October 19, 2025
Marathon Runner Bit by Dog at Mile 21 Speaks Out
Man Addresses Viral Video of Dog Biting Him During Marathon, Calling It an “Awkward, Perfect Storm” After Painful Race Turned Unforgettable For most marathon runners, the toughest part of a race comes when the body starts to give up — exhaustion sets in, muscles cramp, and every mile feels longer than the last. But for Chris Herbs, a dedicated runner from Maine, his race took an unexpected and unforgettable turn. Around mile 21 of the Maine Coast Marathon, just as he was trying to push through nausea and blisters, a dog ran toward him and bit him mid-stride — a












