The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has placed paw print stickers on mailboxes in Ohio as part of its PAWS Program to prevent dog attacks on mail carriers. Consequently, these stickers alert carriers to the presence of dogs, reducing the risk of bites, which affected over 5,800 postal workers nationwide in 2023.
Understanding the PAWS Program
The program uses color-coded stickers: orange indicates a dog lives at the address, while yellow warns of a dog nearby. For instance, the program has expanded significantly in Cleveland, which ranked fourth nationally with 43 dog bites in 2022. Additionally, residents receive postcards explaining the initiative, ensuring awareness.
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