Her words hung in the air, poignant and powerful, painting a picture of a young girl who had learned to rely on her four-legged protector. Moose, with his unwavering loyalty, had become more than just a service dog — he was a guardian and a beacon of truth in Isla’s world.

Judge Dawson nodded, absorbing the weight of Isla’s testimony. “And does Moose know Mr. Griffin?”

Isla paused, then nodded. “Yes. He remembers.”