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Hattie

Surrendered by a family whose owner had passed, Hattie felt abandoned after living a comfortable life with her person.

Their journey

It was love at first sight.

PALS Foster Family, Carroll County

What made the difference

Older dogs are consistently overlooked in shelters. Foster families and consistent interaction let their personalities re-emerge.

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