USPS Reports Over 6,000 Dog Bite Attacks on Postal Workers Nationwide

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is launching its 2025 National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign to address the over 6,000 dog bite attacks on mail carriers reported last year nationwide, with Texas and New York ranking particularly high among states with incidents. The campaign, themed "Secure Your Dog, Keep Deliveries on Track," emphasizes the importance of securing dogs before mail delivery and advises against accepting mail in front of pets or allowing children to take mail directly from carriers to prevent dogs from perceiving them as threats. USPS highlights that all dogs, regardless of breed or size, have the potential to bite, and encourages dog owners to practice responsible pet ownership by training and controlling their dogs. The campaign recommends using services like USPS Informed Delivery to anticipate mail arrival and reduce risky encounters. USPS warns that repeated threats by dogs may lead to suspension of mail delivery to a residence, potentially causing inconvenience and additional costs for the homeowner. Overall, USPS stresses that dog bite attacks on postal workers are preventable with proper precautions from dog owners.