Man Walks Dog From Washington to Mexico to Raise Canine Cancer Awareness
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iStock/Thinkstock(LOS ANGELES) — A California man is taking a walk with his dog to a new level in order to raise canine cancer awareness.
Luke Robinson and his dog, Indiana, are taking an 1,800 mile trek down the entire U.S. pacific coast, from northern Washington to the Mexico border. They began their trip on May 10 to bring awareness to canine cancer.
While taking a break Friday in Malibu, Robinson said the two clock 10 to 12 miles each day.
“I think the only thing that bothers him is the sun,” Robinson said. “We didn’t have that in central and northern California, but now the further south that we’re getting the sun get’s a little tiring as the day draws on.”
Robinson, who lost two dogs to cancer, says there are about 6 million cases of canine cancer each year.
But he says the long hike is worth the effort.
“Come out and walk with us for a mile, walk with us for a day,” he said. “Find out what we’re all about.”
They are expected to reach their goal on December 14 in San Ysidro.
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