A homeless man living at the Tha Phae Gate plaza in Chiang Mai’s Mueang district is looking for homes for a litter of puppies he says he helped bring into the world himself. He shares the spot with the mother, a Thai breed dog, and her pups, all under a month old.
He told reporters the mother gave birth on October 15, 2026, and that he assisted with the delivery. He has looked after her and the litter ever since, despite having no home of his own.
Passers-by have pitched in. Someone left a rattan basket for the family to sleep in, along with a blanket, and others have been dropping off wet food and kibble.
The setting is the worry. Tha Phae Gate is a busy public space beside a major road, which is no place for puppies who are about to start wandering. At a few weeks old they are also fragile, and need clean surroundings, proper feeding, vaccinations and a vet check, none of which are easy to arrange on a pavement.
The man says anyone who is ready to adopt can come to the plaza and ask. He asks that adopters be prepared to care for a dog long term, and that puppies not be taken from their mother too early. Animal welfare groups may also be able to help.
Location: Tha Phae Gate plaza, Mueang district, Chiang Mai
Adopting: Visit the plaza and ask. Check the setup and the puppies’ condition before taking one home.
