Delivering Smiles - A UPS Driver's Heartwarming Encounters With Dogs On His Route

This UPS driver's job perks include adorable photoshoots with the furry residents along his route!

Davy

• Published in Animal Stories
• May 6, 2024

In the vibrant streets of New Orleans, Jason Hardesty, a UPS driver by day, has seamlessly woven his passion for dogs into his daily routine. Every furry encounter along his delivery route becomes an opportunity for a photo op, immortalized on his Instagram account under the hashtag #pupsofjay (jhardesty).

What began as a simple gesture of canine camaraderie has blossomed into a viral sensation, garnering Jason over 55,000 devoted followers eager to catch a glimpse of his heartwarming interactions with man's best friends.

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In 2017, Jason's journey took a new turn when he was assigned a fresh delivery route. Reflecting on his experience, Jason candidly admits that the dogs on his previous route were notably unfriendly and occasionally aggressive.

However, upon embarking on his new route, he discovered a stark contrast; the canine residents were notably less aggressive and even displayed moments of sweetness. This shift in dynamic paved the way for Jason to forge heartwarming connections with the furry companions along his daily delivery path.

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Nearly every dog along Jason's route has become familiar with his friendly presence. Fortunately, their owners welcome the interaction between Jason and their beloved pets, fostering a sense of community and warmth along his delivery path.

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Hardesty aims to maintain a balance on his account, ensuring he doesn't inundate his followers with an excess of dog photos. Instead, he opts to share approximately one photo per week. Setting a consistent schedule, he posts at 6 PM every Friday evening, providing people with an extra reason to smile as they wind down their work week.

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As an example, he recently delighted his followers with an adorable post featuring his two beloved pups, joyfully announcing, "Two of my favorite furry friends are embarking on a journey out west."

His newfound passion exemplifies what it means to be completely fulfilled in both your career and life.

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Jason has also been showcased on the UPS Dogs Instagram page (jhardesty) , where the selfies of their employees are celebrated. Here are a selection of them:

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