
Package delivery trucks are a frequent sight for most of us. Usually we see the driver park their big truck, drop off the package, and be on their way just as quickly as they came. In short, it is all about efficiency and quickness.
But every once in a while, we hear of a story where this impersonal daily interaction becomes a little more engaging thanks to a few rare employees who take the time to be more human than delivery robots.
In Athens, Louisiana, Staci Speer Burns has three dogs that she loves dearly. On most days, Staci finds her dogs waiting for the UPS truck with equal anticipation as her own.
Daniel Kidd, who drives that UPS truck has a lot to do with it!
While we are all familiar with the funny and fretful stories of the mailman and his (un)likability with pet dogs, for Staci and her three furry friends, the experience is quite different when Daniel comes down the street in the brown UPS truck.
Apparently, Daniel has a very affectionate and friendly relationship with the three pups, and on this particular day, Staci decided to take a video which she posted on her Facebook page. Along with the video, Staci said:
“When you have the best UPS man on the planet…”
Well, seeing just how playful and sweet Daniel is with the dogs, the video went viral as friends and strangers shared it over and over again. By now, the video has been viewed over a million times. Actually, it is more like 1.4 million times.
Staci later told Buzzfeed that she originally recorded this video, with Daniel is sitting on the driveway trying to take a selfie with the dogs as they jump around him, to simply share it with her husband and let him know just how “spoilt” their three dogs Reba, Buster, and Jade are.
Little did she know that others too would be so smitten with it! Apparently, Daniel has many dog friends in the neighborhood and he is always making sure to take the time to say hello to them!
Without further ado, here is the viral video of Daniel and the pups!
And apparently, it is proving good for business as well, as Daniel claimed that these pets aren't as friendly when other delivery companies pull up their trucks – and the pet owners seem to recognize that!
It is always a heartwarming experience to see ordinary interactions that go unnoticed on most days become a source of pleasure for pets and people alike. Staci's dogs are truly very lucky to have a friend in Daniel, and for Daniel, what a wonderful way to add a little bit of happiness to a rather monotonous job!
Krystal Lynn
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Dallas
Tracy Heinze
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Haha. The Doberman is shy if he camera. Just like my girl!!
Timothy Johnson
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Rich Whittenburg
Richard Greene
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That was me when I was with the usps
Brittany Senecal
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That Doberman was extremely uncomfortable with that whole scenario and gets out of dodge as fast as possible. That driver has no idea how to read canine body language and put himself and the dog in a bad position.
Amy Anderson
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As cute as this is be careful what you post as it could be against policy at certain companies
Mable Joyce
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LOVE MY DACHSUNDS
Eric Sikes
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Good driver! I doubt he throws packages around causing damage to the contents like some of them do!
Peach Gazda
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My cocker waited for the former UPS driver, too. And like this guy, he also gave him much love. But he also told me drivers are timed on their routes and get in trouble when they spend too much time. But our driver was so senior he didn’t care!
Julie Murchie
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And mine!
Ellie Roo
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Yes I saw the same thing
Rebecca Robinson
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Honestly, my Doberman shys away from any cell phone or camera. It could of just been that. Not saying that the body language says the dog is comfortable, but it doesn’t seem aggressive.
Rebecca Robinson
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Mine too! Lol
Lakshminarayanan Krishnan
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Ok, that is seriously adorable and very heart warming.
Jody Gestes
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Linda Steffey
Kathy Villone
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Nice guy
Brittany Senecal
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I never said aggressive. But forcing a dog to stay in an uncomfortable position for too long is extremely unsafe. If they continue to feel trapped for too long, they will try harder and harder to leave. Not allowing a dog to leave a situation they don’t like can, and frequently does, lead to bites.
Floyd Lile
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A hero
Robert Pountney
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He loved them.
Nancy Amichetti
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Sweet
Luciana Tomas
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My dog hate the lady from ups,omg
Amy Taylor
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I’ll say this. The dob wasn’t comfy lol
Megan Jones
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Ella Fawcett
FruityRudy Jenkins
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What can brown do for u
Lisa Pantaleone
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My UPS guy always delivers dog biscuits with his packages…my dogs love him!
Rebecca Rabalais
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Really great
Doug Williams
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if his boss sees this, he might be in trouble, they expect them fellows to hustle big time
Katie Teceno
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Len Teceno is this why Lenny doesnt drive package?
William Lyman
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My lab hates ups drivers no idea why he comes unglued
Linda Snell
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I hope his employer sees this as good PR…
Howard Russell
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This poor UPS driver needs a raise so he can afford his own four legged babies. I love it, what a terrific driver.
Lynn Heene
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Our UPS driver Shane always plays with my mini schnauzer when he delivers packages, if no package he honks as he goes by, she loves him and his big brown truck!
Shari Albright
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I think its great, he is on the same route every day day in and day out! The animals know him and love him. Such a sweet picture!
James Simon
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Our UPS man brings treats for my pups each time he delivers.
Dena Kirby
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This could be innocent photos but could also be a way to keep track of how many and what type of dogs live at each address. Perfect info for a thief!
Tami Harris
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Wow, he really loves dogs!!
Thomas Choc
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So awesome
Elizabeth A. Hutchinson
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Our labs love our UPS guy.
Heidi Haslam
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yes so beautiful
Pawz Awalkin
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just please let them be in a secured yard!!