Seek ideas from other postmasters. When attending various management meetings, seminars, training sessions, or conventions, take time to discuss dog bite prevention and other safety programs with your peers. Many postmasters have come up with some innovative ideas and developed excellent dog bite awareness campaigns.
Visit area schools to discuss dog bite prevention with students. Many local animal control officials and veterinarians will participate, particularly if they can stage a pet licensing and rabies vaccination effort at the same time.
Holding a dog bite awareness poster contest for local elementary school students is another way to involve the schools. Arrange to display the entries at the Post Office for a day and invite parents and the media. Give a short talk or provide handout information on dog bite awareness.
Locate a local dog obedience club and allow it to stage a one-day free dog training session at your Post Office. (An excellent time is after the Post Office closes on Saturday.) Publicize the event and invite the media. (Note: If employees are involved, be aware of Fair Labor Standards Act requirements.)
