USPS Reports 5,200 Dog Attacks, Warns Pet Owners Of Mail Suspensions
The U.S. Postal Service reported more than 5,200 dog attacks on mail carriers nationwide in the past year and warned that unsafe dog conditions can trigger temporary mail suspensions on Friday, June 5, 2026.[1]
USPS tied the figures to its June Dog Bite Awareness campaign and urged pet owners to secure animals or risk carriers being forced to leave deliveries for pickup at post offices.[1] Los Angeles recorded the highest city total with 70 attacks last year, followed by Dallas (50), Denver (45), Houston (44) and Chicago (43).[1]
USPS said the tally covers attacks over the last year and framed the campaign as a safety push to protect carriers and keep deliveries moving.[1] The agency warned that when dogs present an immediate danger, supervisors may temporarily suspend home delivery, requiring customers to pick up mail at a local post office until conditions improve.[1]
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- USPS reported more than 5,200 dog attacks on mail carriers nationwide in the last year.
- On Friday, June 5, 2026, USPS tied the figures to its June Dog Bite Awareness campaign and issued safety guidance to pet owners.
- USPS warned that unsafe dog conditions can lead to temporary suspension of home delivery, requiring pickup at post offices.
- Los Angeles recorded 70 attacks on carriers last year, the highest city total, followed by Dallas (50), Denver (45), Houston (44) and Chicago (43).
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