If a letter carrier “feels a house or neighborhood is unsafe,” the U.S. Postal Service can stop delivering the mail.

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

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

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

Over 300 dog attacks involving postal workers took place in the Empire State in 2024, USPS data shows, putting New York in the top five state for these types of incidents.

Over 300 dog attacks involving postal workers took place in the Empire State in 2024, USPS data shows, putting New York in the top five states for these types of incidents.