USPS Raises Rates for Domestic Doggy Mail

USPS Raises Rates for Domestic Doggy Mail

The Unites States Postal Service has announced a rate hike for domestic dog mailing services.  The new rate for shipping a 15 lbs. dog will be $11.25 or approximately 25 domestic stamps.  Anything over that weight will charged at $0.90/lbs.  The new rates will go into effect May 1.

“In order to raise the necessary funds to keep the USPS operating in FY2012, the price increase for domestic doggy mail is necessary,” said a press release issued from the office of Postmaster General, Patrick Donahoe.  Donahoe’s office declined to comment for this report.

Via Nikie Reyes.