01/05/2026
Aloka, a dog walking 2,300 miles across America alongside Buddhist monks, is spreading peace and compassion in every city he passes through. While the Walk for Peace journey began in Fort Worth, Texas, Aloka's journey began 8,400 miles away in India. He was once a stray wandering the streets when he began following a group of monks on a peace walk.
As the monks continued their 100-day journey across India, Aloka stayed with them and was a guiding light. Today, he continues that same journey, and he's lighting up the faces of children and families all across America. Aloka is about 4 years old and is likely an Indian Pariah dog, according to the monks. Each morning, people along the road see him calmly walking beside them. Sometimes he wears a scarf that reads "Aloka." And other times it says "Walk for Peace."
Aloka receives regular veterinary checkups along the journey to ensure his health and wellbeing. He also rests whenever he needs to. On December 9, 2025, the monks created a page called Aloka the Peace Dog, and it has already grown to over 320,000 followers. Along the way, people show him love with treats and toys. Aloka also has a white patch on his forehead that naturally forms a heart. It feels like his presence was needed to show the true meaning of kindness.
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(Photo: Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center / Walk for Peace)
