The United States Postal Service (USPS) is launching its National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign after dog attacks on postal service workers rose to more than 6,000 cases in 2024. The month-long ...

USPS kicked off its National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign, working to curb rising dog attacks on postal workers and promote responsible pet ownership.

The cliché that dogs and postal workers are sworn enemies has been proven by USPS data showing dog attacks on its employees have reached a seven-year high, with the Midwest leading the way.

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

According to Strategic Communications Specialist for USPS, Susan Wright, over 6,000 employees were attacked by a dog in 2024.

Postal workers delivering awareness amid rising number of dog attacks in New York By Stacey Sager, via Wednesday, June 11, 2025 ...

All dogs — regardless of breed, size or age — have the potential to bite," said Leeann Theriault, USPS employee safety and health awareness manager. Which states had the most dog attacks for ...

Incidents involving dog attacks on Postal Service employees rose to more than 6,000 cases last year. As part of the 2025 USPS National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign, the organization is offering ...

Michigan United States Postal Service (USPS) workers reported 231 dog bite incidents last year, the seventh highest in the country.

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