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Pandemic equals more deliveries equals more dog bites on delivery personnel
Inspired by Buddy, Dan's service dog
This is a global issue
Dog bite incidents involving postal workers have been reported in several countries, including:
- United States – Over 5,800 attacks on postal workers annually, with major incidents in cities like Los Angeles, Houston, and Chicago.
- United Kingdom – Over 2,200 attacks recorded in the past year, with postal workers frequently targeted by dogs.
- Australia – Postal services have implemented dog safety programs due to frequent attacks.
- Canada – Reports of dog bites on postal workers have led to public safety campaigns.
- Germany – Dog attacks on postal workers are reported, with safety measures in place to reduce risks.
- France – Similar issues are reported, particularly in urban areas where dogs roam free.
- New Zealand – Dog bite incidents affecting postal workers have led to preventive steps.
- Ireland – Dog bites are a concern, with preventive programs initiated for postal workers.
- Norway – Occasional dog bite reports have prompted safety awareness campaigns.
- Sweden – Dog bites on postal workers are less frequent but still a noted concern in certain areas.
- Spain – In some regions, postal workers have been affected by aggressive dog behavior.
- Italy – Safety measures and awareness campaigns are in place due to similar incidents.
Many other countries may have experienced isolated incidents, especially in areas with higher rates of dog ownership and urbanization. Programs like the USPS’s "Paws" initiative or other similar programs are growing globally in response to these incidents.
Governments cannot solve the problem
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Research out of Canada
Click to read moreA new University of Guelph study reveals that dog bites are nearly twice as common in urban areas compared to rural settings, with most incidents involving unleashed and sometimes unvaccinated dogs. These findings could shape public health policies—but what’s really driving the urban bite surge?
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US Postal Service has no luck
Click to read moreTo reduce dog-related incidents, USPS has launched the Dog Paw Program in the Twin Cities, using color-coded stickers on mailboxes to alert carriers of nearby dogs. With over 4,200 dog attacks on postal workers nationwide this year alone, will this initiative be enough to keep them safe?
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Postal Service implements dog bite prevention program
Click to read moreTo protect mail carriers from dog bites, the USPS introduced the Paws program, placing color-coded stickers on mailboxes in several states to signal the presence of dogs. With thousands of postal workers attacked each year, will these measures be enough to turn the tide on dog-related incidents?
The man behind the mission. Daniel Mota is a disabled combat veteran after 10 years of service.
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Asking AI if Pavlov will work
Yes, a dog treat dispenser triggered by the mailman opening the mailbox could potentially create a positive association between the dog and the mailman from the dog's point of view. Here's how:
- Positive Reinforcement: Every time the mailman arrives and opens the mailbox, the dog gets a treat. The dog will likely start to associate the mailman's presence with something enjoyable (the treat), turning the mailman into a "good guy" in the dog's eyes.
- Consistency: Dogs thrive on routine and predictability. If this happens consistently, the dog may even start to look forward to the mailman's visits, reducing anxiety or aggression that might have previously been associated with the mail carrier.
- Reducing Negative Behaviors: If the dog previously had a negative reaction to the mailman (like barking or charging the door), the reward system could replace those behaviors with more calm or friendly interactions as the dog starts to anticipate the treat rather than seeing the mailman as an intruder.
