Born: 1980 Sex: Female
Mae Dok Mai (แม่่ ดอกี ไม่้ )
Mae Dok Mai was born in Surin in 1980. She was rescued from a trekking camp in Kanchanaburi, where her days were long and exhausting. Earlier in her life, Mae Dok Mai had two daughters who were taken away from her. Her former work providing rides eventually took a toll on her health and she became very thin. The sight of her emaciated body prompted the fast arrangement for her rescue from this life of hardship.
Following her arrival, she gained weight and her health and spirits were lifted by being able to live a more natural, dignified life. She is easily spooked by loud sounds, and if startled, will make a dash for it. Mae Dok Mai is fortunate to now be enjoying a peaceful life at Walking with Elephants with her best friend, Mae Suparb, with whom she has a deep bond. 38
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