When John Sotomayer goes on his daily mail delivery route, he has to stay aware of his surroundings at all times. One wrong ...

Mail carriers are required to carry dog repellant spray and to report any dogs incidents or close calls to their supervisor.

Now, USPS is promoting its “Secure your dog, Keep deliveries on Track” dog bite awareness campaign to ensure the safety of its employees. “Sometimes we are out here a little later than normal.

Which is to say that I feel the pain of U.S. Postal Service workers who must face off with ferocious Fidos on their daily ...

Here’s how dog owners can help. Installing a retractable front door safety gate is a simple yet highly effective way to protect both delivery workers and your dog. About a third of all dog attacks on ...

Dog attacks have resulted in more than 2,700 days of absence in 2024/25, with one postal worker missing 108 days of work.

All dogs, regardless of breed, size or age, have the potential to bite,” said Leeann Theriault, USPS employee safety and health awareness manager, in the release.

Here are some simple tips to prevent dog bite injuries year-round: ...

Recent data from the postal service has revealed that dog attacks on postal workers have risen by 2% in the past year, with 2 ...

Over 6,000 dog attacks on USPS mail carriers occurred in 2024, a rise from the previous year. California led the nation in dog bite incidents with 701, while Florida ranked eighth with 210.