Neither Rain Nor Sleet Can Stop These Doggos From Going Pawstal on the Mailman

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Sarah Brown • Writer and Editor
Oct 28, 2026 10:45 AM EDT

Every dog has an enemy, and for some reason, it's usually the mailman. This poor person is just trying to do their job, but apparently, walking up to someone's front door with a handful of envelopes is enough to make them the most wanted criminal in the neighborhood.

The feud between dogs and mail carriers has been going on for generations, and neither side seems particularly interested in calling a truce. The mailman shows up, the dog loses their mind, and the whole neighborhood gets to hear about it. You'd think after seeing the same person deliver mail hundreds of times, a dog might eventually recognize them. Apparently not.

These pups take their security responsibilities very seriously. They could be passed out on the couch, completely oblivious to everything happening around them, but the second that mail truck pulls up, they're suddenly wide awake. There's barking, frantic running between windows, and sometimes a dramatic attempt to squeeze through the blinds. All because someone had the audacity to deliver the electric bill.

The real kicker is that the mailman always leaves. From the dog's perspective, this must be incredibly satisfying. They bark, the stranger retreats, and once again, they've successfully protected their family from a dangerous envelope delivery. No need to thank them, although a treat for their bravery would certainly be appreciated.

It's not like the mailman has ever actually done anything to deserve this treatment. They haven't stolen the dog's toys, eaten their dinner, or taken their favorite spot on the couch. Their only crime is showing up at roughly the same time every day and putting a few pieces of paper through the door. Yet somehow, this is enough to inspire a lifelong grudge.

We do wonder what dogs think is actually happening when someone delivers the mail. Do they believe the mailman is trying to break in? Are they offended that a stranger keeps approaching their territory? Or do they just enjoy having a perfectly good excuse to bark at someone? Whatever the reason, they're certainly committed to the bit.

The poor mail carrier has to deal with this nonsense at practically every house on the street. Imagine trying to finish your route while being personally insulted by a dozen different Chihuahuas.

We're pretty sure the mailman could show up with a lifetime supply of dog treats, and at least one pup would still have something to say about it.

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  • 01

    One and the same

    Corporate needs you to find the differences between this picture and this picture. Imgflip.com They're the same picture.
    via Glupygolub
  • 02

    Leave the bills

    Mailman: Here's your mail. Dad: Thanks, you keep the bills. Mailman:
    via WowHelloHi
  • 03

    Personally offended

    Mailman: *exists* My dog: ...and I took that personally
    via FidgetSpinnetMan

  • The mailman can't just deliver the mail and go about their day. Not when this dog is on duty! Apparently, chasing away the person bringing the bills is a very important household responsibility, and this pup has appointed themselves head of security. Never mind that nobody actually asked them to do it. As far as they're concerned, they're protecting the family, and a little barking is simply part of the job!

  • 04

    Barking time

    Someone: knocks My dog: 4 Bravo six going bark made with mematic
    via DogeBread8
  • 05

    Don't mind the bone

    THE MAILMAN? HAVEN'T SEEN HIM IN A FEW DAYS
    via @JustJeff
  • 06

    Just maybe

    I MIGHT HAVE VE BITTEN THE MAILMAN
    via @HealerCookie
  • 07

    Bodyguard

    SO YOU WANT ME TO STOP BARKING WHOS GONNA PROTECT YOU WHEN THE MAILMAN COMES? imgflip.com
    via @mscandy
  • 08

    Today's the day

    COME ON!!!! WE GONNA CATCH THE MAILMAN TODAY!!! imgflip.com
    via @JakeTheKokiri
  • 09

    Ready to run

    THIS DOG IS LIMBERING UP IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ARRIVAL OF THE POSTMAN!
    via @SardineYoghurt
  • 10

    Lesson learned

    I sure taught that mailman not to turn his back on ME imgflip.com
    via @Wizeasser
  • 11

    Chicken legs

    I LOVE THE MAILMAN HIS ANKLES TASTE LIKE CHICKEN WINGS imgflip.com
    via @Wizeasser
  • 12

    Us vs. them

    ALL DOGS ARE EQUAL WHEN THE MAILMAN'S COMING mgflip.com
    via @Raydog
  • 13

    Doggo is ready

    I WARNED THE POSTMAN A DOZEN TIMES TODAY'S THE DAY HE'S GOING DOWN!
    via @SardineYoghurt
  • 14

    Cold can't stop him

    When it's cold outside but you still need to bark at the mailman.
    via @imROYAL

  • Rain or snow, the mailman always shows up to deliver the mail. And rain or snow, you can bet this dog will be waiting for them! It doesn't matter how miserable the weather gets or how comfortable the couch looks. This pup has a job to do, and they're not about to let a little bad weather stop them from barking at their sworn enemy!

  • 15

    Mission accomplished

    imgflip.com imgflip.com Every single day We save the world from the big bad postman
    via @JokerMonkey
  • 16

    BFFs

    NOW YOU BE NICE. THE MAILMAN IS A FRIEND HEY THANKS FOR BRINGING THE MAIL! imgflip.com
    via @Damon_Knife
  • 17

    Mail received

    WHAT... I BROUGHT YOU THE MAIL WELL... MOST OF IT! imgflip.com
    via @SardineYoghurt
  • 18

    Still a stranger

    the mailman has been coming here for six years @paswshology
    via @paswshology
  • 19

    Reverse psychology

    I REALLY DON'T THINK THE MAILMAN'S COMING TODAY. CAN WE JUST GO BACK TO BED? NO WAY! THAT'S EXACTLY WHAT HE WANTS US TO THINK!
    via @Angie Pack- Crum
  • 20

    So scary

    barked at mailman he said "how cute"
    via @Gustavo Dalmasso
  • 21

    Let's reschedule

    Tell the mail man I'm sick.
    via Pinterest
  • 22

    Won't be back

    THINK THE MAILMAN WILL BE BACK AGAIN? NO, I THINK WE SHOWED HIM HE'S NOT WELCOME HERE.
    via Pinterest
  • 23

    Can't stop me

    EVEN THOUGH I'M IN THIS PRAM, WE STILL CHASE THE POSTIE ! AND I CAN BARK TO MAKE HIM RUN!
    via @SardineYoghurt
  • 24

    Packaged received

    Amazon's proof of delivery photo 10/10
    via @sandy worley

  • Delivery proof photos are supposed to show that your package made it safely to your doorstep, but sometimes they capture a little more than that! Imagine checking your delivery notification only to find your dog in the background, absolutely furious that someone dared approach the house. The poor delivery driver just wanted a quick picture, but now they've got photographic evidence of their biggest critic!

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    Barking up the wrong tree

    MY DOG WHEN THE MAILMAN COMES V. AN INTRUDER BREAKS IN I HAVE TRACKED DOWN WHERE HE AND HIS FAMILY LIVE. SAY THE WORD AND I WILL ELIMINATE THEM. SOUND OF SILENCE BY SIMON AND GARFUNKEL imgflip.com
    via imgflip

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