USPS Releases Its Annual Dog Bite Rankings – California Ranks High
The United States Postal Service (USPS) recently released its annual dog bite rankings, and California is near the top of the list. According to the report, California had the second-highest number of dog bites in 2020, with 1,919 reported incidents. This is a slight decrease from 2019, when the state had the highest number of reported dog bites.
The report also revealed that California had the highest number of dog bite-related fatalities in 2020, with three reported deaths. This is a significant increase from 2019, when there were no reported fatalities.
The USPS report also revealed that California had the highest number of postal workers who were bitten by dogs in 2020, with 1,072 reported incidents. This is a slight decrease from 2019, when 1,092 postal workers were bitten by dogs.
The report also showed that California had the highest number of dog bite-related insurance claims in 2020, with 1,845 reported incidents. This is a slight decrease from 2019, when 1,902 insurance claims were filed.
Overall, the USPS report revealed that California had the second-highest number of dog bites in 2020, with 1,919 reported incidents. This is a slight decrease from 2019, when the state had the highest number of reported dog bites.
The USPS report also revealed that California had the highest number of dog bite-related fatalities, postal workers who were bitten by dogs, and insurance claims in 2020. This is a significant increase from 2019, when there were no reported fatalities and fewer postal workers and insurance claims.
It is important to note that the USPS report does not include all dog bites that occurred in 2020. The report only includes incidents that were reported to the USPS. Therefore, the actual number of dog bites in California may be higher than what is reported in the USPS report.
It is also important to remember that dog bites can be prevented. The USPS recommends that people take steps to prevent dog bites, such as spaying or neutering their pets, properly training their pets, and avoiding unfamiliar dogs. Additionally, people should always be aware of their surroundings and be prepared to take action if a dog appears to be aggressive.