Why do dogs hate the mailman? We’ve got an idea why. Image: Noelle Otto/Pexels
Why do dogs hate the mailman?
To understand why this idea that dogs dislike the mailman is so widespread, we need to see things from a dog’s point of view. So let’s.
Why do dogs hate the mailman? We’ve got an idea why. Image: Noelle Otto/Pexels
You might wonder why your dog gets so worked up every time there’s a delivery or when the mailman comes around.
It may seem like all dogs have a personal issue with the mail carrier, and any delivered packages come with a side of barking.
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But why do dogs get so upset about the mailman? The truth is, dogs aren’t hating on mail carriers; they’re protecting their family from potential threats.
To understand why this idea that dogs dislike mail carriers is so widespread, we need to see things from a dog’s point of view.
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Where the mailman beef started
When your dog is relaxing at home, they likely feel safe and secure.
They’re surrounded by their family, feeling calm, and confident they can sense anything that might disturb them.
When the mailman arrives in a strange uniform and comes closer to your home, your dog feels the need to protect.
Dogs bark and act tough to scare away what they see as a threat.
The myth that dogs hate mail carriers is because dogs are trying to protect, not because they hate them.
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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence
