All articles tagged with #responsible pet ownership
Pet waste can spread diseases such as hookworms, roundworms, coccidia, and whipworms, posing a risk to both humans and animals. Proper disposal of pet waste, regular parasite prevention for pets, and maintaining good hygiene practices can help minimize the spread of these diseases and protect public health.
Harold Phillips, 35, died after being attacked by three pit bull mix dogs while walking from a bus stop on Detroit’s west side. Certified Dog Trainer Ash Rose advises staying calm and using non-threatening body language if facing a dog attack, and suggests carrying a pet corrector and a bite stick for protection. The three dogs involved in the attack have been euthanized, and their owners received citations. Rose emphasizes the importance of responsible pet ownership to prevent such incidents.
The Wake County Animal Center in North Carolina will resume pet adoptions on Monday after an eight-week closure due to a dog-flu outbreak. Adoptions will be by appointment only, with cats available for adoption starting Monday and dogs available starting Wednesday. The center had been closed to contain the virus and prevent further illness or deaths. Owner surrenders will remain suspended for now, and the center urges responsible pet ownership and proper vaccinations to prioritize pet safety.
Over 5,300 postal workers in the US were attacked by dogs in 2022, with California topping the list of states with the most dog bites. The USPS is advising dog owners to keep their pets indoors, behind a fence, or on a leash when letter carriers arrive at their homes. Many of these attacks came from dogs whose owners had regularly stated, “my dog won’t bite.” The USPS is urging responsible pet ownership to help reduce the number of dog attacks on postal workers.
More than 5,300 postal workers were attacked by dogs while delivering mail in 2022, with California topping the list of states with the most dog bites. The USPS is advising dog owners to keep their pets indoors, behind a fence, or on a leash when letter carriers arrive at their homes. The service is also urging responsible pet ownership to reduce the number of aggressive dogs that impact the lives of employees while delivering mail.
The USPS is launching its Paw Program, which uses color-coded stickers to inform mail carriers of homes with dogs. Yellow means a dog lives nearby, while orange means a dog lives at that home. The program is being rolled out across the greater Cleveland area after 43 employees were bitten in 2022. The USPS is releasing these statistics as part of its National Dog Bite Awareness Week, with the theme for 2023 being "Even good dogs have bad days." The USPS urges residents to help keep both the carrier and the dog safe by securing their dogs and reminding children not to take mail directly from a letter carrier.
The USPS is launching its Paw Program, which uses color-coded stickers to inform mail carriers of homes with dogs. Yellow means a dog lives nearby, while orange means a dog lives at that home. The program is being rolled out across the greater Cleveland area after 43 employees were bitten in 2022. The USPS is releasing these statistics as part of its National Dog Bite Awareness Week, which starts on Sunday. The theme for 2023 is “Even good dogs have bad days.” The USPS urges residents to help keep both the carrier and the dog safe by planning for their arrival and reminding children not to take mail directly from a letter carrier.
The USPS is launching its Paw Program, which uses color-coded stickers to inform mail carriers of homes with dogs, in an effort to reduce the number of dog bites. In 2022, over 5,300 mail carriers were bitten by dogs, with Cleveland ranking fourth in the country with 43 bites. The USPS is urging responsible pet ownership and reminding residents to secure their dogs during mail delivery. Mail carriers are trained to protect themselves with objects and repellent if necessary. The theme for National Dog Bite Awareness Week 2023 is "Even good dogs have bad days."
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is running a public service campaign to promote National Dog Bite Awareness Week, reminding residents to keep their dogs leashed or safely locked inside when the postman comes knocking. In 2022, 5,300 USPS employees were attacked by dogs while making their rounds. Houston, Texas topped the list for mail carriers bitten by dogs in 2022, followed by Los Angeles. California topped the statewide list of most dog bites on mail carriers for the second straight year. USPS urges pet owners to take necessary precautions to reduce the chance of their pets biting mail carriers, as dog bites are entirely preventable.
Dayton, Ohio ranks 18th on the list of cities with the most dog attacks on postal workers, with 18 reported incidents. The USPS reports that many attacks come from dogs whose owners claim they won't bite. Ohio ranks fifth in the list of states with the most dog attacks on mail carriers, with 311 reported incidents. The USPS urges responsible pet ownership to reduce the number of attacks.