2023 Detroit dog bite incidents drop to 19 from 206 in 2022 due to USPS National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign.

The USPS is addressing dog bite incidents involving mail carriers through its National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign. In 2023, Detroit reported 19 bites, down from 206 in 2022. A color-coded Dog Paw Program, established in 2020, uses orange and yellow stickers to indicate where dogs are present. Mail carriers are trained to defend themselves, while dog owners are advised to keep pets indoors. The campaign also highlights the financial impact of dog bites on owners.

September 14, 2024
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