Hounded posties

DOGS are territorial by nature, so even the friendliest pup can become protective when a stranger is at their door.

- By Catherine Lamb

That's why hounds pose a threat to postal workers and delivery drivers. In fact, there's an average of 42 attacks a week in the UK, according to Royal Mail statistics.

Here, Chris Maxted, director of Dog-G8 shares practical tips to keep posties safe...