto bamboo rafts for the
ride back to civilization. As the group drifted away, calling for
Rusty to follow, he hesitantly dog-paddled towards me. Leaning over, I
hauled a shivering Rusty onto the raft, relieved that I didn't have to
let him go so soon.
Floating down this river, which I can't name or find on a map, Rusty
and I splashed and played and soaked up the sun. I was totally
immersed during those hours, absorbing everything and, for a rare
moment, living simply in the present. As we sat together at the front
of the raft, the rest of the world faded away until it was just me and
my dog.
I'll probably never know the name of the river we were on that
morning. But, one of my best memories is of that raft ride - hanging
on to a great dog, my face being licked clean with appreciation.
I'm beginning to realize that knowing someone will remember you, like
the girl who might grow up to be a champion Frisbee player, or finding
a perfect afternoon in the sun with an unlikely friend, is far better
than knowing all the facts."
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BRINGING PET DOGS OR CATS INTO THAILAND
http://www.thai-info.net/3wfaq/faq.asp?subject=PETS
What to do if I want to bring my Pet to Thailand?
Assuming that you are bringing your pet(s) into Thailand for 6 months
or more by air as one of accompanied baggage:
Authorization to import your pet arriving by air can be obtained at
the Bangkok airport.
At the airport, you will need to obtain an authorization to bring
into, or transit animals via Thailand (Ror 6 form), and a permission
to bring animals into Thailand (Ror 7 form). Fill out the application
for special importation form (Kor Sor Kor 102). Please be advised that
you may be required to pay fees on the above applications and import
duties on your pet. Import duties will be exempted if your pet will be
in Thailand for 6 months or less. However, you will need to fill out a
guarantee form and pay a deposit at the airport.
Other requirements:
Identity certificate signed in country of origin by a registered
veterinarian, describing age, breed, sex, color, etc.
Rabies vaccination certificate, your pet must be vaccinated at least
15 days prior to departure.
Leptospirosis vaccination certificate, at least 21 days prior to departure
Animal must be healthy and free from any sign of infectious or contagious disease
Animal had been resident in Canada not less than 6 months before date of departure
If you have further questions please contact:
Bangkok Airport Customs Office
Tel. (66-2) 535-1269, 535-1153, 535-1680, 535-6463
Department of Livestock Development, Bangkok
Tel. (66-2) 251-5136, 252-6944
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ENTRY OF ANIMALS TO THAILAND
http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/bangkok/customs-en.asp#Animalentryth
Canadians wishing to bring pets to Thailand must obtain a health
certificate issued by Canadian government. Canadians should go to
counter 7 or 8 at Bangkok International Airport's arrival lounge upon
their arrival and are required to pay a small fee.
If pets arrive separately by cargo, the application should be
submitted to the pet control office at the airport 15 days prior to
arrival. Once entry of the animal is approved, Canadians are to
contact the customs clearance office at the cargo section of the
airport.
Pet Control Office
Bangkok International Airport
Arrival Lounge (Counter 7 & 8)
Tel: 02 535-1210, 02 535-1425
If entry is by sea, an application must be made at the Department of
Livestock Development
(Tel: 02 251-5136, 02 252-6944)
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Hugs for Homeless Animals
http://www.h4ha.org/shelters/thailand.html
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Northern Thailand
http://www.thaifocus.com/religion.htm
"The temple is also a sanctuary for stray dogs and cats. They go
there, safe in the knowledge, that they will be fed."
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Three Nights in Thailand
http://www.links.net/vita/trip/asia/thai/200202/
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http://members.macconnect.com/users/e/evanse/Travels/Thailand.html
"I ended up sitting under an umbrella on Karon Beach, trying to stay
dry and writing postcards. It was a lonely sight. I was soon joined by
a stray dog who cleverly took shelter under me and my umbrella. He was
kind of mangy looking, but we got along all right and the company
didn?t hurt."
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Contact information:
The Royal Thai Consulate General has offices in many states.
The Royal Thai Consulate General District New York:
http://www.thai-la.net/newyork.htm
the Royal Thai Consulate General in New York serves the following 10
states (those with red hyperlinks have Honorary Consulates)
1. New York
2. Maine
3. New Hampshire
4. New Jersey
5. Massachusetts
6. Ohio
7. Pennsylvania
8. Rhode Island
9. Vermont
10. Connecticut
Vancouver:
http://www.thaicongenvancouver.org/
Los Angeles, CA
http://www.thai-la.net/consinfo.htm
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Best regards,
tlspiegel |
