Delivery rider injures Chihuahua after dog’s barking annoys him
A delivery rider in Thailand allegedly attacked a Chihuahua after being frustrated by its constant barking.
On Monday (20 Jan), the ‘Watchdog Thailand Foundation’ Facebook page shared a shocking seven-second video of the abuse.
The clip shows the rider stomping on the dog’s head before getting off his motorcycle and slamming it to the ground.
Source: Watchdog Thailand Foundation – WDT on Facebook
“An employee from a well-known delivery company went to deliver goods and got annoyed by a little Chihuahua named Samlee (name transliterated from Thai),” the post explained.
“Chihuahuas are notorious for being loud but harmless — they can’t really bite anyone.”
In another clip, the dog is seen suffering a seizure on the ground, prompting the owner to rush it to the vet for treatment.
Netizens condemn rider for animal cruelty
Netizens expressed outrage over the delivery rider’s actions, demanding strict consequences for his cruelty.
One Facebook user called for severe penalties, stating the man should lose his job and be barred from working in any service industry.
Translation: The company must take responsibility as well. The offender must face criminal charges, be dismissed from his job, and blacklisted in his employment record to prevent him from applying for any future service-related positions. Punish him severely to teach him a lesson.
Source: Watchdog Thailand Foundation – WDT on Facebook
Another netizen criticised the rider for his cruelty in injuring the small dog, questioning if he would dare to do the same to a larger canine.
Translation: Would he do the same if it were a pit bull? The Chihuahua is so small — how could he be so cruel?
Source: Watchdog Thailand Foundation – WDT on Facebook
However, some blamed the dog’s owner for not intervening quickly enough to prevent the attack.
Translation: The owner is too slow. I feel bad for the dog.
Source: Watchdog Thailand Foundation – WDT on Facebook
Chihuahua recovers but develops fear of people
The foundation provided an update on Tuesday (21 Jan), stating that while the Chihuahua has physically recovered, it remains traumatised and scared of people.
Source: Watchdog Thailand Foundation – WDT on Facebook
Previously, the Chihuahua would bark incessantly when it saw unfamiliar faces, but now, when it sees someone new, it trembles and doesn’t dare to make a sound.
“It will take time for her to recover, especially for such a tiny dog. As long as she’s safe, that’s what matters,” the post stated.
Following the incident, the owner filed a police report, and authorities are now searching for the rider to bring him to justice.
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Featured image adapted from Watchdog Thailand Foundation – WDT on Facebook.
