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Locals were sure to take care of a neighborhood stray by bringing him blankets and stuffed animals during a cold night in Thailand thanks to La Niña.

ByNicole BonaccorsoJanuary 18, 2025

Dog Gets Cozy During Cold Spell In Thailand

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One stray dog in Thailand experienced a cozier night than usual thanks to two locals.

The convenience store workers just couldn’t leave the dog alone on the chilly stoop during a cold spell in Nakhon Ratchasima on Jan. 13. They brought a blanket and some teddy bears to help keep the dog cozy and warm.

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The pup, named Moo Dang, was orphaned after his owner died and is cared for by people in the neighborhood.

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Video footage shows the storekeepers tucking the pooch in for the night as the animal dozed off near the shop entrance.

The area saw a low of 55 degrees that day, nearly 10 degrees cooler than average lows for January in the region.

Thailand entered La Niña last month, according to NOAA, which brought cool weather to the country, and the temperatures are forecast to continue through mid-February, VietnamPlus reported.