National Dog Bite Prevention Week

Shown at the left is a "wanted poster" at the La Canada-Flintridge, Calif., post office as part of the promotion for National Dog Bite Prevention Week (May 21 - 28).

It says "IS THIS YOUR DOG? Even the sweetest dogs can pose a threat if their owners don't take the proper precautions. Help stop dog bites by being a responsible owner. Protect your community by protecting your dog."

The Hopkinton Crier of Framingham, Mass. quotes Hopkinton Postmaster Frank J. Viscardi, Jr. as saying, "The Postal Service is not anti-dog, but pro-responsibility."

"You can help protect your letter carrier, meter reader or newspaper delivery person by making sure your pet is properly restrained or confined," he said.

"Don't think a fence is the only answer, especially if a letter carrier or delivery person has to enter your yard. Please make sure your pet is properly restrained so we can safely deliver your mail."

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