Harden, a dog whose story has touched the hearts of many, spent a significant part of his life in a local shelter under harrowing conditions.

His journey highlights the plight of countless animals in shelters, where neglect and poor care often prevail, leaving them languishing in unclean and cramped enclosures.

For much of his time in the shelter, Harden was a timid, frightened soul. He often cowered in a corner, having suffered bites from other dogs and sustaining a spine injury that rendered him unable to walk.