Legal Measures in the Determination of Liabilities of Pet Owners

Abstract

This research article aims (1) to study the legal problems and conditions in determining the liability of pet owners in Thai possession (2) to study and compare the liability laws of pet owners in Thai possession and foreign countries (3) for the draft of the liability of pet owners in Thai possession and (4) to assess the draft of the liability of pet owners in Thai possession. The researchers used the qualitative research methodology by using 3 methods of data collection, namely documentary research, in-depth interviews with 38 key informants. The technique of focus group discussion was conducted with 12 subjects. Data were analyzed using content analysis and comparative analysis.

The results of the research revealed that the liability of those who possess pets in Thailand has not yet defined the definition of “pet” and clearly categorized the types of pets. Including the liability of the owner or possessor according to the type of pet causing the damage. In the case of a pet causing a nuisance or the owner letting the pet become an ownerless animal, there are lighter penalties compared to other countries.Therefore, it must be required to register pets, issue central laws for the locality to be able to implement, clearly define the authority and duties of officials and local government organizations, as well as the introduction of additional administrative measures.