Officials abseiled to rescue a Rottweiler dog that fell into an abandoned well over 3 meters deep in the Ban Mae Hia Nai community, Chiang Mai province. The dog was believed to have been without food for more than three days and initially showed slight weakness.
On 2 Sep 2026 GMT+7, reporters learned that officials rushed to assist a Rottweiler dog that had fallen into an abandoned well within the Ban Mae Hia Nai community, Mae Hia subdistrict, Mueang Chiang Mai district, Chiang Mai province. The dog was trapped at the bottom of the well, more than 3 meters deep, unable to climb out by itself. It was confirmed the dog had an owner and had not eaten for over three days.
The incident was reported by locals who saw a black dog fall into the abandoned well in the Ban Mae Hia Nai community. Rescue teams were dispatched to inspect the site and found the Rottweiler at the bottom of the well.
Later, the owner arrived to confirm the dog was theirs and joined the rescue efforts. The team contacted the High-Altitude Rescue Club of Thailand to carry out the operation, as the well's depth and risks required skilled personnel trained in abseiling and rope systems.
Officials set up a rope system at the well's edge and abseiled down, accompanied by the dog's owner, who was familiar to the dog and able to approach and safely carry the animal back up.
After the rescue, officials successfully lifted the dog from the well. An initial check found the dog generally in good condition without serious injuries but slightly weak due to not eating for over three days.
The mission ended with relief as the owner reunited with their dog amid the rescuers' joy at safely retrieving the dog from the abandoned well. The incident serves as a reminder for the community to increase caution around abandoned wells or hazardous areas, especially those without covers or barriers, to prevent accidents involving people or animals.
