You don't renew a visa.

You apply for an extension of stay.

Go to your local immigration office and ask for an updated list of requirements.

@Done ******

you HAVE to be over 50

There's no such thing as a "retirement visa". Assuming you're over 50, I think I'm right in saying that What you need has to be applied for in your home country (or a country where you have official residency). For example NON O or NON OA. Extensions of stay based on retirement can be applied for in-country (stringent requirements must be fulfilled).

A friend of mine gave me the advice - never invest more than you can afford to lose.

Same answer as everyone who asks an unanswerable question ... WE DON'T KNOW.

In udon thani expats group there's just a litter of chihuahua posted!

Sounds like you'll not be able to live in Thailand (at least at the moment)

Too young to retire.

Not enough money to satisfy immigration requirements.

Tourist visa can be eked out for quite a while with border bounces, extensions etc, but they're tightening up on those who try living in the Kingdom under the wrong visa.

As others have said, come for a few months to see how it suits you, then think about options to stay longer.

@Noel **********

@Noel **********

many sellers/breeders are unscrupulous. Rehoming a rescue dog is far kinder and saves them from possible euthanasia.

They are (I believe) bangkok based, but with nationwide outreach. Contact them for the accurate info.